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Nursing Home Chef Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

Sous Chef StoryPoint Valparaiso As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive ... nursing. Through forming authentic connections and committing to creating the absolute best ...

Dietary Aide

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Reports any discrepancies in his/her area to executive chef. * Delivers and retrieves food carts to ... nursing. Through forming authentic connections and committing to creating the absolute best ...

Lead Cook

Franklin, IN

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Side-by-side training with Executive Chef * Prepares appealing meals * Works cooperatively in a ... nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and ...

Lead Cook

Franklin, IN

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Side-by-side training with Executive Chef * Prepares appealing meals * Works cooperatively in a ... nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and ...

Lead Cook

Shelbyville, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

Side-by-side training with Executive Chef * Prepares appealing meals * Works cooperatively in a ... nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and ...

Lead Cook

Franklin, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Side-by-side training with Executive Chef * Prepares appealing meals * Works cooperatively in a ... nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and ...

Lead Cook

Edinburgh, IN

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Side-by-side training with Executive Chef * Prepares appealing meals * Works cooperatively in a ... nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and ...

Lead Cook

Franklin, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Side-by-side training with Executive Chef * Prepares appealing meals * Works cooperatively in a ... nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and ...

Lead Cook

Franklin, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Side-by-side training with Executive Chef * Prepares appealing meals * Works cooperatively in a ... nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and ...

Lead Cook

Greenwood, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Side-by-side training with Executive Chef * Prepares appealing meals * Works cooperatively in a ... nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Apply today and ...

Microbiology Tutor

Bloomington, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

All from the comfort of your home. Why Join Our Platform? * Earn incrementally higher pay for each ... Koch postulates. Adapts instruction using microscopy images, case-based clinical scenarios, and ...

All from the comfort of your home. Why Join Our Platform? * Earn incrementally higher pay for each ... Koch postulates. Adapts instruction using microscopy images, case-based clinical scenarios, and ...

Microbiology Tutor

Valparaiso, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

All from the comfort of your home. Why Join Our Platform? * Earn incrementally higher pay for each ... Koch postulates. Adapts instruction using microscopy images, case-based clinical scenarios, and ...

Microbiology Tutor

Fort Wayne, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

All from the comfort of your home. Why Join Our Platform? * Earn incrementally higher pay for each ... Koch postulates. Adapts instruction using microscopy images, case-based clinical scenarios, and ...

All from the comfort of your home. Why Join Our Platform? * Earn incrementally higher pay for each ... Koch postulates. Adapts instruction using microscopy images, case-based clinical scenarios, and ...

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How much do nursing home chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for nursing home chef in Indiana is $23.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.01 and $29.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nursing home chef?

A Nursing Home Chef is responsible for preparing nutritious and appetizing meals for residents in a nursing home or senior care facility. They ensure meals meet dietary restrictions, health regulations, and individual preferences. Duties include menu planning, food preparation, kitchen safety, and maintaining cleanliness. The chef collaborates with dietitians and healthcare staff to ensure residents receive balanced meals that support their well-being.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a nursing home chef?

A Nursing Home Chef is responsible for preparing and serving meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of residents, many of whom may have specialized needs such as diabetic or low-sodium diets. The role involves planning menus, ordering ingredients, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Chefs often collaborate closely with dietitians, nursing staff, and kitchen aides to provide high-quality meals tailored to individual resident needs. Additionally, they may oversee food preparation staff and help coordinate meal service times to create a pleasant dining experience for residents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the nursing home chef position, and why are they important?

A Nursing Home Chef should possess strong culinary skills, knowledge of nutrition—especially for elderly populations—and experience in menu planning, often backed by a culinary degree or relevant food safety certifications such as ServSafe. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and compliance with health regulations is essential. Excellent communication, patience, and organizational skills help chefs work effectively with kitchen staff and accommodate residents' needs. These abilities ensure that meals are both nutritious and appealing while maintaining safety, consistency, and satisfaction in a healthcare setting.

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Sous Chef

Valparaiso, IN • On-site

Laurus Home Care
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees

$49K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Sous Chef

StoryPoint Valparaiso

As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in successfully managing all aspects of the culinary and dining department.

Required Experience

  • Fine dining experience required
  • Working towards Sous Chef Certification or comparable work experience
  • Must demonstrate proven leadership abilities, strong organization, and time management skills

Primary Responsibilities

  • Assist Executive Chef in hiring, coaching, and performance management for culinary operations
  • Directly supervises all culinary staff
  • Assist Executive Chef in managing and training culinary and dining personnel
  • Supervises culinary staff regarding product quality, portion, cost controls, scheduling, and staffing
  • Responsible for quality of food served by tasting items and plate presentation
  • Assists with menu planning and development and ordering of food supplies
  • Prepare and cook meals to order
  • Responsible for managing the culinary department in absence of the Executive Chef
  • Assist Cooks as needed
  • When necessary, steps in to assist during emergencies or rush periods
  • Achieve 100% resident satisfaction through plate presentation and taste
  • Circulate all dining rooms during meal times daily for resident feedback
  • Supports the mission, values, and vision of Senior Village Management

Connecting Seniors, Families and Communities

For over 37 years, our senior living communities have served seniors and their families across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, and Tennessee, with each location offering unique services including independent, enhanced, and assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming authentic connections and committing to creating the absolute best experiences each day for our residents and their families, weve created a special culture within our communities that allows our employees to do their best work and our residents to shine every day.

Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional moment. This philosophy is supported by our 6 powerful, yet simple pillars: Dream Big, Have Courage, Take Initiative, Be Accountable, Give Back & Enjoy it. We strive to fulfill the aspirational yet unattainable goal of creating the absolute best experience with every person, in every interaction, every minute of every day.

It begins with empowering our employees. Every employee, at every level of the company, is expected to perform like a leader. Everyone is encouraged and expected to put the needs of each other above everything else. No one here just does their job The mission is to create the absolute best experiences. This emphasis on putting people first has helped us successfully grow for the right reasons.

We have developed an environment that attracts dreamers, adventurers, creators, givers and believers to seek career opportunities with us. We find people who believe that true happiness is only found in the service of others. We want high-performers with diverse skill-sets and big hearts. We treat each other as family and find that close collaboration creates the biggest ideas.

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This classification description is intended to indicate the general kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that are required of positions given this title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under her/his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

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