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Brightview Senior Living, LLC

Executive Chef

Danvers, MA · On-site

$31.25 - $36/hr

Your years of experience as a talented Chef in a customer oriented, high-volume dining venue have ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...

Brightview Senior Living, LLC

Executive Chef

Canton, MA · On-site

$32.50 - $37.50/hr

Your years of experience as a talented Chef in a customer oriented, high-volume dining venue have ... It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of ...

Flight-Club-Darts

Executive Sous Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Support the Head Chef in maintaining kitchen equipment, cleanliness, and organization to uphold hygiene standards and efficiency Test & Learn: * Assist the Head Chef in developing and executing ...

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Omni Hotels & Resorts

Executive Sous Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

$95K - $110K/yr

The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for the management of all aspects of the culinary operation ... Test and evaluate products for quality, paying attention to yield, holding, market pricing and ...

STATE OF PLAY

Executive Sous Chef

Boston, MA

$75K - $85K/yr

Support the Head Chef in maintaining kitchen equipment, cleanliness, and organization to uphold hygiene standards and efficiency Test & Learn: * Assist the Head Chef in developing and executing ...

State Of Play

Executive Sous Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Support the Head Chef in maintaining kitchen equipment, cleanliness, and organization to uphold hygiene standards and efficiency Test & Learn: * Assist the Head Chef in developing and executing ...

Tufts University

Assistant Sous Chef

Medford, MA · On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

The Assistant Sous Chef is responsible for preparation and presentation of a variety of hot and ... Will assist to develop, test and produce new recipes to support Dining Operations. Will assist ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for test chef in Boston, MA is $26.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $33.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a test chef?

Test Chefs are culinary professionals who develop, test, and refine recipes for restaurants, food manufacturers, or culinary research and development teams. Their work involves experimenting with new ingredients, techniques, and presentation styles to create dishes that meet quality, taste, and safety standards. Test Chefs often collaborate closely with product developers, kitchen staff, or marketing teams to ensure new menu items or food products are consistent and appealing before they reach customers. They play a crucial role in innovation within the food industry, ensuring that recipes are both delicious and feasible to produce on a large scale.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a test chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Test Chef, you need strong culinary expertise, creativity in recipe development, and a background in food science or a related culinary qualification. Familiarity with kitchen testing equipment, recipe management software, and knowledge of food safety regulations are typically required. Attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for collaborating with product development teams and providing clear feedback. These skills ensure that recipes and products are consistently high-quality, innovative, and suitable for large-scale production.

How does a test chef typically collaborate with product development and quality assurance teams in a food manufacturing environment?

A Test Chef works closely with product development teams to create and refine recipes that meet market trends and company standards. They also partner with quality assurance teams to ensure that new products are both safe and consistent in taste, texture, and appearance when produced at scale. Effective communication and documentation are key, as a Test Chef must translate culinary concepts into processes that can be replicated in large-scale production while maintaining quality. Regular tastings, feedback sessions, and production trials are common collaborative activities in this role.

What is the difference between Test Chef vs QA Tester?

AspectTest ChefQA Tester
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary trainingQuality assurance certifications, testing courses
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurantsSoftware labs, testing environments
Industry UsageFood service, hospitalitySoftware, technology
Primary FocusCreating and testing recipes, menu developmentExecuting test cases, identifying bugs

While a Test Chef specializes in culinary testing and recipe development within the food industry, a QA Tester focuses on software quality assurance by testing applications for bugs and issues. Both roles require attention to detail and structured testing processes, but they operate in different industries and environments.

Test Chef jobs near you
Infographic showing various Test Chef job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,651 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Executive Chef

Danvers, MA • On-site

Brightview Senior Living, LLC
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees
Learn more about Brightview Senior Living, LLCexternal

$31.25 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Brightview Senior Living rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About Us: Overview:


Your culinary skills are so amazing that everyone asks you to cook for them...and we want you to come

cook with us!

ealthcare, Hospitality, ServSafe, Cook, Sous Chef, Kitchen, Restaurant, Foodservice, Food and Beverage

Responsibilities:
  • Design delectable menu items that are pleasing to the pallet.   
  • Create specialty items that differentiate each of our Dining venues and community events.
  • Share your talents - Inspire, train and coach your culinary team, promoting a positive team approach each day!
  • To preserve your masterpiece creations, keep a close eye on all food preparation including storage, and handling to ensure we are providing the freshest meals with all safety protocols in place (HACCP).
Salary range: USD $31.25 - USD $36.00 /Hr.
Compensation Disclosure:

The salary range mentioned above reflects the potential pay for this role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor does it include the value of our benefit program. Offers will consider factors like experience, qualifications, location, community size (if relevant), certifications/training, etc. Brightview regularly reviews and adjusts compensation ranges.


Qualifications:
  • Your years of experience as a talented Chef in a customer oriented, high-volume dining venue have taught you how to manage multiple priorities while producing an amazing product.
  • It brings you joy to see others enjoy your gourmet greatness!   
  • You have a natural ability to lead with 4+ years in a supervisory role!
  • You possess and maintain ServSafe Certification.
    Healthcare, Hospitality, ServSafe, Cook, Sous Chef, Kitchen, Restaurant, Foodservice, Food and Beverage
Why work at Brightview?:

Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference!

1. Dedicated to Excellence: We lead the industry with a passion for delivering top-notch services and groundbreaking care.

2. Embracing Community: Join a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes your professional growth, development and advancement.

3. Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our seniors, contributing to their joy and well-being every day.

4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, health, vision and dental insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs and many more benefits that prioritize your well-being.

5. A Place to Flourish: Embrace diversity, foster innovation, and access the tools and resources for personal and professional growth. Join our vibrant team at Brightview Senior Living and be valued as an integral part of our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Brightview, we believe that diversity of thought, experience, perspective, and backgrounds makes us stronger. We welcome and celebrate all that makes us unique and we choose not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to the specific requirements of a particular role. We are, by choice and without question, an equal opportunity employer.


For Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. 

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