Executive Chef – Lead Healthcare Kitchen (Relocation)

Compass Group USA; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare in Charleston, SC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and develop a high-performing culinary team in a hospital setting. You will oversee food quality, production, purchasing and safety while delivering patient and guest meals to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate has five+ years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience, strong leadership skills, and a track record of managing high-volume operations.

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.
• 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 leadership

Kitchen management

High-volume cooking

Team leadership

Sanitation and safety

Budget & cost control

Microsoft Office familiarity

ServSafe certification

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts

Job description

Morrison Healthcare in Charleston, SC is seeking an Executive Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and develop a high-performing culinary team in a hospital setting. You will oversee food quality, production, purchasing and safety while delivering patient and guest meals to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate has five+ years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience, strong leadership skills, and a track record of managing high-volume operations.