Food Service Director - Hospital

Thomas Cuisine • Monroe, WA

4d • $115,000 - $117,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a passionate, hands-on leader to oversee culinary operations at
EvergreenHealth in Monroe, WA. As Food Service Director, you’ll bring proven
leadership expertise and scratch kitchen experience to deliver high-quality,
nourishing meals that support patient care, staff, and visitors. You’ll lead and
develop a dedicated team while overseeing sanitation, catering, inventory, and
cost control—elevating the dining experience in a hospital setting through
consistency, compassion, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• B.S. or A.A. degree in Food Services Technology/Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts; or four (4) years of Culinary and Operations related experience, required
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of direct food service operations management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge
• Exceptional leadership skills with a knack for driving operational excellence
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Skilled in change management and process improvement
• Strong ability to uphold compliance and culinary standards
• Proficient computer skills including various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, and the internet
• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handler Card, required
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check (State and Federal) and a drug screen
• Ability to provide documents for work authorization

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional client and customer satisfaction through efficient, cost-effective food service management
• Oversee all food service operations, including sanitation, quality improvement, infection control, and catered events
• Lead and develop staff through effective training, coaching, and supervisory support
• Apply deep knowledge of food and catering trends, emphasizing quality, production, presentation, and cost control
• Communicate effectively across all levels—management, clients, customers, and team members
• Bring strong Director experience, with a background in scratch cooking in fine dining or country club settings
• Optimize inventory levels, reduce waste, and manage turnover to support budget and operational goals
• Other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Life/Work Integration
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Baby Bonding Leave
• Paid Elder Care Leave
• Paid Time Off (Accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• Health & Wellness
• 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)
• Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost)
• Voluntary HSA with Company Match
• Voluntary FSA
• Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support)
• Access to Wellness Initiatives (Fitness Memberships, etc.)
• Financial Wellness
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and/or child(ren) Life Insurance, with AD&D
• Plus
• A supportive, collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees