SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, has been a trusted name in the healthcare foodservice industry for over 70 years. With a dedication to nourishing patients, caregivers, and communities, Morrison Healthcare combines culinary excellence with nutritional expertise to support leading health systems nationwide. Serving over 31,000 team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, the company fosters a culture centered on caring, collaboration, and continuous growth. Morrison Healthcare values inclusivity and belonging, ensuring that every member of their team contributes to moments that truly matter, whether it be through the quality of meals or the experience of those they serve.

The company is currently seeking a full-time Sous Chef at the Baptist Little Rock location, situated at 9601 Baptist Health Drive in Little Rock, Arkansas. This role is critical in maintaining the high standards Morrison Healthcare upholds in all aspects of food preparation and kitchen management. The Sous Chef will work closely under the supervision of the Executive Chef and take charge in their absence. The position offers a fixed pay rate of $22.00 per hour and requires open availability, with days and hours potentially varying.

This role is designed for individuals with a passion for culinary arts and leadership in a healthcare environment. The Sous Chef will be instrumental in ensuring that all meals meet strict production standards, nutritional requirements, and presentation guidelines. Candidates will coordinate activities of cooks and other food-service associates, manage staffing needs, and help maintain compliance with food safety and sanitation protocols as mandated by corporate, state, and federal regulations.

In this role, the Sous Chef will demonstrate leadership by supervising hourly employees, involving responsibility for interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions when necessary. The ability to interact with customers professionally to address concerns and provide detailed information about menu items is essential. Additionally, the Sous Chef will manage inventory control, monitor product consumption and waste, and communicate supply levels effectively to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Morrison Healthcare’s commitment to its employees extends beyond competitive wages to include a robust benefits package. Full-time team members enjoy retirement plans, associate shopping perks, health and wellness programs, discount marketplaces, and identity theft protection, among other voluntary benefits. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, and flexible spending accounts are also part of the comprehensive support given to full-time employees. The company fosters a smoke-free and drug-free workplace and emphasizes equal opportunity employment practices to maintain a respectful and diverse work environment.

Joining Morrison Healthcare means being part of an organization that not only delivers exceptional service but also values your professional development and well-being. This Sous Chef role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing high-quality meals that support healing and comfort within healthcare settings. Candidates who possess at least three years of culinary and management experience are encouraged to apply and join a team that believes in helping one another reach their full potential while making a difference every day.