EXECUTIVE CHEF ACCOUNT DIRECTOR

Job description

CCL Hospitality Group

**Position Title: Executive Chef/Account Director**

**Salary: $75,000 - $85,000**

**Other Forms of Compensation:** $2,500 Sign on Bonus + Relocation assistance

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY

Driven by our passion in the pursuit of hospitality and culinary excellence, Morrison Living has built community through dining experiences for over a century.

Embedded in our culture, we deliver exceptional service and aim to be the best part of someone’s day.

The commitment of our team members to these core principles makes us an industry leader and an employer of choice for hospitality professionals.

Everything we do means more when it’s served with care.

The exceptional care and culinary artistry of our team members is nurtured by training, developing, and recognizing our greatest asset – our people.

This approach makes the Morrison Living difference.

Join us and discover how we build community one meal at a time.

**Job Summary**

The Executive Chef – Account Director is both the heart and the helm of the community’s dining program — a hands-on culinary professional who leads from the kitchen while guiding overall account success.

This individual is responsible for creating exceptional dining experiences while managing client relationships, financial results, and operational excellence.

As the working chef, this leader brings creativity, discipline, and inspiration to every meal, every day.

**Culinary Leadership**

+ Work daily as the lead chef, cooking alongside your team and setting the standard for quality, creativity, and service.
+ Develop and execute menus that highlight seasonal ingredients, local flavors, and the preferences of our residents.
+ Ensure excellence in taste, presentation, and nutrition through hands-on involvement in preparation and plating.
+ Model culinary craftsmanship and mentor kitchen staff through daily engagement, training, and coaching.
+ Maintain rigorous standards for sanitation, food safety, and workplace organization consistent with Compass Group and Department of Health guidelines.
+ Champion innovation in the kitchen, introducing new techniques and fostering a culture of pride and professionalism.

**Client and Resident Experience**

+ Serve as the primary liaison between Compass Community Living and the client, ensuring alignment with resident and client expectations.
+ Build strong relationships within the community through visibility, responsiveness, and genuine hospitality.
+ Actively engage with residents and guests to understand their preferences and continuously elevate the dining experience.
+ Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and integrity in all interactions while representing Compass Group’s values.

**Business and Financial Management**

+ Manage all financial aspects of the dining operation, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
+ Analyze financial reports and implement strategies to meet or exceed budgeted goals for food cost, labor, and revenue.
+ Ensure purchasing and inventory practices maximize quality and efficiency while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
+ Balance culinary excellence with sound business decisions to sustain growth and client satisfaction.

**Strategic and Operational Excellence**

+ Oversee daily operations to ensure compliance with health, safety, and Compass Group standards.
+ Collaborate with corporate and client partners to align culinary vision with operational objectives.
+ Demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and ownership in managing challenges and driving results.

**Qualifications**

+ Culinary degree from an accredited institution required.
+ Minimum 5–7 years of progressive culinary and foodservice management experience.
+ Proven success managing contract food service operations; Senior Living experience preferred.
+ Strong leadership presence with exceptional culinary, financial, and communication skills.
+ ServSafe® certification required.

**Preferred Experience**

+ Background in Senior Living or healthcare dining environments.
+ Experience in high-volume, contract-managed operations.

**_Demonstrated success in client relations and resident satisfaction._**

**Job Summary**

**Apply to Morrison Living today!**

_Morrison Living is a member of Compass Group USA_

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

**Associates at Morrison Living 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)

**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.**

**Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.**

**Morrison Living maintains a drug-free workplace.**

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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonLiving.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

**Req ID:** 1475594

CCL Hospitality Group

JON DAVIS

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