Bench Executive Chef

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000

Position Title: BENCH EXECUTIVE CHEF

Pay Grade: 14

Reports To: SYSTEMS DIRECTOR

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.

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Charleston, SC | $75,000–$90,000 + Relocation Assistance

Bring your culinary talent and leadership to Morrison Healthcare in Charleston. We’re looking for a hands-on chef with solid tenure, clear career progression and a track record of leading teams and delivering quality food.

Candidates must live in the Charleston area or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is available.

As Executive Chef, you’ll lead daily kitchen operations, develop your team and deliver meals that make a difference for patients, guests and hospital staff. You’ll oversee food quality, production, purchasing and safety while bringing fresh ideas and strong leadership to the kitchen.

• Lead kitchen operations, keeping food quality, presentation and service consistent.
• Plan regular and modified menus that meet established guidelines and dietary needs.
• Train and coach staff on cooking techniques, food handling, equipment use and sanitation.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, portion sizes and waste to control costs.
• Use production sheets and waste logs to keep the kitchen organized and efficient.
• Maintain cleaning and equipment schedules and ensure readiness for inspections.
• Partner with the food service leadership team to improve operations and client satisfaction.

• Five or more years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience.
• Solid tenure in previous roles with demonstrated growth in responsibility.
• Hands-on cooking skills and experience leading a culinary team.
• Experience in high-volume, complex food service operations.
• Institutional and batch cooking experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food production, sanitation, presentation and cost controls.
• Catering experience a plus.
• Associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, email and computer-based tools.
• Serv Safe certification highly desirable.

Build your next chapter in Charleston with an opportunity to lead, develop your team and put your culinary experience to work.

• 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, copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits…