EXECUTIVE CHEF, SR - MISSION HOSPITAL - ASHVILLE, NC

Morrison Healthcare is a leading provider of culinary and healthcare food services, operating as a part of Compass Healthcare. With over 70 years of experience, Morrison Healthcare proudly supports leading health systems across the United States. As a company, it is driven by a culture that values caring for people, fostering belonging, and creating meaningful experiences not only for patients but also for caregivers, communities, and team members. Morrison Healthcare has a sizable workforce of over 31,000 employees, including a highly skilled team of 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs. The company’s mission focuses on nourishing individuals while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and excellence in every meal served. It upholds a commitment to responsibility, teamwork, and realizing the full potential of every employee, encouraging a supportive and empowering work environment.

The Executive Chef role at Morrison Healthcare offers an exciting and impactful opportunity. This position is responsible for leading the culinary operations within healthcare environments, focusing on innovative menu development, food safety, sanitation, and operational efficiency. The Executive Chef ensures high culinary standards across retail dining, board meals, catering events, and hospital food services. Emphasizing leadership and team development, this role involves mentoring the local culinary staff, fostering inspirational leadership, and promoting corporate social responsibility, food seasonality, wellness, and quality culinary arts within the organization. Additionally, the Executive Chef will carefully monitor performance trends, manage food costs, inventory, and purchasing, and lead continuous improvements to elevate service delivery. This role demands a passion for culinary excellence combined with strong operational acumen, making it ideal for a seasoned culinary professional who wants to make a meaningful difference in the healthcare sector. Full-time and part-time positions are available, reflecting the company’s flexible employment options. Morrison Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its team members. By joining Morrison Healthcare as an Executive Chef, candidates will be part of an industry leader committed to quality, innovation, and community impact.