Director, Nutrition & Food Services
UPMC•Somerset, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
In this leadership role, you’ll plan, direct, and coordinate all activities of the Food Service Department in alignment with UPMC Somerset’s mission and vision. You’ll ensure high-quality nutrition and food services for patients, visitors, and staff—while guiding operations, building strong teams, and driving excellence across clinical nutrition and food service programs.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree required AND 5 years relevant food/nutrition experience required OR 4 years relevant leadership experience required
- HS Diploma/GED Required AND 7 relevant food/nutrition experience required OR 6 years relevant leadership experience required
- Servsafe Certified required within 6 months of hire
- Act 34
Nice To Haves
- American dietetic association registration or eligibility and or dietary managers certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership for food services, clinical nutrition, and departmental operations, ensuring safe, high-quality service delivery
- Establish policies and procedures to guide menu development, food preparation, service, budgeting, purchasing, sanitation, safety, and staffing
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, performance management, and staff development—coaching your team and fostering a collaborative, positive culture
- Build strong partnerships with medical, nursing, and hospital departments to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
- Oversee menu planning (including therapeutic diets), monitor food quality and quantity, and manage costs while maintaining inspection readiness
- Lead department scheduling, budgeting, and operational tracking, including labor, supplies, and inventory management
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and emergency preparedness standards
- Drive continuous improvement—reviewing workflows, enhancing processes, and supporting evidence-based practices to improve outcomes and efficiency
- Maintain accurate food and nutrition systems and conduct regular inspections of work, storage, and service areas
- Represent the department at meetings and professional events, staying current on industry trends and leading system initiatives as needed
- Promote team engagement by recognizing success, providing ongoing education, and supporting professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
