Executive Chef – Charleston Healthcare Kitchen Leader

Compass Group USA; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; 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

Identity Theft Protection

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare in Charleston, SC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, develop the team, and deliver meals that support patients, guests, and hospital staff. This hands-on leadership role requires strong culinary skills, a track record of team development, and a commitment to quality and safety.

The role offers relocation assistance and a salary of $75,000–$90,000, with opportunities to grow within Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Group USA company.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience.
• Solid tenure in previous roles with demonstrated growth in responsibility.
• Hands-on cooking skills and experience leading a culinary team.
• Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations.
• Institutional and batch cooking experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food production, sanitation, presentation and cost controls.
• Catering experience a plus.
• Associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, email and computer-based tools.
• ServSafe certification highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations, keeping food quality, presentation and service consistent.
• Plan regular and modified menus that meet established guidelines and dietary needs.
• Train and coach staff on cooking techniques, food handling, equipment use and sanitation.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, portion sizes and waste to control costs.
• Use production sheets and waste logs to keep the kitchen organized and efficient.
• Maintain cleaning and equipment schedules and ensure readiness for inspections.
• Partner with the foodservice leadership team to improve operations and client satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary management

Team leadership

High-volume operations

Sanitation and food safety

Cost control

Catering experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Morrison Healthcare in Charleston, SC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, develop the team, and deliver meals that support patients, guests, and hospital staff. This hands-on leadership role requires strong culinary skills, a track record of team development, and a commitment to quality and safety.

The role offers relocation assistance and a salary of $75,000–$90,000, with opportunities to grow within Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Group USA company.