SENIOR COOK (FULL TIME)

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is an established leader in providing culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to leading health systems across the United States for over 70 years. The company prides itself on a culture that deeply values caring for people, fostering a sense of belonging, and creating meaningful moments that matter to patients, caregivers, and the communities it serves. Morrison Healthcare employs more than 31,000 dedicated professionals, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs who work in harmony to deliver culinary services that uphold the highest standards of quality, detail, and excellence in every meal served.

At the heart of Morrison Healthcare's mission is the commitment to nourish patients and caregivers while continuously striving for excellence in food service operations in hospital environments. The company culture empowers its team members to take responsibility for their commitments and support one another, enabling all employees to achieve their unlimited potential through collaboration and respect. Morrison Healthcare is part of Compass Group, a global leader in foodservice management, and adheres to principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its hiring and operational practices.

This full-time Senior Cook position is based at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis located at 6019 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis, TN 38120. The position offers a competitive pay range of $16.00 to $17.00 per hour. The role's schedule consists of varied day shifts with open availability preferred to meet the dynamic needs of the healthcare environment. This opportunity is open exclusively to candidates applying online.

The Senior Cook role is pivotal within Morrison Healthcare's culinary team. The individual in this position is responsible for preparing nutritious, flavorful meals that comply with federal, state, local, and company food safety and quality standards. With a preference for candidates with at least two years of prior cooking experience, the Senior Cook plays both a hands-on cooking role and a supervisory role by potentially overseeing food service associates as assigned by the Food Service Director. The position requires competency in preparing a variety of entrees and menu items by following established recipes, operating and cleaning kitchen equipment, and maintaining the organization and safety of food storage areas.

Additional responsibilities include following HACCP guidelines, complying with health and sanitation regulations, assisting with production records and documentation, and supporting the cross-training of employees. The role demands meticulous attention to detail, the ability to follow food handling protocols strictly, and a cooperative attitude towards team support and departmental goals.

Morrison Healthcare provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, and access to health and wellness programs. Employees can also benefit from voluntary perks, including pet insurance, critical illness insurance, and employee assistance programs, making this position not only rewarding in terms of personal contribution but also supportive of employee well-being.