Food and Nutrition Operations Manager (DTR)

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Food & Nutrition Operations Manager to oversee a high-volume meal production and catering operation producing approximately 7,000 meals daily. This role is responsible for ensuring operational excellence, food safety, regulatory compliance, cost control, quality assurance, and exceptional client service. A key focus of this position is providing nutrition leadership within the operation. The ideal candidate will hold a current Registered Dietetic Technician (NDTR) credential and possess a strong understanding of food service operations, nutrition standards, menu compliance, and therapeutic meal programs. This individual will lead food production, catering, purchasing, inventory management, fleet coordination, and team development while ensuring the highest standards of quality and customer

Responsibilities: Oversee daily production of approximately 7,000 meals while ensuring quality, food safety, nutritional compliance, and operational efficiency. Provide nutrition-focused leadership and support menu compliance, special dietary needs, therapeutic meal programs, and regulatory requirements. Plan, coordinate, and execute large-scale catering events from concept through completion. Lead and develop teams including cooks, prep cooks, drivers, and support staff. Manage food production schedules, labor planning, inventory levels, purchasing activities, and cost controls. Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and company policies. Oversee fleet operations, including delivery scheduling, route planning, vehicle utilization, and driver accountability. Maintain accurate records related to production, inventory, food safety, nutrition requirements, and operational reporting. Partner with clients and stakeholders to ensure exceptional service and customer financial performance, manage budgets, and identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, safety, and customer experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Current Registered Dietetic Technician (NDTR) credential strongly preferred. Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, Hospitality, or related field preferred.3+ years of management experience in healthcare dining, senior living, commissary, school nutrition, institutional dining, or large-scale foodservice managing high-volume meal production and catering knowledge of nutrition standards, food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and sanitation requirements. Experience coordinating meal delivery logistics, fleet operations, and transportation schedules. Demonstrated success managing food, labor, and operating budgets. Strong purchasing, inventory management, and vendor relationship experience. ServSafe Manager Certification preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and operational reporting systems. Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA.Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace. Medical DentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability Insurance Retirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/Req ID: 1584339