SR DIRECTOR OF FOOD & NUTRITION SERVICES

Compass Group•Town of Hempstead, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Sr. Director of Food & Nutrition Services, you will oversee the day‑to‑day operations of a healthcare dining account, ensuring best‑in‑class service for patients, staff, and visitors. You will lead and develop a team of associates, manage client relationships, and maintain operational excellence across all areas of Food & Nutrition Services. A strong focus on patient satisfaction, regulatory compliance, food quality, and financial performance is essential in this role.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Nutrition, or a related field required.
3–5 years of leadership experience in healthcare foodservice operations.
Strong background in high‑volume production and catering services.
Proven experience managing budgets, financial targets, and operational metrics.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, build client partnerships, and deliver high‑quality service.
A desire to grow professionally within a leading healthcare foodservice organization.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, patients, guests, and internal departments.
Partner with the Executive Chef and management team to develop menus and deliver high‑quality, nutritious food offerings.
Oversee all financial aspects of the department, including P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Implement and support new culinary programs and system initiatives across patient dining, retail, and catering.
Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulatory standards, safety protocols, and sanitation requirements.
Drive patient satisfaction through continuous quality improvement, service standards, and staff engagement.
Lead, coach, and develop team members to support a positive and efficient work environment.