Senior Living Chef: Creative Menus & Leadership

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

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.