Healthcare Food Service Director - Cura Hospitality : Job Details

Job Reference Number: 32828 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Healthcare Brand: Cura-Hospitality State: Pennsylvania (US-PA)

The Role at a glance:

Join our dedicated Healthcare team in leading the culinary and dietary services at a large acute care hospital in Monroeville. As the Healthcare Food Service Director, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing patient satisfaction, improving clinical outcomes, and fostering team engagement. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced leader in healthcare foodservice to make a significant impact.

We seek a passionate professional who brings a wealth of experience in acute care environments and a commitment to operational excellence and patient-centered service.

What you'll be doing:

• Oversee daily foodservice operations for patients, staff, visitors, and catering.
• Ensure adherence to healthcare regulations, including Joint Commission, CMS, and health codes.
• Manage departmental budgets and inventory controls to achieve financial targets.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team: supervisors, diet aides, cooks, and clinical nutrition staff.
• Collaborate with clinical dietitians to meet nutritional standards and patient needs.
• Implement strategies to enhance patient satisfaction, meal quality, and employee engagement.
• Lead audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work alongside hospital administration and medical staff to align foodservice goals with broader operational objectives.

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in hospital foodservice, including at least 3 years in acute care settings.
• Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Hospitality, Dietetics, Business, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
• Proven experience in managing large teams effectively.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, optimize productivity, and lead change initiatives.

Nice-to-haves:

• CDM or RD credential.
• ServSafe and/or HACCP certification.

Where you'll be working:

Forbes Hospital

Compensation Range: $80,000 per year

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Cura:

Cura serves hospitals, senior living centers, and other long-term care facilities. We ensure compassionate service and healthy, delicious meals to enhance quality of life.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer, hiring without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities, fostering an environment of growth and skill development for employees.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.