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Compass Group

Executive Sous Chef

Saint Louis, MO

$62K - $80K/yr

Job Summary The Executive Sous Chef is based out of a 1400-Bed Level 1 Trauma Center. This position is responsible for day to day Culinary Operations including hot and cold production for around 900 ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef

O Fallon, IL · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually. Job Summary Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef

O Fallon, IL · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually. Job Summary Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef

O Fallon, IL · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually. Job Summary Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the ...

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Be Seen First

Sous Chef

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Our Sous Chefs partner with the Executive Chef to provide direction and training to team members by coaching, counseling, and providing feedback on job performance. The Sous Chefs are responsible for ...

Bella Milano

Executive Chef

O Fallon, IL · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Goals: -Food Quality - maintain highest level of food quality -Sanitation - Ensure kitchen is clean at all times and able to pass Inspections from Health Inspectors and Executive Team -Labor Cost ...

Bella Milano

Executive Chef

O Fallon, IL · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Goals: -Food Quality - maintain highest level of food quality -Sanitation - Ensure kitchen is clean at all times and able to pass Inspections from Health Inspectors and Executive Team -Labor Cost ...

Aubrey

Head Chef

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Minimum 3+ years as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen * Culinary Expertise: Strong command of cooking techniques, industry trends, and kitchen operations

Aubrey

Head Chef

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Minimum 3+ years as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen * Culinary Expertise: Strong command of cooking techniques, industry trends, and kitchen operations

AccorHotel

Sous Chef at Idol Wolf

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Chef de Cuisine/Executive Chef Supervises: Line Cooks, Stewards General Purpose: A Sous Chef has worked very hard to get where he/she is, and a new Sous knows the real hard work is yet to come. It is ...

AccorHotel

Sous Chef at Idol Wolf

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Chef de Cuisine/Executive Chef Supervises: Line Cooks, Stewards General Purpose: A Sous Chef has worked very hard to get where he/she is, and a new Sous knows the real hard work is yet to come. It is ...

21c Museum Hotels

Sous Chef at Idol Wolf

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Chef de Cuisine/Executive Chef Supervises: Line Cooks, Stewards General Purpose: A Sous Chef has worked very hard to get where he/she is, and a new Sous knows the real hard work is yet to come. It is ...

Bougie Bites STL

Head Chef (Nights)

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$20/hr

Minimum 3+ years as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen * Culinary Expertise: Strong command of cooking techniques, industry trends, and kitchen operations

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Sous Chef

Creve Coeur, MO · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

Provides support to Executive Chef in all areas of responsibility * Manages back of house team members, operations, and food production for the restaurant and FIREBAR ® * Provides direction ...

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Sous Chef

Creve Coeur, MO

$46K - $63K/yr

Provides support to Executive Chef in all areas of responsibility * Manages back of house team members, operations, and food production for the restaurant and FIREBAR * Provides direction, discipline ...

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How much do executive chef chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive chef chef in Waterloo, IL is $80,474.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,200.00 and $91,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Chef Chef vs Sous Chef?

AspectExecutive Chef ChefSous Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, extensive experienceCulinary training, experience in kitchens
Work EnvironmentOversees entire kitchen operationsAssists Executive Chef, manages specific stations
Industry UsageLeadership role in restaurants and hotelsSecond-in-command, supports Executive Chef
Search & ComparisonOften searched together, but distinct rolesCommonly compared as second-in-command

The Executive Chef Chef is responsible for overall kitchen management, menu creation, and staff supervision, while the Sous Chef acts as the second-in-command, assisting the Executive Chef with daily operations. Both roles require culinary expertise, but the Executive Chef holds a higher leadership position with broader responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Executive Chef Chef job openings in Waterloo, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,474 per year, or $38.7 per hour.

Executive Sous Chef

Compass Group

Saint Louis, MO

$62K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

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Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,093 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

347th of 495 rated business services

Job description

 Salary: $62,000 - 80,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Relocation Assistance 

Location: St. Louis, MO

Schedule: Mostly day shifts 5:00am to 3:00pm, 7:00am to 5:00pm or 9:30am to 6:30pm; rotating weekends and holidays

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.

Job Summary

The Executive Sous Chef is based out of a 1400-Bed Level 1 Trauma Center. This position is responsible for day to day Culinary Operations including hot and cold production for around 900-patient beds on the South Campus, along with a large Retail Cafe Operation. This individual will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in 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.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensures that high quality food items are creatively prepared and presented in a cost effective manner
  • Assists in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation
  • Supports the management of cost controls and control expenditures for the account
  • Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams
  • Supervises around 20 associates per shift, to ensure the cleanliness, organization, and overall sanitation of the kitchen and pot/pan room
  • Motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house employees preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • B.S. Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management/or related field; or A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts with additional specialized training
  • Minimum of 4 years of relevant chef experience, preferably in acute care or another high volume setting
  • Must be experienced in standardized corporate recipes, plating standards and Food Code requirement.
  • Mastery of a wide variety of kitchen positions and stations
  • Ability to think on their feet, as well as create, produce, and serve on the fly
  • Knowledge of food cost and how it pertains to a kitchen, product and quality identification
  • Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
  • Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/written communication skills

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA

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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. 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. 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: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1540083

Morrison Healthcare 

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