Chef de Cuisine Jobs in Massachusetts

A Chef de Cuisine, also known as a Head Chef or Executive Chef, is a crucial role in the culinary industry. They are responsible for overseeing the entire operation of the kitchen, including menu creation, food preparation, and staff management. They handle the hiring, training, and supervision of kitchen staff, ensure quality control of dishes, and maintain sanitary and safety standards. In addition to their leadership role, Chef de Cuisine also plays a significant part in the kitchen's financial aspect, such as managing budgets, controlling costs, and sourcing ingredients.

Being a Chef de Cuisine requires a blend of hard and soft skills. These include exceptional cooking skills, creativity, leadership, time management, and a deep understanding of various cooking techniques and cuisines. It's also crucial to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as they often need to interact with staff, suppliers, and sometimes, customers. In terms of education, a degree in culinary arts and certifications like Certified Executive Chef (CEC) from the American Culinary Federation are highly regarded. Before becoming a Chef de Cuisine, a person might hold roles such as a Sous Chef, Line Cook, or Kitchen Manager, where they gain experience in cooking and managing a kitchen.

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Kitchen Supervisor - Evenings

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 hours ago

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our missionfrom doctors, nurses, business people and...

Executive Chef

  • MA
  • 23 hours ago
  • MA
  • 23 hours ago

This position is suited to an individual with extensive experience leading fine dining kitchens previously as head chef or chef de cuisine....

Executive Chef

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago

Bon Appetit Position Title: Executive Chef Reports To: Manager of Operations Salary: $90,000 to $100,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are...

Executive Chef I

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by...

Executive Chef

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago

Position Title: Executive Chef Reports To: Manager of Operations Salary: $90,000 to $100,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to...

Executive Chef

  • MA
  • 2 days ago
  • MA
  • 2 days ago

MAX Ultimate Food is a premier, full-service high-end event catering company, known for delivering exquisite culinary experiences to an exclusive VIP client base across Boston and the Greater New...

Executive Chef

  • Westwood, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Westwood, MA
  • 6 days ago

Overview Benefits : Extensive and well-rounded training program Continued career development and growth opportunities Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels Multiple...

Chef Manager- Child Nutrition

  • Holyoke, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 6 days ago

Returning Users Log Back In Role Overview Sodexo School Food Services seeks an experienced Child Nutrition Chef Manager to support Holyoke Public Schools ( K-12) in Holyoke, MA. This year-round...

Executive Chef - Chase Sapphire Lounge

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

Role Overview Sodexo Live! supporting Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club is seeking a top-notch Executive Chef at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). Our airport lounges are dedicated spaces...

Executive Chef- Cambridge

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 6 days ago

Apply Description The Executive Chef must be able to cook different and delicious food items, while leading the kitchen staff team and managing the inventory of food and supplies for the week. The...

Executive Chef - Greater Boston

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Job Location : LSF Kendall Square LLC - Cambridge, MA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : Not Specified Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Any Job Category : Management...

Chef Manager

  • Lawrence, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA
  • 10 days ago

Who We Are: NEXDINE Hospitality's family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior...

Executive Chef

  • Brighton, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Brighton, MA
  • 10 days ago

Who We Are: NEXDINE Hospitality's family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior...

Chef / Head Chef

  • Falmouth, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Falmouth, MA
  • 11 days ago

Chef / Head Chef (Falmouth/Woodshole) image 1 of 1 87 water street compensation: Compensation Based on Experience & Qualifications employment type: job title: Head Chef Wonderful Unique...

Executive Chef 2

  • Springfield, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 11 days ago

Role Overview** **Do you strive to create amazing culinary experiences?** **Sodexo** is seeking **Executive Chefs** for various locations throughout the country to include Colorado, Connecticut,...

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Chef de Cuisine Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Chef de Cuisine Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chef de Cuisines in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
35.0%
Bachelor's Degree
26.1%
High School or GED
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
0.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chef de Cuisines in Massachusetts
4-6 years
39.3%
2-4 years
32.1%
1-2 years
10.7%
6-8 years
10.7%
10+ years
3.6%
8-10 years
3.6%


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