SOUS CHEF

Compass Healthcare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Culinary Services Department in a hospital or healthcare facility. You will assist in overseeing daily food production and ensure meals meet dietary requirements and safety standards while collaborating with the Executive Chef on menus and dining initiatives.

In this role you will supervise culinary staff, manage inventory and ordering processes, and help deliver high-quality, nourishing patient, resident,

Qualifications

• Experience managing food production in healthcare settings.
• Ability to plan menus meeting therapeutic and nutrition goals.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef in managing food, labor, and supply costs.
• Oversee daily food preparation and ensure quality and portioning.
• Coordinate special events and patient/resident dining offerings.
• Ensure compliance with safety and infection prevention standards.

Skills

Healthcare leadership

Budget management

Supply chain coordination

Team supervision

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

Salary: 60,000 - 79,000 / year based on experience

Other Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training

Pay Grade: 11

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Working as the Sous Chef in a healthcare environment, you will support the successful operation of the Culinary Services Department within a hospital, senior living community, rehabilitation center, or other healthcare facility. In this role, you will assist in overseeing daily food production, ensuring patients, residents, visitors, and staff receive high-quality, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and food safety standards. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop menus, support therapeutic and patient-centered dining initiatives, supervise culinary team members, and help manage inventory and ordering processes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality and nutrition-focused dining experiences in a healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing food, labor, and supply costs while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.
• Support menu planning and recipe development, including patient, resident, and retail dining offerings that align with clinical nutrition and wellness goals.
• Oversee daily food preparation and production, ensuring consistency, proper portioning, presentation, and adherence to therapeutic diet requirements.
• Coordinate and execute special events, physician meetings, employee functions, and other catered healthcare hospitality services.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards, including HACCP guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Train, coach, and supervise culinary associates to ensure exceptional service and operational excellence.
• Partner with culinary leadership and organizational teams to implement new dining programs, patient experience initiatives, and menu enhancements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Progressive culinary and kitchen leadership experience, preferably in healthcare, senior living, hospital, or institutional food service environments.
• Experience supporting patient dining, resident dining, retail food operations, and/or healthcare catering services.
• Strong background in high-volume food production and complex food service operations.
• Experience with institutional, batch, and therapeutic diet food preparation preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, sanitation, quality assurance, nutrition-conscious menu development, food cost controls, and presentation standards.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulatory requirements, including HACCP, Joint Commission standards, and/or CMS guidelines preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and other food service technology systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient, resident, and customer satisfaction initiatives.
• ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety certification strongly preferred.

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA

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)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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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. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Morrison Healthcare

AMY S MILLER