SOUS CHEF
Salary: 68,000 - 76,000 / year based on experience
Other Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training
Pay Grade: 12
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.
Job Summary
As a Sous Chef, you will support the day-to-day operation of the Culinary Department within a healthcare setting. You will assist with food production, menu execution, staff supervision, inventory management, and catering while ensuring compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards. This role partners with the Executive Chef to deliver high-quality meals and exceptional service for patients, residents, visitors, and associates.
We're looking for a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, thinks quickly on their feet, and keeps the team focused on food quality, safety, and timely service. Experience working in a unionized environment is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef with managing food, labor, and supply costs.
- Support menu planning, food preparation, and daily culinary operations.
- Coordinate and execute catering and special events.
- Supervise, train, and develop culinary team members.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and healthcare regulations.
- Assist with ordering, inventory control, and receiving procedures.
- Implement new culinary programs and initiatives.
- Support patient and client satisfaction goals.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
- Progressive culinary and/or kitchen leadership experience.
- Healthcare, institutional, or high-volume food service experience preferred.
- Experience working in a unionized environment is a plus.
- Catering experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food cost control, and kitchen operations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and email systems.
- ServSafe Manager certification preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!
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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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf
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.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1575916
Morrison Healthcare
AMY S MILLER
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