EXECUTIVE CHEF

Compass Healthcare; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; 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

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare in Orlando is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee all culinary functions for a dining account. You will lead a team of associates, ensure safety and sanitation, and drive cost controls, menu planning, inventory management, and program rollout with marketing and culinary teams.

The role requires strong leadership, experience in high-volume production and catering, and a proven track record of managing costs.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of culinary management experience.
• High-volume production and catering experience essential.
• Previous experience managing cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost controls and expenses for the account.
• Plan and create all menus.
• Purchase and manage inventory.
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with marketing and culinary team.

Skills

Cost controls

High-volume catering

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Morrison Healthcare is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems. With over 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in cafés, advancing the healing and healthful missions of its clients.

Job Summary

As an Executive Chef, you will oversee all culinary functions for a dining account. You will manage and lead a team of associates, ensuring safety and sanitation, and handle cost controls, menu planning, inventory management, and program rollout in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cost controls and expenses for the account
• Plan and create all menus
• Purchase and manage inventory
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with marketing and culinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred
• Three to five years of culinary management experience
• High-volume production and catering experience essential
• Previous experience managing cost controls
• Desire to learn and grow with a top‑notch foodservice company

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 performed remotely, refer to the provided wage transparency link.

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. 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. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, consistent with all applicable laws. Background screening may be required for certain positions (Florida Level 2).

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.