Chef at Senior Living Facility

CHESTNUT GROVE ASSOCIATION INC; New Milford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

CHESTNUT GROVE ASSOCIATION INC in New Milford, CT is seeking a skilled Chef to oversee all culinary activities in our Independent Living facility for senior citizens. You will prepare up to 45 three-course meals per day, with a schedule of 35–45 hours per week, and you can set your own hours.

The role emphasizes creative menu development, food safety compliance, inventory management, and leadership in the kitchen. Dinner timing is weekdays 5:30 pm and weekends 12:30 pm, with holidays observed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years culinary experience.
• Proficiency in multiple cooking methods and kitchen equipment.
• Culinary school certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
• Shop for all food needed (delivery or store shopping)
• Create innovative menus with our part time cook
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations
• Monitor food inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food cost control

Menu development

Culinary expertise

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and creative Chef to join our team. This creative team will be responsible for overseeing all culinary activities in our Independent Living for Senior Citizen facility, ensuring high-quality dishes are served on time. The facility is looking for an individual who can prepare up to 45- 3 course meals per day. 35-45 hours per week.

In this position, you can make your own hours. Meals are served 363 days a year. Dinner is served promptly Monday through Friday at 5:30 pm and Saturday and Sunday at 12:30 pm. Meals are not served on Easter, Thanksgiving or Christmas. If you are passionate about food and have a flair for creating delicious and visually appealing dishes, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
• Shop for all food needed (Either food delivery or store shopping)
• Create innovative menus with our part time cook
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations
• Monitor food inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Understanding of food cost control and budget management
• Certification from a culinary school or degree in Culinary Arts is preferred, but not necessary

If you are a dynamic individual with a passion for culinary excellence and enjoys working for a wonderful population of senior citizens, please contact us.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience

• Culinary experience: 3 years (Required)
• Cooking: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute

• New Milford, CT 06776 (Preferred)

Compensation: $52,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year