Executive Chef – Healthcare Kitchen Leader & Menu Innovator

Compass Healthcare; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance / AD

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Discount Marketplace

Job summary

Compass Healthcare is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The role encompasses ensuring high-quality meal delivery that meets patient dietary needs while adhering to health and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate degree in Culinary Arts and have 3–5 years of leadership experience, with a strong focus on food safety and quality. Benefits include medical, dental, and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in healthcare or foodservice environments.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to manage food costs and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations ensuring safe and high-quality meal production.
• Develop therapeutic menus in line with clinical guidelines.
• Train culinary team on food safety and preparation techniques.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Meal production

Team development

Catering experience

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Compass Healthcare is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The role encompasses ensuring high-quality meal delivery that meets patient dietary needs while adhering to health and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate degree in Culinary Arts and have 3–5 years of leadership experience, with a strong focus on food safety and quality. Benefits include medical, dental, and flexible time off.