Nutrition Operations Manager: High-Volume Meals

Compass Group USA; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Canteen in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a highly organized and experienced Food & Nutrition Operations Manager (Registered Dietetic Technician) to supervise a high-volume meal production and catering operation. The role focuses on operational excellence, food safety, regulatory compliance, cost control, and exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate will hold an NDTR credential and have strong knowledge of food service operations, nutrition standards, menu compliance, and therapeutic meal

Qualifications

• NDTR credential strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, Hospitality, or related field preferred.

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 satisfaction.
• Monitor 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.

Education

NDTR credential

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, Hospitality, or related field

Job description

Canteen in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a highly organized and experienced Food & Nutrition Operations Manager (Registered Dietetic Technician) to supervise a high-volume meal production and catering operation. The role focuses on operational excellence, food safety, regulatory compliance, cost control, and exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate will hold an NDTR credential and have strong knowledge of food service operations, nutrition standards, menu compliance, and therapeutic meal