SOUS CHEF

Compass Group • Gainesville, FL

18d

About The Position

Morrison Healthcare is hiring a hands-on culinary leader to support its Pro Park account. The role leads daily kitchen operations and food production, with a Monday–Friday schedule focused on breakfast and lunch service. The working chef prepares quality meals, develops menus, oversees service, and keeps kitchen operations organized and efficient. Candidates from restaurants, hotels, catering, and other foodservice settings are welcome.

The position also includes supervising and training hourly culinary associates, managing ordering and inventory, controlling portions and food costs, reducing waste, maintaining food safety and sanitation, and planning catering events as needed. The chef works with customers, client partners, and Morrison support teams to introduce culinary programs. Morrison Healthcare is part of Compass Group USA.

Requirements

• Progressive culinary experience with kitchen leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Strong cooking, menu planning, organization, and team leadership skills.
• Experience with ordering, inventory, and food cost controls.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• Catering and high-volume production experience.
• ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food production and execute breakfast and lunch service.
• Plan menus that balance variety, quality, customer preferences, and food costs.
• Supervise, train, and support hourly culinary associates.
• Manage ordering, inventory, portion control, and waste reduction.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Plan and execute catering events as needed.
• Build strong relationships with customers and client partners.
• Introduce new culinary programs in partnership with Morrison’s support teams.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accidental death insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• Holiday time off, varying by site and 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
• Potential paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws
• Employee referral bonus eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed