Compass One Healthcare
Executive Chef
– Compass One Healthcare, Birmingham, AL.
Salary:
$65,000.00 – $70,000.00
Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. In an acute care setting, Morrison’s hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafés focus on socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences. The company’s Mindful Choices® wellness and sustainability platform incorporates innovative healthful eating and behavioral change to improve patient outcomes. Morrison Healthcare, a division of Compass Group, employs over 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members.
Job Summary We are seeking an
Executive Chef
to lead culinary operations for Morrison Healthcare’s acute‑care facilities in Birmingham, AL. The Executive Chef will oversee kitchen operations, maintain a safe and sanitary environment, and ensure that meal preparation aligns with corporate programs and guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards, completing daily production worksheets and waste logs, and tasting finished meals for quality assurance.
Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards.
Establish and maintain cleaning, maintenance, and inventory schedules, ensuring staff compliance.
Maintain inventory of food and non‑food supplies, staying within guidelines while ensuring product availability.
Make decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products within company guidelines.
Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations, evidenced by local and third‑party audits.
Follow facility, department, and company safety policies, including incident reporting.
Participate in departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
A.S. or equivalent experience.
Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
Extensive catering experience (a plus).
High‑volume, complex food‑service operations experience (highly desirable).
Institutional and batch‑cooking experience.
Hands‑on chef experience (required).
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet.
ServSafe certification (highly desirable).
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Life Insurance/AD and Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off and 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)
Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 with or without reasonable accommodation. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws and initiatives. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.
Req ID:
1479515
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– Compass One Healthcare, Birmingham, AL.
Salary:
$65,000.00 – $70,000.00
Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. In an acute care setting, Morrison’s hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafés focus on socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences. The company’s Mindful Choices® wellness and sustainability platform incorporates innovative healthful eating and behavioral change to improve patient outcomes. Morrison Healthcare, a division of Compass Group, employs over 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members.
Job Summary We are seeking an
Executive Chef
to lead culinary operations for Morrison Healthcare’s acute‑care facilities in Birmingham, AL. The Executive Chef will oversee kitchen operations, maintain a safe and sanitary environment, and ensure that meal preparation aligns with corporate programs and guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Plan regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards, completing daily production worksheets and waste logs, and tasting finished meals for quality assurance.
Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, and sanitation based on company and regulatory standards.
Establish and maintain cleaning, maintenance, and inventory schedules, ensuring staff compliance.
Maintain inventory of food and non‑food supplies, staying within guidelines while ensuring product availability.
Make decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products within company guidelines.
Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations, evidenced by local and third‑party audits.
Follow facility, department, and company safety policies, including incident reporting.
Participate in departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
A.S. or equivalent experience.
Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
Extensive catering experience (a plus).
High‑volume, complex food‑service operations experience (highly desirable).
Institutional and batch‑cooking experience.
Hands‑on chef experience (required).
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the Internet.
ServSafe certification (highly desirable).
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Life Insurance/AD and Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off and 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)
Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 with or without reasonable accommodation. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws and initiatives. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.
Req ID:
1479515
#J-18808-Ljbffr