SR. DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND NUTRITION

About the role

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. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, leveraging 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 employs more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves over 600M meals annually. This position is based in Canton, GA and requires relocation to the area. Morrison Healthcare is looking for a strong foodservice leader to oversee dining operations in Canton, GA. This is a hands‑on leadership role with responsibility for the team, the client relationship, food quality, and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day foodservice operations and develop a strong team.
• Build trusted relationships with the client and other departments.
• Deliver high-quality food and service while managing the budget.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory, safety, sanitation, and maintenance.
• Spot opportunities to improve the dining experience and strengthen operations.

Requirements

• At least five years of proven leadership experience and two to four years managing foodservice operations.
• Strong knowledge of food quality, production, purchasing, inventory, and cost controls.
• Ability to lead people, manage client expectations, and take ownership of results.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent additional experience.
• Experience with P&L accountability and contract foodservice is preferred.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state