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Contract Menu Development Jobs in Watertown, CT (NOW HIRING)

CulinArt Sector

CHEF MANAGER

New Haven, CT · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable * Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing ...

Compass Group

CHEF MANAGER

New Haven, CT · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable * Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing ...

Compass Group

CHEF MANAGER

New Haven, CT · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable * Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing ...

Compass Group

CHEF MANAGER

New Haven, CT

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable * Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing ...

Compass Group

CHEF MANAGER - NORTH HAVEN, CT

North Haven, CT · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable * Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing ...

Compass Group

CHEF MANAGER - NORTH HAVEN, CT

North Haven, CT

$80K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable * Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing ...

Eurest

CHEF MANAGER - NORTH HAVEN, CT

North Haven, CT · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable * Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing ...

Compass Group

CHEF MANAGER - NORTH HAVEN, CT

North Haven, CT · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable * Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef Hamden Hall Country Day School

Hamden, CT · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will assist with daily food production, menu development ... K-12, institutional, or contract dining preferred. * Strong catering experience and ability to lead ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef Hamden Hall Country Day School

Hamden, CT · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will assist with daily food production, menu development ... K-12, institutional, or contract dining preferred. * Strong catering experience and ability to lead ...

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How much do contract menu development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract menu development in Watertown, CT is $104,664.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,500.00 and $118,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Menu Development vs Contract Food Service Coordinator?

AspectContract Menu DevelopmentContract Food Service Coordinator
CredentialsRelevant culinary or nutrition certifications, experience in menu planningFood service management certifications, experience in operations
Work EnvironmentKitchen, culinary development settings, client sitesFood service operations, client facilities, administrative settings
Employer & IndustryFood service companies, catering, healthcare, educationSchool districts, healthcare facilities, corporate cafeterias
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on menu creation, culinary planningFocus on managing food service operations

Contract Menu Development primarily involves creating and designing menus tailored to client needs, requiring culinary expertise. In contrast, Contract Food Service Coordinators oversee daily food service operations, ensuring quality and compliance. Both roles are essential in the food industry but focus on different aspects of food service management.

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Infographic showing various Contract Menu Development job openings in Watertown, CT as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $104,664 per year, or $50.3 per hour.

CHEF MANAGER

CulinArt Sector

New Haven, CT • On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

 Salary:  $75000 - $80000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation:  

Pay Grade: 11 

CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions. 

Job Summary

Job Summary:

This is a Great Opportunity to join a great company. We are seeking a growth minded Chef Manager for our growing business. In this role you will be responsible for the success of both the culinary and food service operation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Full culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving
  • Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
  • Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products
  • Possesses a passion for sustainability

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Must have a working knowledge of HACCP
  • Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining setting, or restaurant with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
  • Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • Experience with exposition cooking needed
  • Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
  • ServSafe certified is a plus

Apply to CulinArt today!

CulinArt is a member of Compass Group USA

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Associates at CulinArt are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Culinart.pdf

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Req ID: 1545280

CulinArt Sector 

HILARIA KWAKUMEY 

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