DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND NUTRITION
Compass Healthcare · Savannah, GA · Yesterday
ManagementFull-time
Job Summary
We are seeking a strong, hands-on foodservice leader to oversee dining operations for a 25-bed hospital in Hinesville, GA.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the daily foodservice operation for a 25-bed hospital
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop associates
- Build strong relationships with hospital leaders, patients, guests, and team members
- Partner with the culinary team to create menus and deliver high-quality food
- Oversee budgeting, labor, purchasing, inventory, and account expenses
- Maintain strong standards for food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance
- Support patient dining, retail service, catering, and special events
- Introduce new culinary and service programs
- Identify opportunities to improve service, quality, and efficiency
- Create a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and customer service
Preferred Qualifications
- Three to five years of foodservice leadership or operations management experience
- Experience in restaurants, hotels, catering, military dining, senior living, education, healthcare, or contract foodservice
- Experience managing budgets, labor, purchasing, and inventory
- Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
- Ability to build relationships and work closely with clients
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, culinary arts, business, or a related field preferred