Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off
Job Description
Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a prominent leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, proudly serving over 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems nationwide. With more than 31,000 associates across the country, Morrison Healthcare leverages the Power of Food to craft personalized dining experiences that support patients' healing and wellness. The company operates not only within patient care areas but also in the various cafés throughout healthcare facilities, ensuring consistency and excellence in all culinary and nutritional offerings. Morrison Healthcare boasts a rich history of over 70 years, providing expertise in culinary innovation, nutrition, and operational excellence that transforms the healthcare dining experience. This longstanding commitment has earned Morrison Healthcare multiple accolades, including recognition as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work and being named a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization by Training Magazine. With a talented team of more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, the company serves more than 600 million meals annually, emphasizing quality and patient-centered service.
The role of Healthcare Executive Chef at Morrison Healthcare is a vital leadership position within an acute care hospital setting. As the Healthcare Executive Chef, you will oversee all culinary functions for your assigned dining account, leading and managing a dedicated team of associates. The role demands a focus on safety and sanitation standards specific to healthcare environments, ensuring that all food preparation and service meet regulatory and company quality standards. Beyond managing daily operations, you will be responsible for controlling costs, creating and planning innovative menus, purchasing and inventory management, and leading the rollout of new culinary programs in collaboration with marketing and the culinary team. This position requires a culinary leader with strong operational, financial, and team management skills, coupled with a passion for enhancing the healthcare experience through food. A culinary degree is preferred, along with at least five years of culinary management experience, ideally in a healthcare or acute care setting. Experience in high-volume production and catering, cost control management, and a desire to grow within a top-tier foodservice company are highly valued. Morrison Healthcare offers an inclusive and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to contribute meaningfully to patient wellness through nutrition and culinary innovation.
The role of Healthcare Executive Chef at Morrison Healthcare is a vital leadership position within an acute care hospital setting. As the Healthcare Executive Chef, you will oversee all culinary functions for your assigned dining account, leading and managing a dedicated team of associates. The role demands a focus on safety and sanitation standards specific to healthcare environments, ensuring that all food preparation and service meet regulatory and company quality standards. Beyond managing daily operations, you will be responsible for controlling costs, creating and planning innovative menus, purchasing and inventory management, and leading the rollout of new culinary programs in collaboration with marketing and the culinary team. This position requires a culinary leader with strong operational, financial, and team management skills, coupled with a passion for enhancing the healthcare experience through food. A culinary degree is preferred, along with at least five years of culinary management experience, ideally in a healthcare or acute care setting. Experience in high-volume production and catering, cost control management, and a desire to grow within a top-tier foodservice company are highly valued. Morrison Healthcare offers an inclusive and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to contribute meaningfully to patient wellness through nutrition and culinary innovation.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of culinary management experience
- culinary degree preferred
- ability to manage cost controls and expenditures
- experience working in healthcare or acute care settings highly preferred
- strong team leadership abilities
- knowledge of safety and sanitation standards in foodservice
- ability to create and plan menus
- excellent organizational and communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree preferred
- 5+ years of culinary management experience
- culinary experience in an acute care setting or healthcare highly preferred
- experience in high volume production and catering
- previous experience managing cost controls
- strong leadership and team management skills
- desire to learn and grow within a foodservice company
Job Duties
- Manage cost controls and control expenditures for the account
- plan and create all menus
- purchase and manage inventory
- roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with marketing and culinary team
- oversee all culinary functions for a dining account in an acute care hospital
- manage and lead a team of associates
- ensure all safety and sanitation standards are met
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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