Associate Director

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Associate Director

General Information

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Work Location: West Hills, CA, USA

Onsite or Remote

Fully On-Site

Work Schedule

M-F 8:00am to 4:00pm

Posted Date

03/31/2026

Salary Range: $105700 - 234500 Annually

Employment Type

2 - Staff: Career

Duration

indefinite

Job #

29687

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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The Associate Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all aspects of the hospital's food and nutrition services. This role ensures the consistent delivery of high-quality, patient-centered meals that align with clinical objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational excellence. Operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, the director leads a multidisciplinary team within a process-driven framework focused on continuous quality improvement, sustainability, and innovation. Duties include oversight of patient meal services, retail food outlets, catering operations, and clinical nutrition coordination and/or partnerships. Ability to extend competencies across one or more sites within the system standardizing processes, programs, and operational policies. This role is instrumental in aligning food and nutrition services with hospital-wide goals, enhancing patient satisfaction, and maintaining full compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and local health regulations. Recognized for strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and the ability to exceed performance targets, the Foodservice Director drives forward a culture of excellence, accountability, and service innovation.

Salary Range: $105,700-234,500/year

Job Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree or equal relevant experience
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or Registered Dietitian (RD) required
• ServSafe certification required
• 5-10 years of relevant food service, healthcare, or related experience
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present to leadership, influence stakeholders, and negotiate with vendors
• Proficiency in foodservice management systems, including inventory and ordering platforms
• In-depth knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation practices, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to analyze operational data, identify issues, and implement effective solutions
• Experience establishing and evaluating performance metrics
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service excellence and continuous improvement
• Ability to incorporate diverse cultural and dietary needs into service delivery
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to perform effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain performance in high-pressure environments
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and resolve conflicts
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and improve processes, systems, and service delivery
• Experience supporting or leading change management initiatives and driving adoption

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As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

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