Director of Dietary/Food Services - Full-time

UHS•Franklin, TN

34d

About The Position

At Rolling Hills, our mission is to offer compassionate, safe, effective behavioral healthcare treatment. We use solution-focused strategies and diligently strive for a safe and positive environment for patients, families, and employees. We never forget that we provide care and comfort to people in need. Rolling Hills Hospital (uhsinc.com) The Dietary Director/Manager oversees all dietary department operations to ensure nutritious, high‑quality food is provided to patients, guests, and employees in a sanitary, safe, and customer‑focused environment. This role supervises dietary staff, manages food production and inventory, supports compliance with dietary regulations, and ensures service excellence at all times.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge of kitchen equipment and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Strong understanding of food safety, equipment temperatures, and sanitation standards
Ability to forecast, order, and manage food inventory
Effective staff scheduling capabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Moderate proficiency using computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong interpersonal skills including professionalism, tact, and diplomacy
Demonstrated customer service skills
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Knowledge and maintenance of departmental policies and procedures

Nice To Haves

Vocational/Technical School Graduate
Associate’s Degree
3–5 years of experience in a dietary or food service leadership role
ServSafe Certification
Registered Dietician (State of Tennessee)

Responsibilities

oversees all dietary department operations
ensure nutritious, high‑quality food is provided to patients, guests, and employees in a sanitary, safe, and customer‑focused environment
supervises dietary staff
manages food production and inventory
supports compliance with dietary regulations
ensures service excellence at all times