SR EXECUTIVE CHEF

Morrison Healthcare is a distinguished national food and nutrition services company that exclusively serves over 600 hospitals and healthcare systems across the United States. Recognized for its socially responsible practices and commitment to exceptional guest experiences, Morrison Healthcare operates hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafes that prioritize quality and wellness in every meal. The company's Mindful Choices4 wellness and sustainability platform embodies the latest in healthful eating trends, behavioral insights related to food consumption, and environmentally conscious practices to support healthier communities. With a positive impact on up to 41 million patients and 500 million hospital meals served each year, Morrison Healthcare is aligned with the Partnership for a Healthier America's Hospital Healthy Food Initiative, demonstrating its leadership in promoting nutrition and wellness within healthcare settings. Morrison Healthcare has earned numerous accolades, including being named one of Modern Healthcare's Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare for five consecutive years and Training Magazine's Top 125 organizations for six consecutive years.

As a division of Compass Group, Morrison Healthcare boasts a team of more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members committed to culinary excellence and operational expertise. The organization is dedicated to delivering innovative, fresh, and wellness-driven cuisine while fostering workplace environments that support growth, collaboration, and professional development.

The Senior Executive Chef role at Morrison Healthcare is a pivotal leadership position based in Gainesville, FL, offering a salary range of $100,000 to $125,000 along with relocation assistance to suitable candidates. This full-time position follows a five-day workweek schedule with alternating weekends, ensuring work-life balance while managing high-volume culinary operations. The Senior Executive Chef will be responsible for overseeing all culinary aspects of the healthcare facility's patient dining, retail food services, and catering operations, maintaining impeccable standards in food quality, presentation, and safety.

This role involves menu development driven by wellness, sustainability, and seasonal trends. The Senior Executive Chef will lead purchasing and inventory management efforts, emphasizing cost control and efficiency. A key component of the position includes recruiting, training, mentoring, and developing a high-performing culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences aligned with the hospital's mission. The role demands close collaboration with hospital leadership to achieve operational and financial goals while ensuring compliance with ServSafe sanitation and safety protocols. The successful candidate will be a culinary innovator, proficient in kitchen management software and Microsoft Office, who champions continuous improvement and embodies Morrison Healthcare's values of quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction.

Joining Morrison Healthcare means becoming part of a leading team committed to revolutionizing hospital food and nutrition services through exceptional culinary leadership, teamwork, and a passion for health and wellness. The company offers a wide array of benefits designed to support associates personally and professionally, making it an ideal place for career growth in the hospitality and healthcare food service industries.