SR DIRECTOR OF FOOD & NUTRITION SERVICES

Compass Group•New York, NY

10d•$100,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Director of Food & Nutrition Services provides overall leadership for a 212-bed acute care hospital in Midwood, Brooklyn, overseeing a fully Kosher foodservice operation with approximately $5 million in annual managed volume. This role is responsible for operational excellence, financial performance, regulatory compliance, patient satisfaction, and team development. The Sr. Director leads a team of 37 union employees, 3 managers, and 2 Mashgichim, ensuring high-quality food service, adherence to Kosher standards, and strong collaboration with hospital leadership.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare or foodservice operations.
Experience managing budgets, inventory, purchasing, and food cost controls.
Experience managing unionized teams and working effectively within a labor relations environment.
Proven ability to lead large teams and drive continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of acute care hospital foodservice and Kosher operations preferred.
Strong financial, operational, and client relationship management skills.
ServSafe® certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily Food & Nutrition Services operations and budget performance.
Ensure high-quality patient, retail, and catering food services.
Manage labor, purchasing, inventory, and food cost controls.
Maintain compliance with healthcare, food safety, sanitation, and Kosher requirements.
Build strong relationships with hospital leadership, patients, and clinical teams.
Develop and mentor managers and frontline staff.
Foster a positive union workforce environment and support operational excellence.