EXECUTIVE CHEF III - Lansing, MI

Compass Group•Lansing, MI

About The Position

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. Are you a culinary leader with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations while ensuring a safe, sanitary, and efficient work environment. This role is responsible for meal preparation, team leadership, inventory management, and maintaining compliance with corporate and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

Culinary Arts Degree from an accredited culinary school preferred
5+ years of experience in food service management
ServSafe Certification required
Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development
Excellent inventory management and budgeting skills
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation regulations, and compliance standards

Nice To Haves

Culinary Arts Degree from an accredited culinary school preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee food preparation and ensure meals meet standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation guidelines
Lead daily team meetings to coordinate kitchen operations
Train kitchen staff in food preparation, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation
Develop and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and workspaces
Manage food and supply inventory within budget while ensuring product availability
Implement best practices for utilizing leftover food products
Plan and prepare menus for special events as needed
Ensure compliance with Morrison and Compass Group policies and procedures
Collaborate with regulatory agencies to uphold food safety and sanitation standards
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reports accurately and on time
Conduct patient visits to enhance the meal service experience and ensure satisfaction
Provide exceptional customer service and take ownership of kitchen operations
Perform additional duties as assigned