SENIOR EXECUTIVE CHEF - Houston, TX

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a prominent leader in the healthcare food and nutrition service industry, serving over 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the United States. With a workforce of more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison Healthcare leverages the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences tailored to the needs of patients and patrons in their cafes, supporting the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Backed by more than 70 years of expertise, Morrison combines culinary, nutritional, and operational excellence to bring consistency and innovation to the healthcare food service sector. Recognized repeatedly for its outstanding workplace environment and training programs, Morrison stands out as a top employer in the healthcare food service industry.

The role of Senior Executive Chef at Morrison Healthcare offers the opportunity to work with a team committed to excellence in culinary services within healthcare settings. The Senior Executive Chef plays a vital leadership role, accountable for overseeing culinary operations at a unit level, ensuring food production is current with industry trends while maintaining safety and sanitation standards. This leadership position includes responsibilities such as menu development, managing inventory and purchasing, tightly controlling food costs, and fostering the growth and development of culinary staff. The role demands a balance of culinary creativity and operational management skills to deliver exceptional food experiences that complement healthcare recovery and wellness goals.

Key responsibilities for the Senior Executive Chef include developing high culinary standards across various food service areas, including retail, board meals, dining, and catering operations. The Chef leads and inspires the culinary team, encouraging continuous improvement and staff development. The position also emphasizes Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, such as promoting food seasonality and health and wellness through high-quality culinary arts. Monitoring performance metrics and analyzing trends is part of the job to continually enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Moreover, the Senior Executive Chef must have a thorough understanding of daily menu items and be able to communicate effectively with customers.

Morrison Healthcare values culinary professionals with strong leadership capabilities and a passion for quality and innovation. Preferred qualifications include a culinary degree or a bachelor’s degree in Food Services Technology, Management, or related fields, combined with three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience. Experience in planning and managing catering events is beneficial. Effective communication skills across all organizational levels and proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office are essential. ServSafe Certification is required to ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Joining Morrison Healthcare as a Senior Executive Chef means becoming part of a company that offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment. The company provides medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, retirement plans, and flexible time off policies, among other valuable benefits. This position is open for immediate application, reflecting Morrison Healthcare’s ongoing commitment to attracting talented professionals ready to contribute to healthcare food service excellence.