Sr Director Of Food And Nutrition - Charlotte, Nc

SR DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND NUTRITION - CHARLOTTE, NC

Salary: $105K – $120K plus up to $35K bonus potential, relocation assistance.

Morrison Healthcare, a leading national food and nutrition services provider serving over 600 hospitals and healthcare systems, is seeking an experienced Senior Director to oversee day‑to‑day dining services operations. The position is located in Charlotte, NC, and requires the candidate to reside locally.

The Senior Director will manage a team of food service professionals, maintain client relationships, drive profitability, and lead talent development within the dining services department.

• Operate the department within the approved budget while delivering maximum value to clients.
• Ensure the food offered to clients meets superior quality standards.
• Direct and conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
• Maintain excellent relationships with clients and other departments.
• Promote professional growth and development of the entire team.
• Foster strong inter‑departmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility’s plan of operations.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years of proven leadership expertise in food service operations.
• Two to four years of direct food service operational management experience, including inventory and purchasing knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract‑managed service experience is desirable.
• Serv Safe® certification is a plus.
• Forward‑thinking, proactive leadership and strong representation of the company.

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Life insurance / AD
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Flexible time off, paid parental leave, holiday time off
• Employee assistance program, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts
• Health and wellness programs and discounts

Compass Group, the parent company of Morrison Healthcare, is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.