General Manager 6 - Food and Nutrition Services

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.