EXECUTIVE CHEF II - METAIRIE, LA

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 Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff.

You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.

Key Responsibilities : Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelinesFollows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards.

Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure qualityTrains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standardsEstablishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas.

Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assignedMaintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when neededMakes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such productsComplies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party auditsFollows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reportingParticipates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate Preferred Qualifications : A.

S. or equivalent experienceMinimum of three to five years of progressive culinary / kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or trainingExtensive catering experience a plusHigh volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirableInstitutional and batch cooking experiencesHands-on chef experience a mustComprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentationMust be experienced with computers;

to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the InternetServSafe certified - highly desirable Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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. Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits.

MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance / ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanFlexible Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site / state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.Req ID : 1302812Morrison Healthcare WENDY GRAY PALMER req classification