Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Culinary Team & Menus

Morrison Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. This hands-on role focuses on developing people, elevating food quality, and delivering memorable dining experiences across healthcare operations.

You will manage daily kitchen operations, menu development, cost controls, sanitation and staff training, while partnering with operational leaders to improve the customer experience and ensure compliance with health standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in progressive culinary or kitchen management.
• Hands-on leadership in high-volume foodservice.
• Experience in training and developing teams.
• Knowledge of sanitation, cost controls, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and develop a strong culinary team.
• Create and execute regular and modified menus.
• Maintain high standards for quality, flavor, and presentation.
• Train kitchen staff on prep, equipment, and safety.
• Manage food costs, inventory, purchasing, and waste.
• Oversee high-volume production and catering.
• Ensure cleaning and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with health and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with leaders to improve customer experience.
• Bring new ideas and culinary trends to the operation.
• Foster a positive kitchen culture focused on teamwork.

Skills

Executive leadership

High-volume kitchen

Menu development

Food cost control

Staff training

Food safety

Inventory management

Scheduling

Catering experience

Kitchen tech

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Morrison Healthcare is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. This hands-on role focuses on developing people, elevating food quality, and delivering memorable dining experiences across healthcare operations.

You will manage daily kitchen operations, menu development, cost controls, sanitation and staff training, while partnering with operational leaders to improve the customer experience and ensure compliance with health standards.