Chef Jobs in Wayland, MA

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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Restaurant Chef

  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 4 hours ago

Assist the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine with special projects as assigned....

Restaurant Chef - Hilton Boston Park Plaza

  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

Specifically, a Chef de Cuisine would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Assist the Executive Chef in the direction and oversight of all culinary operations,...

Part Time Chef

  • Waltham, MA (5 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA (5 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials - work hard, play hard!...

Chef Director- Educational Dining

  • Malden, MA (16 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malden, MA (16 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Chef Director Essential Functions: Culinary Develop and implement age-appropriate, seasonal menus that align with nutritional guidelines and student preferences....

Chef (40 hrs. per wk. / 52 wks. per year)

  • Newton, MA (9 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newton, MA (9 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Supervision Received: Reports to Production (Kitchen) Manager; Executive Chef may also provide direction....

Chef (Full Time)

  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Location: Worcester State College We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. Address: 486 Chandler Street, Worcester, MA 01602. Note: online applications accepted only....

Chef (40 hrs. per wk. / 52 wks. per year) Boston College

  • Chestnut Hill, MA (10 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (10 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Supervision Received: Reports to Production (Kitchen) Manager; Executive Chef may also provide direction....

Judys Bay Chef

  • Cambridge, MA (11 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (11 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Were looking for a talented Chef (Sous Chef, CDC, Sushi Chef, Head Chef) to co-lead our kitchen and help take our systems, staff, and operations to the next level....

Chef

  • Hull, MA (24 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hull, MA (24 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 11 days ago

recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Restaurant Associates on a part time basis contracted to 32.5 hours per week....

Part Time Breakfast Chef

  • Weymouth, MA (23 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA (23 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials - work hard, play hard!...

Chef

  • Waltham, MA (5 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (5 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials - work hard, play hard!...

Banquet /Catering Chef - MERCK - Boston, MA

  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 17 days ago

Join our exceptional Culinary Team in Boston, MA As a Banquet/ Catering Chef at Merck in Boston, MA, you will oversee and actively participate in all aspects of food preparation, catering, quality assurance...

Apprentice Chef

  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 18 days ago

passionate and dedicated Apprentice Chef to join our culinary team at Noble House, Worcester....

Chef

  • Weymouth, MA (23 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA (23 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 21 days ago

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

Entry Level Cook, Boston Logan Airport

  • East Boston, MA (17 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • East Boston, MA (17 miles from Wayland, MA)
  • 24 days ago

As an Entry Level Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and chef specifications....

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