SOUS CHEF

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services. The company serves more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and employs over 31,000 associates nationwide. Salary: 70,000 - 75,000 per year based on experience. Other Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training. Job Summary The Sous Chef supports the daily culinary operations of a residential healthcare facility serving approximately 85 residents. This role reports directly to the Director of Food & Nutrition Services and plays a key hands‑on role in delivering high‑quality, nutritious meals that support resident health, satisfaction, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Support the Director of Food & Nutrition Services with day‑to‑day culinary operations, including food production, staffing support, and workflow organization. Execute menus and daily meal service, ensuring meals meet nutritional guidelines, therapeutic diet requirements, and resident preferences. Participate in batch and institutional cooking for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special meals. Assist with food cost management, inventory control, ordering, and waste reduction. Support catered meals and special events for resident activities, holidays, and community functions. Supervise and coach hourly culinary team members, reinforcing food safety, sanitation, and service standards. Assist with the implementation of new culinary programs, recipes, and service initiatives. Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, food safety standards, and sanitation policies. Contribute to resident satisfaction initiatives and quality improvement efforts. Collaborate with nursing, clinical, and interdisciplinary teams as needed to support resident care. Preferred Qualifications Associate degree (A.S.) in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional culinary experience. Progressive culinary or kitchen leadership experience, preferably in healthcare, senior living, or institutional foodservice. Experience with batch cooking and smaller‑scale residential operations preferred. Strong understanding of modified and therapeutic diets (e.g., texture‑modified, allergen‑sensitive meals). Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, nutrition requirements, and cost control practices. Experience working in a regulated or resident‑focused environment highly desirable. Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office and email. Willingness to participate in resident satisfaction initiatives and interdisciplinary collaboration. ServSafe certification highly desirable. 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) 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. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Compass Healthcare