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Compass Group USA lists this ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF FOOD & NUTRITION, HOSPITAL opportunity in murfreesboro, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Reports to: Sr. Director of Food & Nutrition
TouchPoint, Support Services, provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, and food service. TouchPoint is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients.
Job Summary
The Associate Director of Food & Nutrition Services supports the overall operation of foodservice programs within an acute care hospital. This leadership role oversees multiple service areas, including Patient Dining Services, Retail Dining Operations (cafeteria, physician lounges, coffee shop), and Catering Services. The Associate Director partners with department leadership to ensure exceptional patient and customer experiences, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the leadership and daily management of patient dining, retail, and catering operations
Ensure high standards of food quality, service excellence, sanitation, safety, and regulatory compliance
Support financial performance through effective labor, food cost, inventory, and budget management
Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient, guest, and client satisfaction
Develop, coach, and mentor managers and frontline associates
Foster strong relationships with hospital leadership and interdisciplinary teams
Monitor operational and financial metrics to drive continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications:
3 to 5 years of progressive foodservice management experience, including healthcare/hospital operations
Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Hospitality, Nutrition, or a related field
Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN), Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), or related certification preferred
Experience overseeing multiple service lines, including patient services, retail dining, and catering
Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements
Proven leadership, financial management, and team development skills
Experience with budgeting, purchasing, inventory control, and food cost management
Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
ServSafe® certification required or obtainable within established timeframe.
TouchPoint is a member of Compass Group USA
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. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, 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 (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.
Associates at Touchpoint are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Touchpoint maintains a drugfree workplace.
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Worksite address
murfreesboro, TN, 37132, US
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