SR. DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND NUTRITION - Canton, GA

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000

Pay Grade: 17 | Reports To: RDO

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus potential and relocation assistance if outside the area

Company: Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems nationwide.

Morrison Healthcare has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, leveraging culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, 1,600 registered dietitians, and 1,200 executive chefs, it serves more than 600 million meals annually. The company was recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in 2012 and has received a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization.

Job Summary

Senior Director of Food and Nutrition – Canton, GA. Lead a high‑performing team that oversees a dynamic healthcare dining operation. The role requires driving financial performance, developing talent, and serving as the face of Morrison Healthcare within the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day foodservice operation with a focus on hospitality, quality, and operational excellence.
• Manage financial performance by operating within budget while maximizing value for the client.
• Recruit, coach, and develop a high‑performing leadership team and frontline associates.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
• Build strong partnerships with hospital leadership and collaborate across departments.
• Drive employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture focused on service excellence, innovation, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent leadership experience.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in foodservice, hospitality, or healthcare.
• Experience managing foodservice operations, including purchasing, inventory, labor, and cost controls.
• Strong knowledge of food quality, production, sanitation, catering, and presentation.
• Experience managing budgets and P&L performance; contract‑managed service experience is a plus.
• ServSafe® Certification preferred.
• A proactive, forward‑thinking leader with outstanding communication and relationship‑building skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Additionally, Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, additional paid time off benefits information can be found at .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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Contact: MICHAEL GREMBA