Chef Jobs in Connecticut

A Chef is a culinary expert who prepares and cooks a variety of dishes, from simple to complex, in a professional setting such as a restaurant, hotel, or private establishment. They are responsible for creating menus, ensuring the freshness of ingredients, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. Chefs also manage the budget for food and kitchen supplies, negotiate supplier contracts, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Their role is pivotal in providing an excellent dining experience to customers, thereby contributing significantly to the Chef industry.

A Chef should possess key skills such as creativity, culinary expertise, leadership, time management, and communication. Having a profound understanding of various cooking techniques and food presentation is paramount. They should also be adept at multitasking, as they often handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, being ServSafe certified and having a degree in Culinary Arts or a related field is preferred. Prior to becoming a Chef, a person may have roles such as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager, to gain valuable experience and learn the intricacies of the industry.

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Contract Chef to cover Medical Absence

  • Branford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Branford, CT
  • 3 days ago

Interim Chef de Cuisine Little Riggs Branford, CT Seeking Chef to cover 30-45 day medical leave....

Chef

  • Colchester, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • Colchester, CT
  • 10 days ago

\'re currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Healthcare on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week....

Day- of Chef wanted!

  • Bristol, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Bristol, CT
  • 13 days ago

However, I'm also a trained former chef/ current pastry chef and I have always dreamed of doing my food myself for my wedding. I know, one of THOSE brides....

Chef

  • Meriden, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 14 days ago

Takes full shift responsibility for the catering operation (in the absence of the Head Chef)....

Chef

  • New Haven, CT
  • 19 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 19 days ago

Chef (East Haven) The Beachside compensation: very competitive employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Saute'/Grill Cook Seeking an experienced saute cook for a restaurant located...

Short Order Breakfast Chef-Experienced

  • New Haven, CT
  • 19 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 19 days ago

Chef Job Overview Bella's Cafe is a lively brunch spot known for serving delicious breakfast and Brunch all day....

Chef - Buckingham Heights

  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 20 days ago
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 20 days ago

Buckingham Heights is hiring a full-time Chef/Cook, and we are hungry for your culinary skills! No long nights in the kitchen!...

Chef (Full Time)

  • Fairfield, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 22 days ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. Location: Unidine Silver Hill - 208 Valley Road, Fairfield, CT 06825. Schedule: Full time schedule....

Chef (Full Time)

  • Fairfield, CT
  • 23 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 23 days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. Location : Unidine Silver Hill - 208 Valley Road, Fairfield, CT 06825. Schedule : Full time schedule....

Area Chef - Sportsbook

  • Uncasville, CT
  • 23 days ago
  • Uncasville, CT
  • 23 days ago

POSSIBILITIES IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITE Position Summary: This position assists the Chef...

Restaurant Chef - Bazille - Sono Collection

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 24 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 24 days ago

As a chef on our Restaurant team, youll play a dual role part kitchen genius, part artist....

Chef

  • Enfield, CT
  • 25 days ago
  • Enfield, CT
  • 25 days ago

Line Chef \"Better Careers for Everyone!\" 12.50-13 per hour, depending on experience and skill level - plus tronc!...

POSITION 1: PRIVATE CHEF TO PRINCIPAL We are looking for a Chef who can turn their hand to a variety of cuisines from European to sushi and everything in between....

Chef - Windsor Locks, CT

  • Windsor Locks, CT
  • 28 days ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT
  • 28 days ago

About Us: Spare Time is more than just a Family Entertainment Center; it's a dining experience that has stood the test of time. Nestled within our sprawling complex of entertainment wonders –...

Preschool Chef

  • Wilton, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilton, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Cooks at The Learning Experience are ambassadors of happiness, creating opportunities every day that reflect our mission to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and...

Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Travel cakes Master chef series by chef Lim, our in-house executive Pastry are something which does not need too much or a storage and great stuff for picnic and partiesThis program will cover 8...
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One of the things to consider when using Chef is what kind of installation you need. Chef architecture planning is important as details need to be thought of and planned for early. Through this...
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