Senior Executive Chef - Charleston, SC

Compass Healthcare; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare in Charleston, SC is seeking a Senior Executive Chef to lead culinary operations. You will oversee menu development, inventory, purchasing, food cost controls and staff management to deliver high-quality dining experiences across retail, board meals, dining and catering.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on kitchen management and a track record of improving performance. Relocation assistance is available and Medical, Dental, Vision benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred.
• Bachelor's in Food Services Technology/Management or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.
• Experience planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective.
• Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader.
• Knowledge of food and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email and the Internet).
• Ability to communicate at multiple levels including management, department, customer and staff.
• ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop high culinary standards for retail, board meals, dining and catering operations.
• Train, develop and provide inspirational leadership to local culinary team.
• Lead corporate social responsibility, food seasonality, health/wellness and high‑quality culinary arts on campus.
• Analyze ongoing performance and trends in the local operation and devise and lead improvements.
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of daily menu items and be able to explain them to customers accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Culinary operations

Staff training

Education

Culinary degree

Bachelor's in Food Services Technology/Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Job Summary

Senior Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in Charleston, SC at Morrison Healthcare. Responsibilities include menu development, inventory, purchasing, food cost controls and staff management

Salary & Compensation

$90,000 - $95,000. Relocation assistance available

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high culinary standards for retail, board meals, dining and catering operations
• Train, develop and provide inspirational leadership to local culinary team
• Lead corporate social responsibility, food seasonality, health/wellness and high‑quality culinary arts on campus
• Analyze ongoing performance and trends in the local operation and devise and lead improvements
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of daily menu items and be able to explain them to customers accurately

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field preferred
• Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• Experience with planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective
• Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and presentation
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email and the Internet)
• Ability to communicate on various levels including management, departmental, customer and associate
• ServSafe certification

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• 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)

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. 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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace