Compass One Healthcare
Senior Executive Chef – Morrison Healthcare
Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. The company’s comprehensive Mindful Choices® wellness and sustainability platform supports healthy eating and behavioral change in food consumption, and its alignment with the Partnership for a Healthier America's Hospital Healthy Food Initiative positively impacts millions of patients and meals annually.
Salary:
$100,000 – $125,000 + relocation assistance
Location:
Gainesville, FL (relocation assistance provided)
Schedule:
5‑day work week, alternating weekends
Morrison Healthcare is seeking a Senior Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a major healthcare facility in Gainesville, FL. This role will oversee menu development, food quality, safety, purchasing, and cost control while ensuring an exceptional experience for patients, guests, and staff. The Senior Executive Chef will lead a high‑performing culinary team and drive wellness‑focused, innovative programs that support the hospital’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
Lead culinary operations across patient dining, retail food services, and catering
Maintain high culinary standards for quality, consistency, and presentation
Recruit, train, mentor, and develop the culinary team
Implement wellness, sustainability, and seasonal menu initiatives
Oversee menu creation, purchasing, inventory, and food cost management
Track performance metrics and drive continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with ServSafe®, sanitation, and safety protocols
Partner with hospital leadership to meet operational and financial goals
Preferred Qualifications
Culinary degree or Bachelor’s in Food Service Management or Hospitality preferred
3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership; healthcare or high‑volume dining a plus
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Experience with catering and special events
Knowledge of food trends, sanitation, and cost controls
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and kitchen management software
ServSafe® Certification required
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance / AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off
Paid Parental LeaveHoliday 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)
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We encourage applicants with a criminal history to apply, and we will consider all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Req ID: 1488166
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Salary:
$100,000 – $125,000 + relocation assistance
Location:
Gainesville, FL (relocation assistance provided)
Schedule:
5‑day work week, alternating weekends
Morrison Healthcare is seeking a Senior Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a major healthcare facility in Gainesville, FL. This role will oversee menu development, food quality, safety, purchasing, and cost control while ensuring an exceptional experience for patients, guests, and staff. The Senior Executive Chef will lead a high‑performing culinary team and drive wellness‑focused, innovative programs that support the hospital’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
Lead culinary operations across patient dining, retail food services, and catering
Maintain high culinary standards for quality, consistency, and presentation
Recruit, train, mentor, and develop the culinary team
Implement wellness, sustainability, and seasonal menu initiatives
Oversee menu creation, purchasing, inventory, and food cost management
Track performance metrics and drive continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with ServSafe®, sanitation, and safety protocols
Partner with hospital leadership to meet operational and financial goals
Preferred Qualifications
Culinary degree or Bachelor’s in Food Service Management or Hospitality preferred
3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership; healthcare or high‑volume dining a plus
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Experience with catering and special events
Knowledge of food trends, sanitation, and cost controls
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and kitchen management software
ServSafe® Certification required
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance / AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off
Paid Parental LeaveHoliday 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)
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We encourage applicants with a criminal history to apply, and we will consider all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Req ID: 1488166
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