SR EXECUTIVE CHEF OF PATIENT SERVICES

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a prominent leader in healthcare food and nutrition services within the United States. Serving over 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems nationwide, Morrison Healthcare is dedicated to using the Power of Food to deliver personalized dining experiences that promote healing and enhance health and wellness for patients, staff, and visitors. With a workforce exceeding 31,000 associates, Morrison has established itself as a trusted partner in healthcare food service for more than 70 years. Renowned for its culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise, the company ensures consistent quality while transforming the healthcare dining experience, serving over 600 million meals annually with a team that includes more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs. The company has received distinguished recognition such as being named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work and earning Training Magazine's Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization status since 2012.

The role of Senior Executive Chef of Patient Dining at Mayo Clinic Phoenix represents an exciting and influential opportunity within Morrison Healthcare. This position requires a high level of culinary leadership and operational management to oversee all patient meal services with a dedication to excellence and innovation. The Executive Chef will be responsible for developing and maintaining superior culinary standards across retail operations, board meals, dining, and catering services. A critical aspect of the role is to lead and inspire the local culinary team through training and development initiatives that cultivate talent and promote a highly motivated workforce.

In addition to operational management, the Senior Executive Chef will spearhead initiatives related to corporate social responsibility, food seasonality, health and wellness, and culinary artistry on campus. This role demands a forward-thinking leader who can analyze operational performance and trends efficiently to devise and implement continuous improvements. It requires comprehensive knowledge of menu development and the ability to communicate effectively about menu items to customers, ensuring an excellent patient dining experience.

Preferred candidates will hold a culinary degree or a bachelor’s degree in Food Services Technology, Management, or a related field, alongside at least five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience. Experience managing catering events from a culinary perspective and a strong leadership background are highly valued. Candidates should have thorough knowledge of food and catering trends focusing on quality, production, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation. Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office, email, and internet applications is essential. Certification such as ServSafe further underscores a candidate’s qualifications.

Morrison Healthcare offers a robust benefits package that supports the well-being and development of its associates. With a commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity, Morrison Healthcare encourages applications from all qualified individuals and actively supports workplace diversity. The company also emphasizes compliance with relevant state and federal laws to ensure fair hiring practices.

Joining Morrison Healthcare as a Senior Executive Chef provides a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader dedicated to excellence in healthcare food services. Candidates will have the chance to impact patient experiences positively while advancing their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and is part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, teamwork, and high-quality culinary standards in healthcare dining.