SOUS CHEF

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually. Salary: 67,000 - 70,000 / year based on experience Other Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training Pay Grade: 12 As Sous Chef , you will play a vital role in supporting the successful operation of the Culinary Department within a healthcare environment at a premier 300-bed facility in Westchester County, recognized for Five Star Service Awards. You will partner with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality meals that meet patient, retail, and catering needs. This role is ideal for an energetic, service-driven culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-focused setting. Key Responsibilities: Assist the Executive Chef in managing food, labor, and supply costs while maintaining strict budgetary controls Support the planning and development of patient, retail, and catering menus in compliance with healthcare nutrition standards and guidelines Supervise and participate in the preparation and service of meals, ensuring consistency, quality, and proper portioning Lead production and execution of catering and special events within the facility Provide day-to-day oversight of kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety (ServSafe/HACCP), sanitation, and regulatory requirements Assist with ordering, inventory management, and waste reduction in a high-volume healthcare setting Ensure compliance with all safety, infection control, and dietary regulations specific to healthcare foodservice Support implementation of new culinary programs in partnership with clinical, marketing, and culinary teams Preferred Qualifications: Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience in healthcare or institutional foodservice Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, preferably in a hospital, senior living, or large-scale institutional setting Experience with high-volume production, batch cooking, and therapeutic or modified diets Pizza production and dough-making experience a plus Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and healthcare regulatory requirements Familiarity with current healthcare dining trends, patient satisfaction initiatives, and quality improvement programs Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and general computer applications Strong communication and customer service skills with a patient-first mindset ServSafe certification required or preferred; HACCP knowledge a plus Associates At Morrison Healthcare Are Offered Many Fantastic 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) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA 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. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace. Morrison Healthcare #J-18808-Ljbffr Compass Healthcare