EXECUTIVE CHEF

Compass Healthcare; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare in the United States is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations in a healthcare food service setting, ensuring safety, sanitation and compliance. You will lead culinary production, maintain high food quality, support therapeutic nutrition needs, and guide the team to deliver exceptional patient, staff, and guest dining experiences.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong culinary credentials, a track record of managing high-volume operations, and a

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience.
• Strong hands-on culinary experience; institutional or batch-cooking experience preferred.
• High-volume and complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable; catering experience a plus.
• Comprehensive knowledge of culinary and catering trends, production methods, sanitation requirements, food cost control, and presentation standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and general computer applications.
• ServSafe certification highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute regular and modified menus in accordance with nutritional guidelines, physician orders, and facility standards.
• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation expectations; complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste logs; and taste all meals to ensure quality.
• Train culinary staff on food preparation, safe food handling, equipment operation, and sanitation practices in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain cleaning schedules and preventive maintenance routines for equipment, storage areas, and workspaces; ensure team compliance.
• Manage food and supply inventories within established guidelines, ensuring necessary products are available while maintaining cost controls.
• Make decisions regarding the proper utilization of leftover food products in alignment with company standards to minimize waste.
• Maintain full compliance with all federal, state, and local health regulations, as evidenced by successful health department and third-party audits.
• Adhere to all facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures, including incident reporting.
• Participate in departmental meetings, staff development initiatives, and professional development programs as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Quality-focused

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

Salary: 80,000 - 90,000 / year based on experience

Other Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training

Pay Grade: 13

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, 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. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Job Summary

As the Executive Chef in a healthcare food service environment, you will oversee all kitchen operations while ensuring a safe, sanitary, and compliant work environment. In this role, you will lead culinary production, maintain high standards of food quality, support therapeutic nutrition needs, and guide your team in delivering exceptional patient, staff, and guest dining experiences. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for healthcare dining.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute regular and modified menus in accordance with nutritional guidelines, physician orders, and facility standards.
• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation expectations; complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste logs; and taste all meals to ensure quality.
• Train culinary staff on food preparation, safe food handling, equipment operation, and sanitation practices in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain cleaning schedules and preventive maintenance routines for equipment, storage areas, and workspaces; ensure team compliance.
• Manage food and supply inventories within established guidelines, ensuring necessary products are available while maintaining cost controls.
• Make decisions regarding the proper utilization of leftover food products in alignment with company standards to minimize waste.
• Maintain full compliance with all federal, state, and local health regulations, as evidenced by successful health department and third-party audits.
• Adhere to all facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures, including incident reporting.
• Participate in departmental meetings, staff development initiatives, and professional development programs as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience, depending on education and training.
• Strong hands-on culinary experience; institutional or batch-cooking experience preferred.
• High-volume and complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable; catering experience a plus.
• Comprehensive knowledge of culinary and catering trends, production methods, sanitation requirements, food cost control, and presentation standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and general computer applications.
• ServSafe certification highly desirable.

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, copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1557695

Morrison Healthcare

AMY S MILLER