Program Manager-Cincinnati OH
Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison's hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafés feature socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences. The company's comprehensive Mindful Choices® wellness and sustainability platform includes the latest in healthful eating and an understanding of behavioral change in food consumption. Morrison's alignment with Partnership for a Healthier America's (PHA) Hospital Healthy Food Initiative positively impacts up to 41 million patients and 500 million hospital meals annually. Morrison has been named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for the past five years, and Training Magazine's Top 125 organizations for the past six consecutive years. The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members.
Job Summary
Program Manager – Food & Nutrition Services
Location: Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS)
Employer: Morrison Healthcare
Reports to: Julie Marsh
Pay Grade: 12
We are seeking a dynamic and organized Program Manager to support our partnership with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS). This role is ideal for someone with a passion for operational excellence in healthcare foodservice and a commitment to supporting mental health and addiction recovery through high-quality nutrition services.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee and support foodservice operations across OhioMHAS facilities in collaboration with Morrison Healthcare leadership.
• Systematize and manage the use of MealTracker, the department’s diet and menu database system, ensuring accuracy and standardization across all sites.
• Collaborate with field teams to maintain consistency and compliance in dietary operations.
• Assist with recruitment efforts, onboarding, and training of foodservice personnel across facilities as needed.
• Support operational needs including process improvements, staff coordination, inventory oversight, and regulatory compliance.
• Act as a liaison between Morrison Healthcare and OhioMHAS leadership to ensure service alignment and client satisfaction.
• Track, report, and communicate progress on initiatives and performance metrics.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition, Hospitality Management, Business, or related field; RD/RDN or CDM preferred but not required.
• 3–5 years of experience in foodservice management, healthcare operations, or program coordination.
• Experience with MealTracker or similar diet/menu management software strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, travel between facilities as needed, and adapt to a dynamic healthcare environment.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional service with a focus on patient and client satisfaction.
Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!
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Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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 for paid time off benefits information.
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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1448703
Morrison Healthcare
WENDY GRAY PALMER
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Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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