SR EXECUTIVE CHEF

Morrison Healthcare is a distinguished national food and nutrition services company dedicated exclusively to serving over 600 hospitals and healthcare systems across the United States. As a division of the global Compass Group, Morrison Healthcare stands out for its commitment to socially responsible practices and delivering exceptional guest experiences. The company's operations feature hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafes that focus on wellness, sustainability, and innovation in food service. Morrison Healthcare’s Mindful Choices® wellness platform reflects the latest advancements in healthful eating and behavioral change in nutrition, complemented by its partnership with the Partnership for a Healthier Americas (PHA) Hospital Healthy Food Initiative. This alliance positively impacts an impressive demographic of up to 41 million patients and provides approximately 500 million hospital meals annually. With more than 1200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and a dedicated team of 17,000 professional food service members, Morrison Healthcare continues to drive excellence and innovation in healthcare culinary services. The enterprise has been recognized consistently, earning spots on Modern Healthcare’s Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare and Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations, affirming its successful employment practices and commitment to employee development.

The role of Senior Executive Chef at Morrison Healthcare, based in Gainesville, FL, represents a leadership opportunity to oversee and elevate culinary operations within a major healthcare facility. This position reports to Senior Directors and offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $125,000, along with relocation assistance, emphasizing Morrison’s commitment to attracting top culinary talent. The position operates on a 5-day workweek with alternating weekends, providing a balanced schedule conducive to work-life harmony.

As a Senior Executive Chef, the individual will hold overarching responsibility for all culinary facets, including patient dining, retail food services, and catering operations. Key responsibilities include leading menu development, maintaining exemplary food quality and safety, managing purchasing and food cost controls, and enforcing compliance with ServSafe® sanitation protocols. The role also involves mentoring and developing a high-performing culinary team while spearheading wellness-focused and innovative culinary programs aligned with the hospital’s mission. Integral to the position is the collaboration with hospital leadership to meet operational and financial targets, ensuring the culinary department supports the broader healthcare objectives. This senior chef role is ideal for someone with a culinary degree or a bachelor’s in food service management or hospitality, coupled with 3 to 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, preferably in healthcare or high-volume dining environments. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, complemented by knowledge of food trends, cost controls, and proficiency in kitchen management software. ServSafe® certification is a mandatory qualification, underscoring the commitment to high safety and sanitation standards.

Joining Morrison Healthcare means becoming part of a mission-driven team that values innovation, collaboration, and culinary excellence. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, flexible and paid parental leave, along with wellness programs and additional supportive services. Morrison Healthcare promotes diversity and equal opportunity, encouraging candidates from varied backgrounds to apply and contribute their talents to a vibrant healthcare food service environment. This role is a remarkable opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry.