Associate Director

UCLA Health System

Los Angeles, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$105,700–$234,500 Per Year
SKILLS
Catering Services, Change Management, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Communication Skills, Content Management Systems (CMS), Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Dietary Management, Dietetics, Diversity, Exceeded Sales Goal, Food Safety, Food Services, Healthcare, Hospital, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Nutrition, Operational Audit, Operational Strategy, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Retail, Sanitation, ServSafe Certification, Service Delivery, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

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n Work Location: West Hills, CA, USAn

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n Salary Range: $105700 - 234500 Annuallyn

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The Associate Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all aspects of the hospitalxe2x80x99s food and nutrition services. This role ensures the consistent delivery of high-quality, patient-centered meals that align with clinical objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational excellence. Operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, the director leads a multidisciplinary team within a process-driven framework focused on continuous quality improvement, sustainability, and innovation. Duties include oversight of patient meal services, retail food outlets, catering operations, and clinical nutrition coordination and/or partnerships. Ability to extend competencies across one or more sites within the system standardizing processes, programs, and operational policies. This role is instrumental in aligning food and nutrition services with hospital-wide goals, enhancing patient satisfaction, and maintaining full compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and local health regulations. Recognized for strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and the ability to exceed performance targets, the Foodservice Director drives forward a culture of excellence, accountability, and service innovation.

Salary Range: $105,700-234,500/year

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  • Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree or equal relevant experience
  • Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or Registered Dietitian (RD) required
  • ServSafe certification required
  • 5xe2x80x9310 years of relevant food service, healthcare, or related experience
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present to leadership, influence stakeholders, and negotiate with vendors
  • Proficiency in foodservice management systems, including inventory and ordering platforms
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation practices, and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to analyze operational data, identify issues, and implement effective solutions
  • Experience establishing and evaluating performance metrics
  • Demonstrated commitment to customer service excellence and continuous improvement
  • Ability to incorporate diverse cultural and dietary needs into service delivery
  • Self-motivated, dependable, and able to perform effectively with minimal supervision
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain performance in high-pressure environments
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and resolve conflicts
  • High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
  • Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and improve processes, systems, and service delivery
  • Experience supporting or leading change management initiatives and driving adoption

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About the Company

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UCLA Health System