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Compass Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Willimantic, CT · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

The Executive Chef oversees menu development, food production, staff training, and operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with all healthcare and food safety guidelines. Location: 50-Bed ...

Compass Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Willimantic, CT · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

The Executive Chef oversees menu development, food production, staff training, and operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with all healthcare and food safety guidelines. Location: 50-Bed ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Hamden, CT · On-site

$25/hr

Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders. * Supervises hourly food service ... Opportunities for Training and Development * Retirement Plan * Associate Shopping Program * Health ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Hartford, CT · On-site

$34/hr

Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders. * Supervises hourly food service ... Opportunities for Training and Development * Retirement Plan * Associate Shopping Program * Health ...

Compass Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Willimantic, CT

$67K - $93K/yr

The Executive Chef oversees menu development, food production, staff training, and operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with all healthcare and food safety guidelines. Location: 50-Bed ...

Sodexo

Executive Chef 4

West Haven, CT · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Role Overview Executive Chef Opportunity: Lead Resident Dining Operations at a Premier University ... Lead all culinary operations for resident dining, including menu development, production, quality ...

Phoenix3 Collective

Executive Chef

Hamden, CT · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Manage food production through batch cooking, quality control, and timely meal service. Ensure ... Participate in required facility training, lead staff development, and support state and federal ...

Culinour

Executive Chef

Hamden, CT · On-site

$85K - $100K/hr

Manage food production through batch cooking, quality control, and timely meal service. Ensure ... Participate in required facility training, lead staff development, and support state and federal ...

ONTHEMARC Events

Executive Sous Chef

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Own a designated production station end-to-end: prep planning, production, pack out, and station ... R&D/testing, family meal, training/SOPs, inventory/pars, pack/labeling systems). * Define ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Hartford, CT

$34/hr

Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders. * Supervises hourly food service ... Opportunities for Training and Development * Retirement Plan * Associate Shopping Program * Health ...

Chartwells HE

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Hartford, CT · On-site

$34/hr

Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders. * Supervises hourly food service ... Opportunities for Training and Development * Retirement Plan * Associate Shopping Program * Health ...

ONTHEMARC Events

Executive Sous Chef

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Own a designated production station end-to-end: prep planning, production, pack out, and station ... R&D/testing, family meal, training/SOPs, inventory/pars, pack/labeling systems). * Define ...

Chartwells HE

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Hamden, CT · On-site

$25/hr

Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders. * Supervises hourly food service ... Opportunities for Training and Development * Retirement Plan * Associate Shopping Program * Health ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Hamden, CT

$25/hr

Ensures all deadlines are met based on production orders. * Supervises hourly food service ... Opportunities for Training and Development * Retirement Plan * Associate Shopping Program * Health ...

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How much do product development chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for product development chef in Connecticut is $120,801.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,900.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a product development chef do?

A Product Development Chef creates and tests new food products for restaurants, food manufacturers, or retail brands. They blend culinary creativity with market trends, ensuring products are innovative, scalable, and cost-effective. Their work involves recipe development, ingredient sourcing, and collaboration with food scientists and marketing teams. Ultimately, they help bring new and exciting food concepts from the kitchen to consumers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product development chef?

To excel as a Product Development Chef, you need extensive culinary expertise, menu innovation experience, and knowledge of food science or nutrition, often supported by a culinary degree or relevant certifications. Familiarity with recipe development software, product testing equipment, and compliance with food safety regulations like HACCP is valuable. Strong creativity, collaboration, and project management skills help you work effectively with cross-functional teams and adapt to market trends. These competencies are critical to creating successful new food products that align with business goals and consumer demands.

What does a typical day look like for a product development chef?

A Product Development Chef’s typical day involves collaborating with R&D, marketing, and production teams to brainstorm and refine new recipes or food products. You'll spend time in both the test kitchen, experimenting with ingredients and techniques, and in meetings to discuss market trends, feasibility, and scalability. The role often requires tasting, adjusting recipes, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and documenting formulations for commercialization. It’s a dynamic environment that combines creativity with technical precision, making each day varied and engaging.

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EXECUTIVE CHEF

Compass Group

Willimantic, CT • On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

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Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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Job description

 Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 / year based on experience

Other Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training 

Pay Grade: 12 

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafes to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation's largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Job Summary

The Executive Chef is responsible for leading all culinary operations within a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals that meet patient dietary needs, retail expectations, and regulatory standards. The Executive Chef oversees menu development, food production, staff training, and operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with all healthcare and food safety guidelines.

Location: 50-Bed Acute Care Hospital with Retail Cafe
Team Size: 19 FTEs

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality meal production for patients, staff, and retail services
  • Develop and execute regular and therapeutic menus in alignment with clinical guidelines, patient needs, and company standards
  • Train and mentor culinary team members on food preparation techniques, safety protocols, sanitation practices, and proper equipment use
  • Ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and local health regulations, including healthcare-specific sanitation and infection prevention standards
  • Establish and maintain cleaning, sanitation, and preventative maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workspaces
  • Manage food and supply inventory to control costs while maintaining appropriate stock levels to support uninterrupted service
  • Collaborate with clinical and nutrition teams to support patient satisfaction and dietary compliance
  • Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control to uphold high standards across patient and retail dining experiences
  • Support catering and special events within the hospital as needed
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational success
Qualifications
  • Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience preferred
  • 3-5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, ideally in healthcare or high-volume foodservice environments
  • Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets, food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance in a healthcare setting
  • Proven ability to manage food costs, inventory, and production while maintaining quality standards
  • Experience with high-volume, complex foodservice operations required; healthcare experience highly preferred
  • Catering experience is a plus
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and general computer applications
  • ServSafe certification strongly preferred
Key Attributes
  • Strong leadership and team development skills
  • Commitment to patient satisfaction and quality outcomes
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA

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Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits. 

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

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_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf

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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1541898

Morrison Healthcare 

AMY S MILLER 

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