SR CHEF MANAGER
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Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison's hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafés feature socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences. The company's comprehensive Mindful Choices® wellness and sustainability platform includes the latest in healthful eating and an understanding of behavioral change in food consumption. Morrison's alignment with Partnership for a Healthier America's (PHA) Hospital Healthy Food Initiative positively impacts up to 41 million patients and 500 million hospital meals annually. Morrison has been named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for the past five years, and Training Magazine's Top 125 organizations for the past six consecutive years. The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members.
Job Summary
We are seeking a culinary professional with a strong front-of-house demeanor to join our team in a healthcare environment. This individual should be skilled in both kitchen operations and customer service, able to communicate effectively with culinary staff, patients, clients, and guests in the café or patient dining areas.
As a Cafe Manager you will play a key role in delivering a high standard of food service that supports the health, satisfaction, and well-being of our patients and healthcare community. You will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and lead a team dedicated to excellence in both food quality and service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise, hire, train, and coach food service associates
- Collaborate with clinical teams and dietitians to meet patient dietary needs
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, guests, and healthcare staff
- Manage café and patient dining operations, ensuring quality and consistency
- Plan, market, and execute special events and promotions in the café
- Ensure compliance with all health department, sanitation, and infection control standards
- Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for cost-effective improvements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in food service, preferably in a healthcare or senior living environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer-first mindset
- Experience in managing food service operations and teams
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets and modified food textures a plus
- Familiarity with food service equipment and cash handling procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- ServSafe or Department of Health Certification preferred
Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!
Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA
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Associates 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 for paid time off benefits information.
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. 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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1437498
Morrison Healthcare
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