SOUS CHEF

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems nationwide with over 31,000 associates. This position is based in Tampa, FL and is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus.

About the role

Bring your creativity, leadership, and passion for great food to Morrison Healthcare in Tampa. We’re looking for a hands-on Sous Chef who enjoys leading a team, creating flavorful menus, and delivering meals people look forward to. Experience from restaurant, hotel, resort, catering, or other foodservice settings is welcome. This is an opportunity to bring your culinary skills to healthcare, make a difference through food, and build your career with a national foodservice leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation.
• Help supervise, train, and develop hourly culinary associates.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on menu planning, recipe execution, and new culinary offerings.
• Support purchasing, ordering, inventory, and production planning to control costs and reduce waste.
• Help manage food and labor expenses while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Plan and execute catering and special events with attention to timing, flavor, and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and uphold food safety and sanitation standards.
• Introduce new culinary programs in partnership with company culinary and marketing teams.
• Support client satisfaction initiatives and respond to feedback with practical improvements.

Requirements

• Progressive culinary experience with kitchen leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Strong cooking fundamentals and a commitment to consistent quality.
• Ability to organize production, prioritize tasks, and lead in a busy kitchen.
• Knowledge of food cost controls, inventory, sanitation, and current food and catering trends.
• Clear communication skills and a team-first approach.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office, Outlook, and email.
• Catering and high-volume foodservice experience preferred.
• Institutional or batch cooking experience helpful.
• ServSafe certification highly desirable.

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.