Executive Chef II | Lead High-Volume Healthcare Dining

Compass Group USA; Topeka (KS); 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

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare in the Orlando area seeks a hands-on Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, develop a strong team, and deliver meals that support patient and guest dining in a healthcare setting. You will bring culinary creativity and leadership to a high-volume operation.

This role welcomes kitchen leaders from restaurant, hotel, resort, or catering backgrounds; healthcare experience is not required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.
• Strong hands-on cooking and team leadership skills.
• Experience in high-volume foodservice; catering experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of production planning, food cost controls, and sanitation.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and email.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations with a focus on flavor, quality, and presentation.
• Plan and execute menus, including modified diets, following established guidelines.
• Coach and train your team in cooking techniques, food safety, and service standards.
• Manage ordering, inventory, food costs, portions, and waste.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized kitchen and ensure audit readiness.

Skills

Hands-on cooking

Team leadership

High-volume service

Catering experience

Production planning & cost

Sanitation knowledge

MS Office / email

ServSafe certification

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Morrison Healthcare in the Orlando area seeks a hands-on Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, develop a strong team, and deliver meals that support patient and guest dining in a healthcare setting. You will bring culinary creativity and leadership to a high-volume operation.

This role welcomes kitchen leaders from restaurant, hotel, resort, or catering backgrounds; healthcare experience is not required.