SR. DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND NUTRITION

Morrison Healthcare

Position Title: Sr. DFNS

Pay Grade: 16

Reports To: RDO

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus potential

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.

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Job Summary

Senior Director of Food & Nutrition Services

100 + Bed Acute Care Hospital

Near Knoxville, TN

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000

Relocation Required or Must Live Within the Knoxville Area, relocation assistance provided

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Director of Food & Nutrition Services to lead all dining and nutrition operations at a 100-bed acute care hospital just outside Knoxville, TN. This leader will drive operational excellence, financial performance, regulatory compliance, and patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee patient dining, retail, and clinical nutrition services

• Manage budget, cost controls, and financial performance

• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, and food safety standards

• Lead, develop, and hold managers and staff accountable

• Improve patient satisfaction and overall service quality

• Partner with hospital leadership and clinical teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required (Nutrition, Hospitality, Business, or related field)

• 5+ years of healthcare food service leadership experience

• Strong financial and operational management skills

• ServSafe required (or ability to obtain)

• Registered Dietitian preferred

This is an on-site leadership role. Candidates must reside within the Knoxville, TN area or relocate prior to start.

If you are a results-driven healthcare food service leader ready to make an impact, apply today.

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!

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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 ( WageTransparency\ MorrisonHealthcare.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

WageTransparency\ MorrisonHealthcare.pdf

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: 1507902

Morrison Healthcare

MICHAEL GREMBA

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