EXECUTIVE CHEF I

About the Role

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience.

We are looking for a hands-on Executive Chef who can lead a team, elevate food quality and bring fresh ideas to a high-volume operation. Healthcare experience is not required. We welcome chefs from hotels, resorts, restaurants, country clubs, universities, corporate dining, catering, convention centers and other high-volume culinary environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial chef who enjoys developing people, creating memorable food experiences and running a safe, efficient kitchen.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily kitchen operations and develop a strong culinary team
• Create and execute regular and modified menus
• Maintain high standards for food quality, flavor, presentation and consistency
• Train and coach kitchen staff on preparation, equipment, food safety and sanitation
• Manage food costs, inventory, purchasing, production and waste
• Oversee high-volume production and catering operations
• Establish cleaning and equipment-maintenance schedules
• Ensure compliance with company, health department and regulatory standards
• Partner with operational leaders to improve the customer experience
• Bring new ideas, culinary trends and creative solutions to the operation
• Build a positive kitchen culture focused on teamwork, accountability and growth

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive culinary or kitchen-management experience
• Hands-on leadership experience in a high-volume foodservice environment
• Experience leading, training and developing culinary teams
• Strong knowledge of food production, presentation, sanitation and cost controls
• Catering, banquet or large-scale production experience is a plus
• Experience with inventory, purchasing, scheduling and labor management
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, email and basic kitchen-management technology
• Culinary degree preferred but not required; equivalent experience will be considered
• ServSafe certification preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD&D
• 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.

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