Food Operations Manager

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience.

Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Salary: $50,000

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Food Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our Food & Nutrition Services department in an acute care setting. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless service delivery, regulatory compliance, and staff support across patient meal services, retail operations, and catering. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment, demonstrates strong leadership, and excels in administrative coordination.

• Manage retail cash deposits and invoice submissions
• Coordinate catering logistics and calendar reminders
• Oversee patient and celebration meal entries and billing processes
• Maintain office supply inventory and vendor communications
• Update signage, menus, and internal communication platforms
• Provide coverage across retail, diet office, and patient tray line as needed
• Organize and maintain personnel files, locker assignments, and staff recognition programs
• Track attendance, PTO, and scheduling in Kronos
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, health department, and internal audit standards
• Monitor food safety logs, sanitation records, and training completions
• Compile financial data and support cost control initiatives
• Facilitate staff meetings, onboarding, and performance improvement projects
• Serve as liaison between nursing units, diet office, and food production teams
• Assist in audit preparation, internal communications, and leadership reporting

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, Healthcare Management, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in operations management, preferably in healthcare food services
• Proficiency in Kronos, Catertrax, eFin, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
• Ability to lead teams and foster a collaborative work environment
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and record retention policies

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA.  to Learn More about the Compass Story.

• 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)

Associates may also 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,  or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information:

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Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive…