SR Director of Food & Nutrition

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Job Summary:

The Senior Director of Food & Nutrition Services is responsible for leading the daily operations of healthcare dining and clinical nutrition services. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered meal services while maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and strong client partnerships. The Senior Director oversees team leadership, financial performance, and staff development to support both patient care outcomes and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage all food and nutrition service operations, ensuring alignment with healthcare standards and patient dietary needs
• Operate the department within the approved budget while maximizing value, controlling costs, and maintaining high-quality service delivery
• Ensure all food offerings meet quality, safety, and therapeutic nutrition standards appropriate for patient populations, visitors, and staff
• Lead and enforce food safety, sanitation, infection control, and equipment maintenance programs in compliance with regulatory agencies (e.g., Joint Commission, FDA, state health departments)
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hospital leadership, clinical teams, patients, and guests to enhance overall satisfaction and outcomes
• Collaborate with clinical and operational departments to integrate food and nutrition services into the continuum of patient care
• Develop, mentor, and retain a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and professional growth
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on patient satisfaction, operational efficiency, and innovation in healthcare dining
• Ensure inventory, procurement, and supply chain practices support cost control and uninterrupted service

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Hospitality, Healthcare Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in healthcare or clinical food service settings
• Two to four years of hands-on experience managing food service operations, including budgeting, inventory control, and purchasing
• Strong understanding of clinical nutrition services, therapeutic diets, patient meal delivery systems, and healthcare food service trends
• Demonstrated knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, regulatory compliance, food cost management, and presentation
• Experience with P&L accountability and contract-managed healthcare dining services preferred
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credentials a plus
• ServSafe® certification preferred
• Proven ability to think strategically, act proactively, and serve as a visible leader and ambassador for the organization

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Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits. 

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1539309

Morrison Healthcare 

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