ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND NUTRITION

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With over 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.

About the role

This leadership position assists the successful operation of Food & Nutrition Services in an Acute Care Hospital. The Associate Director of Food and Nutritional Services will assist in the responsibility for all foodservice-related activities, including patient care, non-patient care (retail, cafeteria, catering, etc.), quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and all hospital-related activities. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial manager who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring client and customer satisfaction and efficient, cost-effective management.
• Direct and conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
• Maintain excellent relationships with patients, the client, and other hospital departments.
• Promote the professional growth and development of the team.
• Foster strong inter-departmental relations and integrate the food-service department with the facility plan of operations.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus three (3) years of directly related experience.
• Certified Dietary Manager certificate or Registered Dietitian.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of hospital or adult home/care experience, depending on formal degree or training.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control.
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, management, and coaching skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• ServSafe® Certified.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance / AD&D
• 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.