HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVE CHEF II

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a distinguished leader in the healthcare food and nutrition services industry, dedicated to serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems throughout the United States. With a vast workforce of over 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison Healthcare leverages the Power of Food to deliver personalized dining experiences that support the healing and healthful missions of its clients. For over 70 years, Morrison Healthcare has built a trusted reputation by combining culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to ensure consistency and innovation in healthcare foodservice. The company’s legacy is further strengthened by its recognition as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and its accolades from Training Magazine as a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization since 2012. Boasting over 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, Morrison Healthcare successfully serves more than 600 million meals annually, emphasizing quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

The role of Healthcare Executive Chef II at Morrison Healthcare offers an exciting career opportunity for an energetic and entrepreneurial culinary professional looking to make a significant impact within healthcare foodservice. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $85,000, highlighting the company’s commitment to attracting top culinary talent. As the Healthcare Executive Chef II, you will oversee kitchen operations to ensure a safe, sanitary, and efficient food preparation environment that adheres strictly to corporate standards and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for planning regular and modified menus aligned with established guidelines, directing meal preparation, and maintaining quality control by tasting completed meals. This position requires hands-on involvement in training kitchen staff in food preparation, safety protocols, and equipment operation to uphold the highest food safety and sanitation standards.

In addition to managing the culinary aspects, the Healthcare Executive Chef II also maintains inventory control to manage costs effectively and ensures appropriate usage of leftover food products in line with company policies. The role demands strict compliance with federal, state, and local health regulations, department sanitation procedures, and internal safety policies. Active participation in departmental meetings, staff development sessions, and professional programs is expected, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team engagement.

This position is well-suited for candidates with several years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience, particularly with exposure to healthcare or hospital foodservice environments or high-volume, complex food operations. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent experience, ServSafe certification, and proficiency with essential computer applications such as Microsoft Office and email communication. Morrison Healthcare uniquely supports its associates with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and various wellness programs. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Morrison Healthcare offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and fosters an inclusive work environment where everyone’s contributions are valued and respected.