General Manager 6 - Food and Nutrition Services

Job Description

Job Description

General Manager 6 Food and Nutrition Services

Location : Washington, DC

Industry : Hospital & Health Care

Experience Level : Mid-Senior | Minimum 5 Years Required

Education : Bachelors Degree (or equivalent experience)

Relocation Assistance : Yes

Visa Sponsorship : Not Available

Position Overview

A premier opportunity is available for a seasoned food service leader to join a major 900-bed hospital in the heart of Washington, DC. As General Manager 6 Food and Nutrition Services , youll oversee comprehensive food and nutrition operations including patient meal services, retail, doctors lounge, and catering for a flagship health system.

This role demands a results-driven professional with experience in healthcare food services , client relationship management, and a passion for patient-centered care .

Key Responsibilities

Direct daily operations for Food & Nutrition Services across multiple service lines.

Lead high-performing teams to achieve operational, financial, and service excellence .

Oversee compliance with all applicable regulatory and food safety standards .

Manage departmental budgets and align performance with client expectations.

Drive service innovation and enhance the patient and guest experience .

Foster strong nursing and medical team relationships to support quality outcomes.

Mentor and develop managers and frontline staff to ensure team engagement and retention.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum 5 years of progressive management experience in healthcare food service .

Demonstrated ability to lead complex operations, with a focus on retail, catering, and patient dining .

Strong understanding of regulatory compliance (especially DC-specific regulations).

Proven ability to manage multi-million-dollar budgets and deliver against KPIs.

Skilled in team leadership, client engagement, and strategic planning .

Effective communicator and collaborative leader with strong customer service focus.

Preferred Attributes

Background working in large hospitals or multi-site health systems.

Familiarity with Company Standards or similar enterprise food service models.

Experience working in a unionized environment is a plus.

Demonstrated commitment to nursing relationships and improving patient experience scores .

This is a dynamic leadership role for a results-oriented professional ready to lead a flagship food & nutrition program. If you're passionate about patient service, clinical partnerships, and operational excellence, this opportunity is for you.