Compass Healthcare
Overview
Job Title:
Regional Executive Chef Location:
Tampa Bay, FL (must be based in the Tampa Bay area) – Travel: Day travel required; occasional overnight travel. Relocation assistance provided. Company:
Morrison Healthcare, a division of Compass Group Salary:
$95,000 – $120,000 per year Job Summary:
The Regional Executive Chef provides culinary leadership and oversight across multiple healthcare locations, ensuring on-trend, efficient, safe, and sanitary food production in all assigned operations. This role supports and develops local Executive Chefs and culinary teams while driving regional consistency, quality, and innovation. Responsibilities include menu development, food quality standards, inventory management, purchasing, food cost controls, and culinary talent development.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and maintain high culinary standards across retail dining, board meals, and catering operations
Train, mentor, and inspire Executive Chefs and culinary leadership teams
Drive culinary initiatives related to food seasonality, sustainability, health and wellness, and quality
Analyze operational performance, trends, and food cost metrics and lead improvements
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards
Support menu development, inventory control, purchasing, and cost management
Serve as a regional culinary resource for special projects and operational support
Travel to assigned locations as business needs require
Preferred Qualifications
Culinary degree preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Food Services Technology, Management, or related field preferred
3–5 years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
Multi-unit or regional culinary leadership experience preferred
Catering planning and execution experience
Strong leadership and team development skills
Knowledge of food trends, production systems, sanitation, and food cost controls
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet)
Excellent communication skills at all organizational levels
ServSafe Certification required or ability to obtain
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)
Additional Information Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf
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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including Fair Chance laws. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID:
1493820
Associated locations and roles listed below reflect current openings and may be updated without notice.
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Job Title:
Regional Executive Chef Location:
Tampa Bay, FL (must be based in the Tampa Bay area) – Travel: Day travel required; occasional overnight travel. Relocation assistance provided. Company:
Morrison Healthcare, a division of Compass Group Salary:
$95,000 – $120,000 per year Job Summary:
The Regional Executive Chef provides culinary leadership and oversight across multiple healthcare locations, ensuring on-trend, efficient, safe, and sanitary food production in all assigned operations. This role supports and develops local Executive Chefs and culinary teams while driving regional consistency, quality, and innovation. Responsibilities include menu development, food quality standards, inventory management, purchasing, food cost controls, and culinary talent development.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and maintain high culinary standards across retail dining, board meals, and catering operations
Train, mentor, and inspire Executive Chefs and culinary leadership teams
Drive culinary initiatives related to food seasonality, sustainability, health and wellness, and quality
Analyze operational performance, trends, and food cost metrics and lead improvements
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards
Support menu development, inventory control, purchasing, and cost management
Serve as a regional culinary resource for special projects and operational support
Travel to assigned locations as business needs require
Preferred Qualifications
Culinary degree preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Food Services Technology, Management, or related field preferred
3–5 years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience
Multi-unit or regional culinary leadership experience preferred
Catering planning and execution experience
Strong leadership and team development skills
Knowledge of food trends, production systems, sanitation, and food cost controls
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet)
Excellent communication skills at all organizational levels
ServSafe Certification required or ability to obtain
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)
Additional Information Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf
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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including Fair Chance laws. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID:
1493820
Associated locations and roles listed below reflect current openings and may be updated without notice.
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