Sr Executive Chef

Senior Executive Chef – Morrison Healthcare – Compass One Healthcare

Location:

Gainesville, FL (relocation assistance provided)

Salary: $100,000 – $125,000 + relocation assistance

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 oversees 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.

• 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 Serv Safe®, sanitation, and safety protocols.
• Partner with hospital leadership to meet operational and financial goals.

• 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.
• Serv Safe® Certification required.

• 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)

Compass 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. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.

If you are interested in this role, please apply through the Compass One Healthcare candidate portal. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2×.