ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOOD AND NUTRTION

Job Summary

Bring your leadership skills to a high-profile healthcare operation where you can make an immediate impact, develop a talented team, and help shape the future of Food & Nutrition Services. This position is located in Concord, NC. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates living outside the area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help lead daily Food & Nutrition Services operations
• Ensure excellent service and satisfaction for patients, guests, and the hospital client
• Support patient dining, retail, cafeteria, and catering operations
• Manage safety, sanitation, infection-control, and maintenance programs
• Aid with budgets, cost controls, purchasing, and inventory
• Build strong relationships with hospital leadership and other departments
• Coach, develop, and motivate the foodservice team
• Identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and the overall customer experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Foodservice Management or a related field, or an associate degree with three years of directly related experience
• Certified Dietary Manager or Registered Dietitian preferred
• One to three years of hospital, senior-living, or related healthcare experience, depending on education and training
• Three to five years of foodservice operations management experience
• Experience with purchasing, inventory, budgets, and cost controls
• Strong knowledge of food quality, production, sanitation, catering trends, and presentation
• Previous P&L accountability or contract foodservice experience is preferred
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong financial and analytical abilities
• Proficient computer skills
• ServSafe® certification