EXECUTIVE CHEF

Compass Group, North America

Oceanside, NY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$85,000–$95,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Budgeting, Catering Services, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Coaching, Computer Skills, Cook Dishes, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Culinary Operations, Employee Benefits, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Federal Laws and Regulations, Flexible Spending Accounts, Food Production, Food Safety, Food Services, Health Department, Healthcare, Hospital Systems, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Infection Control, Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Nutrition, Operational Control, Performance Management, Portion Control, Preventative Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, ServSafe Certification, State Laws and Regulations

LOCATION

Oceanside, NY

POSTED

Today

Morrison Healthcare**Salary:** **85,000 - 95,000 / year based on experience****Other Forms of Compensation:** Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training**Pay Grade: 14****Morrison Healthcare** , a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the _Power of Food_ to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation's largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.**Job Summary**As the **Executive Chef** , you will oversee all kitchen and culinary operations within a healthcare environment, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, patient‑centered meals while maintaining a safe, sanitary, and efficient workplace for staff. You will be responsible for directing meal production in accordance with established corporate standards, nutritional guidelines, and regulatory requirements.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, hands‑on culinary leader who thrives in a fast‑paced healthcare setting and is passionate about quality, safety, and service excellence.**Key Responsibilities**+ Plan and execute regular, therapeutic, and modified menus in accordance with approved menus, clinical nutrition guidelines, and established standards+ Ensure strict adherence to standardized recipes, portion control, and presentation standards; complete and utilize daily production records, waste logs, and quality checks+ Taste and evaluate finished meals to ensure quality, freshness, and consistency prior to service+ Train and coach kitchen staff on food preparation techniques, safe food handling, equipment operation, infection control practices, and sanitation in compliance with company policy and regulatory standards+ Establish and maintain cleaning and preventative maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workspaces; ensure staff adheres to assigned schedules+ Manage food and non‑food inventories to meet operational needs while maintaining budgetary controls and minimizing waste+ Make informed decisions regarding leftover food utilization in accordance with company policy, food safety standards, and healthcare regulations+ Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local health department regulations, Joint Commission standards, and internal sanitation policies as validated through audits and inspections+ Follow facility, departmental, and company safety policies, including incident and occurrence reporting+ Participate in departmental meetings, staff training, professional development programs, and performance improvement initiatives**Preferred Qualifications**+ Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or a related field+ Minimum of **5+ years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience** , commensurate with education and training+ Experience in **healthcare, institutional, or high‑volume foodservice operations** strongly preferred+ Background in batch cooking and production for large‑scale operations+ Hands‑on chef experience required+ Strong knowledge of food production, clinical and customer‑focused menu execution, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation+ Catering experience a plus+ Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email, and basic foodservice systems+ Willingness to participate in patient satisfaction and quality improvement initiatives+ **ServSafe Certification** highly desirable**Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!**_Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA_Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story ( at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits.**+ Medical+ Dental+ Vision+ Life Insurance/ AD+ Disability Insurance+ Retirement Plan+ Flexible Time Off+ Paid Parental Leave+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)+ Personal Leave+ Associate Shopping Program+ Health and Wellness Programs+ Discount Marketplace+ Identity Theft Protection+ Pet Insurance+ Commuter Benefits+ Employee Assistance Program+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here ( or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.****Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.****Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:** ** are accepted on an ongoing basis.****Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.****Req ID:** 1532537Morrison HealthcareAMY S MILLER[[req_classification]]

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