Job Description
Fulltime -Exempt
Benefits: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave, Retirement -403B, hospital matches up to 4%, Employee Pharmacy, Vision Insurance, and Dental Insurance
About the Role
At Bothwell Regional Health Center, we believe that food is medicine—and leadership in nutrition is essential to healing. We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Food and Nutritional Services to lead our integrated foodservice and clinical nutrition operations.
This is a high-impact leadership role that blends strategic oversight with hands-on collaboration across patient care, retail dining, and therapeutic nutrition. If you’re a Registered Dietitian or Clinical Nutrition Manager ready to elevate care through innovation, quality, and compassion—this is your opportunity.
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What You’ll Do
• Lead with Vision: Set the strategic direction for food and nutrition services, aligning with hospital-wide goals for patient satisfaction and wellness.
• Champion Clinical Nutrition: Partner with Clinical Dietitians to ensure evidence-based, therapeutic nutrition care that supports recovery and health outcomes.
• Oversee Operations: Manage all aspects of foodservice—including patient meals, cafeteria, catering, and retail—with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain full adherence to TJC, HIPAA, and infection control standards.
• Manage Budgets: Develop and oversee departmental budgets, purchasing, and payroll.
• Develop Talent: Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing team. Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and growth.
• Drive Quality: Lead performance improvement initiatives and monitor key quality indicators.
• Collaborate Across Departments: Work closely with Nursing, Rehabilitation, and other teams to support holistic patient care.
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What You Bring
• Leadership experience in clinical nutrition or foodservice
• Strong communication and team-building skills
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance
• Budgeting and financial management expertise
• Familiarity with nutrition software and EMR systems
• Passion for patient-centered care and service excellence
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Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or Food Service Administration (Master’s preferred)
• Licensure: Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) with current Missouri licensure
• Experience: 1–3 years in clinical nutrition leadership or foodservice management
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Why Join Bothwell Regional Health Center?
• Be part of a mission-driven team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence
• Lead a department that directly impacts patient healing and satisfaction
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Work in a supportive environment where your leadership is valued
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Ready to Apply?
Submit your application and resume through our Bothwell Regional Health Center Portal.
Join us in nourishing lives—one meal, one patient, one team at a time.
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