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BETHESDA GROUP

Chef - Part Time Evenings

Omaha, NE · On-site

$17.25/hr

Chef/Cook - Part Time Evening Shift We are seeking a Chef/Cook dedicated to meeting the dining ... of performance. * Ensures adequate daily coverage for meal service by communicating with the ...

BETHESDA GROUP

Chef - Part Time Evenings

Omaha, NE · On-site

$17.25/hr

Chef/Cook - Part Time Evening Shift We are seeking a Chef/Cook dedicated to meeting the dining ... of performance. * Ensures adequate daily coverage for meal service by communicating with the ...

Arbor-Day-Farm-1

Executive Chef

Nebraska City, NE · On-site

$70 - $110/hr

Join Arbor Day Farm as our Executive Chef and use your creativity, leadership, and culinary ... inventory, budgeting, and performance goals.A leadership approach centered on coaching ...

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Arbor Day Foundation

Executive Chef

Nebraska City, NE

$64K - $88K/yr

Join Arbor Day Farm as our Executive Chef and use your creativity, leadership, and culinary ... performance goals. * A leadership approach centered on coaching, accountability, recognition, and ...

Arbor Day Foundation

Executive Chef

Nebraska City, NE · On-site

$64K - $88K/yr

Join Arbor Day Farm as our Executive Chef and use your creativity, leadership, and culinary ... performance goals. * A leadership approach centered on coaching, accountability, recognition, and ...

Arbor Day Foundation

Executive Chef

Nebraska City, NE · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Join Arbor Day Farm as our Executive Chef and use your creativity, leadership, and culinary ... performance goals. * A leadership approach centered on coaching, accountability, recognition, and ...

Koch Industries

Plant Operator

Beatrice, NE · On-site

Who We Are As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings ...

Sodexo

Executive Chef 3

Omaha, NE

$74K - $96K/yr

The Executive Chef will manage retail and catering culinary operations for this teaching hospital ... for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved ...

Sodexo

Executive Chef 3

Omaha, NE · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

The Executive Chef will manage retail and catering culinary operations for this teaching hospital ... for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved ...

Sodexo

Executive Chef 3

Omaha, NE · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

The Executive Chef will manage retail and catering culinary operations for this teaching hospital ... for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved ...

Sodexo

Executive Chef 3

Omaha, NE

$74K - $96K/yr

The Executive Chef will manage retail and catering culinary operations for this teaching hospital ... for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved ...

Hilton Garden Inn

Traveling Chef

Omaha, NE · On-site

Discounts at all Kinseth Hotel Corporation hotels and restaurants TRAVELING CHEFS needed to travel ... These policies include dress code, safety, and performance standards. Employees must also maintain ...

Kinseth Hospitality

Traveling Chef

Omaha, NE · On-site

Discounts at all Kinseth Hotel Corporation hotels and restaurants TRAVELING CHEFS needed to travel ... These policies include dress code, safety, and performance standards. Employees must also maintain ...

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How much do performance chef jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for performance chef in Nebraska is $94,895.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,400.00 and $120,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a performance chef?

A Performance Chef specializes in creating meals that optimize athletic performance, recovery, and overall health. They work closely with sports teams, individual athletes, or organizations to design nutritionally balanced menus tailored to specific training and competition needs. Their role involves sourcing quality ingredients, meal planning, and adjusting recipes based on dietary goals. They collaborate with nutritionists, coaches, and medical staff to ensure meals align with performance objectives.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a performance chef?

As a Performance Chef, your daily responsibilities often include designing menus that meet the specific nutritional requirements of athletes or high-performance clients, preparing balanced meals, and managing ingredient sourcing to ensure freshness and quality. You'll collaborate closely with nutritionists, trainers, and sometimes medical staff to adapt recipes and meal schedules to individual or team goals. In addition to cooking, tasks may involve monitoring food safety, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and keeping detailed records for dietary tracking. The pace can be fast and routines may change based on training or competition schedules, making flexibility and attention to detail especially important. Working as a Performance Chef is both challenging and rewarding, as you directly contribute to the health and success of your clients.

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

To thrive as a Performance Chef, you need a deep understanding of nutrition, advanced culinary techniques, and experience in meal planning tailored to athletic or high-performance clients, often supported by culinary or nutrition certifications. Familiarity with specialized kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and sometimes certifications like ServSafe or nutrition-focused credentials add value. Strong communication, adaptability, and organizational skills help you succeed in high-pressure, team-centric environments. These abilities are vital for delivering precise, nutritious meals that align with performance goals and client needs while working efficiently with multidisciplinary teams.

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Infographic showing various Performance Chef job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,895 per year, or $45.6 per hour.

Chef - Part Time Evenings

Bethesda Senior Living Communities

Omaha, NE • On-site

$17.25/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Chef/Cook - Part Time
Evening Shift
We are seeking a Chef/Cook dedicated to meeting the dining needs of the residents we serve. If you are passionate about creating delightful culinary experiences and have a heart for serving the senior community, we would love to hear from you!
Oversees all functions of meal preparation and prepares meals that are nutritious, tasty, and presented professionally.
Benefits Include:
  • Medical Insurance - HDHP or PPO (Full-time employees only)
  • Vision/Dental/Life Insurance (Full-time employees only)
  • Health Savings Account with Company Match (Full-time employees only)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Company matching 403(b) Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • Personal, Sick and Holidays
  • Paid Volunteer Program
  • Total Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Wages on Demand

These benefits may be reduced depending on FT, PT, PRN or temporary job status. To receive certain benefits, eligible employees may be required to meet participation requirements and pay required premiums and other contributions.
Bethesda Senior Living Communities reserves the right to pay a wage/salary that is lower or higher than the above posted compensation range.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Cooks meals according to established recipes and menus.
  • Assists Culinary Services Director in creating menus that meet the residents' nutritional needs and accommodates residents' food preferences.
  • Presents meals that are pleasing to the eye and palate.
  • Sets up kitchen and preps according to each day's menu, preps for next day.
  • Cleans dishes, floors, walls and kitchen equipment maintaining sanitary guidelines according to community's policies and procedures.
  • Maintains an organized, clean, and safe storeroom, coolers, and kitchen.
  • Assists in planning and cooking of special meals..
  • Maintains proper temperatures of steam table, dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer.
  • Maintains confidentiality of residents' personal information in and out of the community and protects and supports residents' rights.
  • Maintains a professional appearance by wearing clean, pressed uniform and a demeanor that encourages a positive nurturing environment for the residents, families, vendors, and guests.
  • Maintains a positive customer service environment and practices honesty and integrity in all aspects of performance.
  • Ensures adequate daily coverage for meal service by communicating with the Culinary Services Director and/or Host/Hostess, to include taking resident orders for meals, providing drink refills according to residents' / guests' requests, assists with the cleaning, resetting and preparation of the dining room in-between mealtimes.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job
There are no managerial duties for this position.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Knowledge of menu planning for geriatric residents.
  • Excellent cooking and baking skills.
  • Knowledge of restricted diets such as diabetic, low fat, salt free, liquid, etc.
  • Interpersonal skills to communicate with residents and staff.
  • Must show compassion and genuinely care for the elderly.
  • Must be knowledgeable of the location of the MSDS sheets on hazardous materials and able to understand the guidelines.
  • Must be able to work independently and prioritize workload as emergencies arise.
  • Must be able to expand recipes
  • Demonstrates a SERVANT heart and attitude by following our Mission Statement.

Education/Experience: Must possess education that provides skills to read, comprehend, and follow recipes and procedures. High school graduate or equivalent. Culinary training preferred. Has appropriate health certification as required by local state and federal health departments.
Working Environment/Physical Requirements: Work environment is a restaurant style kitchen containing heat, steam, and cold temperatures. Duties and activities are fast paced, following strict scheduled time frames. Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally and perform full range reaching abilities. Must be able to read and follow directions and recipes. Position requires stirring, sifting, cutting, slicing, reaching, bending, standing for long periods of time, and ambulating from kitchen to dining room carrying trays, plates, silverware, and accessories.

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