Food Services Director - Healthcare jobs in Connecticut

SR. DIRECTOR OF FOOD & NUTRITION SERVICES - HARTFORD, CT

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Performance Bonus, Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison's hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafés feature socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences. The company's comprehensive Mindful Choices® wellness and sustainability platform includes the latest in healthful eating and an understanding of behavioral change in food consumption. Morrison's alignment with Partnership for a Healthier America's (PHA) Hospital Healthy Food Initiative positively impacts up to 41 million patients and 500 million hospital meals annually. Morrison has been named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for the past five years, and Training Magazine's Top 125 organizations for the past six consecutive years. The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members.

Positions at this location require proof of COVID-19 vaccination, boosters, and/or regular COVID testing. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this location may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.

Job Summary

Morrison Healthcare is redefining healthcare experiences thru The Power of Food. Boost physical and emotional health for patients, hospital staff, and guests while improving patient satisfaction scores and increasing reimbursements with the nation’s top healthcare foodservice specialists.

Are you a dynamic problem solver, proactive and ready to be the face of Morrison Healthcare?

We have an opening for a Senior Director of Food and Nutrition Services at an 800 bed acute care hospital. This position will be responsible for overseeing the day to day foodservice operations, while leading a team of 200 associates & managers. Key to success is managing client relationships, profitability of the account, and talent development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates the department in accordance with the approved budget, while providing the client with the maximum value for the dollars spent

• Ensures that the food offered to the patient, visitors and staff is of superior quality

• Directs and conducts safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs

• Maintains excellent relationships with clients as well as other departments within the community

• Promotes the professional growth of the entire team

• Champions strong inter-departmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred or Associates plus years of additional experience

• Minimum of five years of Proven Leadership expertise

• Two to four years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control

• Solid understanding of food trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

• Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA

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.

Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.