Executive Chef

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a nationally recognized leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, serving over 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the United States. With a workforce of more than 31,000 associates, Morrison leverages the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences that support the healing and healthful missions of its clients. The company boasts a rich history of over 70 years in the industry, combining culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to deliver consistent, high-quality food services. Morrison Healthcare has been esteemed as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work and is recognized by Training Magazine as a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. The company employs more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs and serves over 600 million meals annually.

The Executive Chef position based in Jackson, MS, offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $85,000 with relocation assistance, providing an excellent opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional. This full-time role primarily entails overseeing kitchen operations in a large 450-bed hospital facility, which includes managing a high-volume retail café. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 6 am to 4:30 pm, with occasional evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts. As Executive Chef, you will supervise approximately 35 kitchen staff members, ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment. You will be responsible for preparing and directing meal preparations adhering to corporate guidelines and nutritional standards. This role requires planning menus, following standardized recipes and presentation standards, monitoring food quality through tasting and inspections, and maintaining detailed production records and waste logs. You will also lead training programs for kitchen staff on food preparation techniques, food safety, sanitation procedures, and equipment operation. The position emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and local health codes and participation in departmental meetings, staff development, and client satisfaction activities. Ideal candidates will have solid culinary or food service management education and significant experience in high-volume kitchen management, preferably within healthcare or related industries. Technological proficiency and ServSafe certification are valued attributes. Morrison Healthcare offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, insurance plans, retirement options, paid time off, wellness programs, and more, fostering a supportive work environment and career growth.