CHEF DIRECTOR
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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
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chef Director to lead and elevate the culinary operations at our 90-bed hospital in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. The ideal candidate is a passionate, hands-on culinary leader with a strong background in healthcare or hospitality foodservice, and a commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences for patients, staff, and guests.
85 - 95K, Full Benefits, 5-day work week, Growth potential, matching 401K, alternating weekends
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all culinary operations including patient dining, retail café, catering, and physician lounge
Lead, train, and develop a high-performing culinary and front-of-house team
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards (e.g., HACCP, Joint Commission)
Collaborate with clinical nutrition and healthcare teams to support patient satisfaction and dietary needs
Manage food and labor budgets, purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships
Drive innovation in menu development with a focus on fresh, seasonal, and nutritious offerings
Foster a culture of hospitality, excellence, and teamwork throughout the department
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary management experience, preferably in healthcare or contract foodservice
Culinary degree or equivalent combination of training and experience
ServSafe certification required
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proven ability to manage budgets and drive operational efficiency
Passion for hospitality and patient-centered service
Why Join Us?
Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven environment
Opportunity to lead culinary innovation in a healthcare setting
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Located in the beautiful coastal community of Mt. Pleasant, just minutes from Charleston
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: 1425870
Morrison Healthcare
MICHAEL GREMBA
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