Chef Director: Culinary Leadership & Innovation

Morrison Living; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Morrison Living is seeking a Chef Manager/Director in Chandler, AZ to lead training initiatives, oversee food programs, and coordinate special events with account Chefs and team members. This role emphasizes culinary leadership and collaboration across departments.

Key responsibilities include menu development, cost control, and ensuring food safety and quality. A culinary degree and management experience are strongly preferred, with ServSafe certification supporting compliance and excellence.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Culinary degree or equivalent with foodservice management experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains high standards for all Food Programs, workplace safety, and food safety.
• Develops menus, controls costs, purchases, and inventory with local sourcing focus.
• Applies knowledge of catering trends, quality, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Morrison Living is seeking a Chef Manager/Director in Chandler, AZ to lead training initiatives, oversee food programs, and coordinate special events with account Chefs and team members. This role emphasizes culinary leadership and collaboration across departments.

Key responsibilities include menu development, cost control, and ensuring food safety and quality. A culinary degree and management experience are strongly preferred, with ServSafe certification supporting compliance and excellence.