EXECUTIVE CHEF

Compass Healthcare; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Medical benefits

401K plan

Training programs

Job summary

Compass Healthcare is seeking an Executive Chef for its Healthcare Food & Nutrition Services team in Hyannis, Massachusetts. This role involves overseeing culinary operations in a high-volume acute care hospital, ensuring exceptional food quality across patient dining, retail, and catering services.

The successful candidate will manage a unionized culinary team, adhere to strict safety standards, and develop innovative dining experiences tailored to patient needs. Compensation ranges from $85,000 to $100,000 per year based on experience, with additional benefits including flexible paid time off and comprehensive healthcare plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, preferably in high-volume or healthcare environments.
• Expertise in batch cooking and large-scale production.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations within a high-volume acute care hospital.
• Develop and execute patient menus in alignment with clinical standards.
• Manage food and supply inventory within budget.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety knowledge

Batch cooking

Team development

Customer satisfaction

Cost controls

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

Salary: $85,000 - 100,000 / year based on experience

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

Pay Grade: 14

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 for Healthcare Food & Nutrition Services, you will lead all culinary operations within a high-volume acute care hospital. This role oversees a unionized culinary team and is responsible for delivering exceptional food quality across patient dining, retail, and catering services. You will ensure strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards while supporting an innovative room service–style patient dining program.

Account Highlights

• $8.5M managed volume
• 244 average daily patient census
• Room service patient dining model
• 7 union FTE cooks
• $1.2M annual retail café revenue

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute patient menus, including therapeutic diets, in alignment with clinical and nutritional standards
• Ensure consistency and quality through standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation guidelines
• Oversee daily production processes, including worksheets, waste tracking, and meal quality evaluation
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff in culinary techniques, food safety, equipment use, and compliance standards
• Maintain sanitation protocols and preventive maintenance schedules for all kitchen areas and equipment
• Manage food and supply inventory within budget, ensuring appropriate levels for patient, retail, and catering operations
• Make sound decisions regarding food utilization and waste reduction while adhering to company guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements through internal, third-party, and health department audits
• Promote a culture of safety through policy adherence, incident management, and corrective action planning
• Participate in team meetings, staff development, and ongoing professional education
• Drive culinary innovation and support new program initiatives across all service areas

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, preferably in high-volume or healthcare environments
• Expertise in batch cooking, large-scale production, and catering operations
• Proven hands‑on leadership style with strong team development skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, cost controls, and industry trends
• Experience in complex foodservice settings (healthcare experience strongly preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and general computer applications
• Demonstrated commitment to patient and customer satisfaction initiatives
• ServSafe certification preferred (or ability to obtain shortly after hire)

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)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to protected categories. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list, and the company reserves the right to modify the essential functions. All qualified applicants, including those with criminal history or driving records, will be considered, consistent with federal, state, and local laws including various fair chance ordinances. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Req ID: 1541694

Morrison Healthcare

AMY S MILLER