EXECUTIVE CHEF I

Memphis, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $69,500.00 - $95,700.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid parental leave

holiday time off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a prominent leader in food and nutrition services within the healthcare industry. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, Morrison Healthcare has earned a reputable standing by serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the United States. The company employs over 31,000 dedicated associates nationwide who use the Power of Food to design personalized dining experiences that support the health and healing mission of its clients. Morrison Healthcare's expertise combines culinary skills, nutrition knowledge, and operational excellence to consistently transform the healthcare dining experience for patients and visitors alike. The company...

Job Requirements

Education equivalent to A.S. degree or relevant experience
minimum of 5 years progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
hands-on chef experience required
knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
strong understanding of food cost controls and kitchen operations
ability to train and manage kitchen staff
proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
willingness to engage in client satisfaction activities
ServSafe certification preferred

Job Qualifications

A.S. or equivalent experience
5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
extensive catering experience a plus
high volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable
institutional and batch cooking experiences
hands-on chef experience a must
comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
must be experienced with computers including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
ServSafe certified highly desirable

Job Duties

Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards
completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets
tastes completed meals to ensure quality
trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards
establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within company guidelines
complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
follows facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate