Job Description
REGISTERED DIETITIAN REQUIRED for this Food Service Director role.
The Food Service Director- REGISTERED DIETITIAN REQUIRED (RDN) is a key leadership role responsible for the strategic, operational, and clinical management of food and nutrition services at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital. This position ensures the delivery of high - quality, safe and nutritious, and visually appealing food that supports patient healing, staff satisfaction and financial performance.
Job Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute food and nutrition service strategy aligned with UChicago Medicine and Aramark Healthcare+ goals.
- Patient Nutrition & Experience: Ensure high-quality, therapeutic and retail dining programs that meet patient, visitor, and staff needs.
- Team Management: Lead, develop, and engage culinary, nutrition, and support teams to create a high-performing, patient-centered culture.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations, labor productivity, inventory, budgeting, and financial performance.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, FDA, and Aramark food safety and nutrition standards.
- Menu Development: Collaborate with clinical teams to develop nutritious, appealing menus that meet therapeutic diet requirements and cultural preferences.
- Performance Improvement: Use data, patient feedback, and quality metrics to drive continuous improvement in food quality, service, and patient satisfaction.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with hospital leadership, clinical teams, and Aramark to support system-wide initiatives and a high reliability culture.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Registered Dietitian (RDN) required (current licensure in Illinois or eligibility).
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare food and nutrition services.
- Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, menu planning, patient satisfaction, regulatory standards, and financial management.
- ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain.
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams, build relationships, and drive continuous improvement.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $66,000.00 to $119,350.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.