EXECUTIVE CHEF, HOSPITAL/ HEALTHCARE

Compass Group USA; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

TouchPoint, a Compass Group USA division, seeks an Executive Chef to lead hospital kitchen operations in central Indiana. You will ensure food safety, menu execution, and staff leadership across high-volume dining environments.

You will drive quality, cost controls, and compliance while mentoring culinary teams and advancing client satisfaction. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership and event support.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary leadership or kitchen management experience.
• Hands-on chef experience in high-volume foodservice environments.
• Experience with catering and special event execution preferred.
• Background in institutional, healthcare, corporate dining, or batch cooking operations strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of culinary trends, food production, sanitation practices, food cost management, and presentation standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet-based applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• ServSafe Certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and service
• Plan and execute regular and specialty menus in accordance with established guidelines and client expectations
• Follow and enforce standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards. Complete and utilize production records, inventory documentation, and waste tracking tools
• Taste and evaluate finished products to ensure consistency, quality, and guest satisfaction
• Train, coach, and develop culinary team members on food preparation, equipment operation, food safety, sanitation, and company standards
• Establish and maintain cleaning and preventive maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workspaces
• Manage food and supply inventories to maintain proper stock levels while controlling costs
• Oversee the appropriate use of leftover products in accordance with company guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all health regulations and company sanitation standards
• Maintain accurate records and complete required incident and safety reporting
• Collaborate with leadership teams and participate in departmental meetings, training, and professional development initiatives
• Support catering operations and special events as needed

Skills

Chef leadership

Staff development

Food safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

ServSafe Certification

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

TouchPoint, Support Services,provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, and food service. TouchPoint is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients.

Job Summary

As the Executive Chef, you will support culinary and kitchen operations within central Indiana hospital accounts while ensuring a safe, sanitary, and efficient work environment. This role is responsible for menu execution, food quality, staff leadership, inventory management, and compliance with all food safety standards. We are seeking an energetic, hands-on culinary leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional food and service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and service
• Plan and execute regular and specialty menus in accordance with established guidelines and client expectations
• Follow and enforce standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.Complete and utilize production records, inventory documentation, and waste tracking tools
• Taste and evaluate finished products to ensure consistency, quality, and guest satisfaction
• Train, coach, and develop culinary team members on food preparation, equipment operation, food safety, sanitation, and company standards
• Establish and maintain cleaning and preventive maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workspaces
• Manage food and supply inventories to maintain proper stock levels while controlling costs
• Oversee the appropriate use of leftover products in accordance with company guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local health regulations, as well as company sanitation and safety standards
• Maintain accurate records and complete required incident and safety reporting
• Collaborate with leadership teams and participate in departmental meetings, training, and professional development initiatives
• Support catering operations and special events as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership or kitchen management experience
• Hands-on chef experience in high-volume foodservice environments
• Experience with catering and special event execution preferred
• Background in institutional, healthcare, corporate dining, or batch cooking operations strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of current culinary trends, food production, sanitation practices, food cost management, and presentation standards
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate culinary teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet-based applications
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• ServSafe Certification

TouchPoint is a member of Compass Group USA

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.

Associates at Touchpoint are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 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, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Touchpoint maintains a drugfree workplace.

TouchPoint

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