Resident Regional Director - Gainesville, Fl

RESIDENT REGIONAL DIRECTOR - GAINESVILLE, FL

Position:
Resident Regional Director

Company:
Compass One Healthcare (a division of Morrison Healthcare, a leading national food and nutrition services company serving >600 hospitals and healthcare systems).

Pay Grade: 17. Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 plus bonus potential and relocation assistance for those outside a 50‑mile radius.

Reports To:

VPO.

Location:

Gainesville, FL – on‑site, 1,000+ bed healthcare account. No travel required; must reside within a commutable distance to Gainesville.

Lead, develop, and support operational excellence within the large 1,000+ bed healthcare account. Oversee operational strategy, talent development, service delivery, financial performance, and client partnerships. Serve as a senior liaison and brand ambassador.

• Lead, coach, and inspire district‑level leadership and dining services teams to deliver exceptional service and measurable results.
• Build strong and collaborative client relationships at all levels, ensuring alignment with service, safety, satisfaction, and financial goals.
• Serve as a strategic partner on the regional leadership team, sharing best practices, mitigating risks, and supporting a culture of transparency and collaboration.
• Oversee all operational decisions for the Gainesville account and communicate ongoing performance updates with internal and external partners.
• Support the establishment of a positive, safety‑focused, inclusive, and results‑driven culture.
• Act as a senior‑level liaison and brand ambassador, managing escalations and high‑level communication.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, QA, and USDA guidelines, completing required documentation accurately and on time.
• Lead talent development initiatives, including performance evaluations, coaching, succession planning, and skill development.
• Oversee P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the assigned account.
• Monitor market trends, anticipate operational needs, and support strategic planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Health Care related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of multi‑unit food service management experience.
• Experience managing 3 or more food service accounts.
• Proven success managing a team of six (6) or more manager‑level direct reports.
• Experience overseeing multi‑unit food service operations totaling $5 M+ annual managed volume.
• Strong track record of driving customer satisfaction.
• Proven success working in fast‑paced, unstructured, P&L‑driven environments.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and develop leaders and teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email platforms, and internet‑based systems.
• Willingness to participate in patient/resident satisfaction initiatives and programs.

• 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 qualify for paid and/or unpaid time‑off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, 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 employment for all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving 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 (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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Apply to Morrison Healthcare today! For additional information, visit the Compass Group website.