HIGH VOLUME - EXECUTIVE CHEF ( LONG BEACH MEMORIAL HOSP) LONG BEACH CA

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company that dedicates itself exclusively to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems across the United States. With a commitment to socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences, Morrison Healthcare operates hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafes that embody their values of health, wellness, and sustainability. Their comprehensive Mindful Choices® wellness and sustainability platform incorporates the latest advancements in healthful eating as well as behavioral change in food consumption, positively impacting up to 41 million patients and offering 500 million hospital meals annually. Morrison Healthcare is part of the Compass Group, a global leader in foodservice management, and proudly employs more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members. Their commitment to excellence has earned them accolades as one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years and a consistent inclusion among Training Magazine's Top 125 organizations for six years running. The Senior Executive Chef role at Morrison Healthcare offers a unique opportunity to lead culinary operations in a dynamic and impactful healthcare environment. This full-time position, with a competitive salary range between $95,000 and $100,000, entails overseeing all areas of culinary production within a unit, ensuring that food is prepared efficiently, safely, and according to the highest standards. The Senior Executive Chef will be responsible for menu development, inventory management, purchasing, food cost control, and staff leadership and development. This role demands an innovative approach to culinary arts, with a focus on maintaining high culinary standards across all retail, board meals, dining, and catering operations. The successful candidate for this position is expected to demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, inspiring and developing the local culinary team to perform at their best. They will lead initiatives that incorporate corporate social responsibility, food seasonality, health, wellness, and sustainability, ensuring the culinary operations align with Morrison Healthcare's commitment to quality and environmental stewardship. Evaluating and analyzing the ongoing performance and trends within their unit will be key, with the Senior Executive Chef devising and leading continuous improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and operational effectiveness. A clear understanding of daily menu items and the ability to communicate menu details to customers accurately is essential. This role suits someone passionate about culinary innovation in a healthcare setting who wants to work with a respected leader in the foodservice industry and contribute to a healthier community through excellent food experiences.

• Culinary degree preferred
• bachelor’s degree in food services technology, management or related field preferred
• three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience depending upon formal degree or training
• experience with planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective
• strong leadership skills
• comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends
• proficient computer skills
• ability to communicate effectively
• ServSafe® certification