Executive Chef - Perth Amboy, NJ

Morrison Healthcare; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national food and nutrition services company is seeking an Executive Chef in Perth Amboy, NJ. The role involves overseeing kitchen operations, directing meal preparation, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The ideal candidate will have culinary management experience and knowledge of food trends. Morrison Healthcare offers excellent benefits and is committed to diversity.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of culinary/kitchen management experience.
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans menus based on established guidelines.
• Trains staff in food prep, safety, sanitation, and equipment operation.
• Ensures compliance with health, sanitation, and safety regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of food trends

Sanitation

Cost controls

Presentation

Catering experience

High-volume foodservice operations

Education

A.S. degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

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Position Title: Executive Chef - Perth Amboy, NJ

Pay Grade: 12

Reports To: RDO

Salary: $75,000-$85,000

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company dedicated to serving over 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. We focus on socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences in hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafes. Our wellness platform, Mindful Choices, promotes healthful eating and behavioral change. Morrison is part of the Partnership for a Healthier America's Hospital Healthy Food Initiative, impacting millions of patients and hospital meals annually. Recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" and Training Magazine's Top 125 organizations, Morrison employs over 1,200 dietitians, 300 chefs, and 17,000 food service professionals.

Job Summary: This individual oversees kitchen operations and directs meal preparation according to corporate guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Plans menus based on established guidelines.
2. Trains staff in food prep, safety, sanitation, and equipment operation.
3. Maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and areas.
4. Manages inventory of supplies within guidelines, ensuring availability.
5. Ensures compliance with health, sanitation, and safety regulations.
6. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. A.S. degree or equivalent experience.
2. 3-5 years of culinary/kitchen management experience.
3. Knowledge of food trends, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation.
4. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet use.
5. Catering experience is a plus.
6. Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations is desirable.
7. ServSafe certification is highly desirable.

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today! Morrison is a member of Compass Group USA and offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodations. We consider all applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable laws.