ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR I - Fort Worth, TX

Compass Group•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Associate Director of Food and Nutrition Services assists with the successful operation of food and nutrition services at an acute care hospital. The role assists in overseeing all foodservice-related activities, including patient care, retail and cafeteria services, catering, quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and other hospital-related activities. It is suited to an energetic, entrepreneurial manager who seeks better ways to conduct business. The Associate Director helps ensure client and customer satisfaction and efficient, cost-effective management. The position directs and conducts safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs; maintains strong relationships with patients, the client, and other hospital departments; and promotes the professional growth and development of the team. The role also helps foster interdepartmental relations and integrate the foodservice department with the facility's operational plan.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Food Services Technology, Management, or a related field; or an Associate of Arts degree plus three years of directly related experience.
Certified Dietary Manager certificate or Registered Dietitian credential.
One to three years of hospital or adult home/care experience, depending on formal degree or training.
Three to five years of direct foodservice operational management experience, including 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.
Strong supervisory, leadership, management, and coaching skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills.
Proficient computer skills.
ServSafe® certification.

Nice To Haves

Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist with the successful operation of Food and Nutrition Services in an acute care hospital.
Assist in managing foodservice activities, including patient care, retail, cafeteria services, catering, quality improvement, sanitation, and infection control.
Help ensure client and customer satisfaction and efficient, cost-effective management.
Direct and conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
Maintain relationships with patients, the client, and other hospital departments.
Promote the professional growth and development of the team.
Foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate the foodservice department with the facility plan of operations.