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Compass Group

SENIOR EXECUTIVE CHEF

Hartford, CT · On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Job Summary As the Sr. Executive Chef , you will lead culinary operations for an 867-bed hospital, overseeing production of approximately 2,400 patient meals daily through two kitchens, including a ...

Aramark

Senior Executive Chef

New York, NY · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroupHome - LifeWorks Restaurant Group The Senior Executive Chef is responsible for directly supervising kitchen personnel. This role will supervisor and ...

Compass Group

Senior Executive Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$88K - $98K/yr

Job Summary Working as a Senior Executive Chef will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself! The purpose of this job is to lead culinary operations in all areas of a unit ...

Compass Group

Senior Executive Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$88K - $98K/yr

Job Summary Working as a Senior Executive Chef will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself! The purpose of this job is to lead culinary operations in all areas of a unit ...

Aramark

Senior Executive Chef

Greenville, NC · On-site

$68K - $94K/yr

The Senior Executive Chef is responsible for directly supervising kitchen personnel. This role will supervisor and coordinate all related culinary activities. Job Responsibilities * Train and lead ...

Aramark Corporation

Senior Executive Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroup Home - LifeWorks Restaurant Group The Senior Executive Chef is responsible for directly supervising kitchen personnel. This role will supervisor and ...

Aramark

Senior Executive Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroupHome - LifeWorks Restaurant Group The Senior Executive Chef is responsible for directly supervising kitchen personnel. This role will supervisor and ...

Aramark

Senior Executive Chef

Greenville, NC · On-site

$63K - $88K/yr

The Senior Executive Chef is responsible for directly supervising kitchen personnel. This role will supervisor and coordinate all related culinary activities. Job Responsibilities * Train and lead ...

Aramark

Senior Executive Chef

Greenville, NC

$63K - $88K/yr

The Senior Executive Chef is responsible for directly supervising kitchen personnel. This role will supervisor and coordinate all related culinary activities. Job Responsibilities * Train and lead ...

Aramark

Senior Executive Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroupHome - LifeWorks Restaurant Group The Senior Executive Chef is responsible for directly supervising kitchen personnel. This role will supervisor and ...

Aramark

Senior Executive Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroupHome - LifeWorks Restaurant Group The Senior Executive Chef is responsible for directly supervising kitchen personnel. This role will supervisor and ...

Noble 33

Executive Chef

Miami, FL · On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

Under the general guidance of the Sr. Executive Chef the Executive Chef is responsible for the overall food quality of all food items, controls COGS, trains and oversees all back of house employees ...

Noble 33

Executive Chef

Miami, FL · On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

Under the general guidance of the Sr. Executive Chef the Executive Chef is responsible for the overall food quality of all food items, controls COGS, trains and oversees all back of house employees ...

Noble 33

Executive Chef

Miami, FL

$66K - $91K/yr

Under the general guidance of the Sr. Executive Chef the Executive Chef is responsible for the overallfood quality of all food items, controls COGS, trains and oversees all back of house employees ...

Compass Group

Sr Executive Chef

Sun City, AZ · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Sr Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works ...

Compass Group

Sr Executive Chef

Sun City, AZ · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Sr Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works ...

Compass Group

Sr Executive Chef

Sun City, AZ · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Sr Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior executive chef in the United States is $86,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Senior Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing the entire kitchen operation in a restaurant, hotel, or hospitality establishment. They manage menu creation, food quality, staff supervision, and kitchen budgets to ensure efficiency and excellence. Additionally, they work closely with suppliers, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintain high culinary standards. Their role requires strong leadership, creativity, and extensive culinary experience.

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To thrive as a Senior Executive Chef, you need expert culinary skills, extensive experience in kitchen management, and a degree from a culinary school or equivalent professional training. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and food safety certifications (such as ServSafe) is essential. Leadership, creativity, and strong interpersonal communication set top candidates apart in this role. These competencies ensure efficient kitchen operations, high standards of food quality, and cohesive staff collaboration in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

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Senior Executive Chefs often have the opportunity to advance into higher leadership roles, such as Culinary Director or Corporate Executive Chef, overseeing multiple locations or a wider culinary program. With demonstrated success in managing large teams and driving innovation, they may also transition into consulting, menu development for major brands, or roles in hospitality management. Many establish their own restaurants or catering businesses, leveraging their experience and reputation. Employers often support continuing education and exposure to new culinary trends, which further expands career possibilities within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Senior Executive Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,886 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

SENIOR EXECUTIVE CHEF

Compass Group

Hartford, CT • On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,099 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

351st of 500 rated business services

Job description

Salary: 105,000 - 120,000 / year based on experience
Other Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training
Pay Grade: 15
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
As the Sr. Executive Chef, you will lead culinary operations for an 867-bed hospital, overseeing production of approximately 2,400 patient meals daily through two kitchens, including a dedicated Orthopedic Institute kitchen. This role also oversees retail dining, catering services, and a team of approximately 50 associates. The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary leader with experience in high-volume healthcare or institutional food service environments.
Key Responsibilities
  • Direct patient dining, retail, and catering culinary operations.
  • Ensure food quality, recipe compliance, portion control, and production standards.
  • Lead, train, and develop a team of 50 culinary professionals.
  • Maintain food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards.
  • Manage inventory, food costs, waste reduction, and kitchen efficiency.
  • Partner with clinical and operational leaders to enhance patient and guest satisfaction.
  • Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications
  • 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in healthcare, hospitality, or institutional food service.
  • Experience managing high-volume meal production and complex food service operations.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, quality assurance, and cost controls.
  • Retail dining and catering experience preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and food service systems.
  • ServSafe certification preferred.

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: 1557734
Morrison Healthcare
AMY S MILLER
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