Chef Jobs in New Hampshire
Chef jobs in New Hampshire are concentrated in Manchester, Portsmouth, and the Lakes Region, where a mix of independent fine-dining restaurants, resort properties, and hospitality groups drive consistent demand from line cook to executive chef level. Employers such as Omni Mount Washington Resort, Black Bear Lodge, and Hanover Inn at Dartmouth maintain year-round kitchen staffing needs across New England cuisine, farm-to-table concepts, and banquet and catering operations. Competition is strongest for candidates with experience in scratch cooking, seasonal menu development, and high-volume service. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Whitsons Culinary Group is Hiring a Chef Manager!
Lead with Compassion and Purpose: Wentworth Senior Living (WSL) is partnering with Whitsons Culinary Group to find an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead our onsite dining services. While this position is employed by Whitsons, you'll work every day at WSL, leading the culinary team in providing exceptional dining experience for our residents.
Location: Portsmouth, NH. WSL is located steps from Portsmouth’s Market Square and Prescott Park, behind the Strawbery Banke Museum.
Job Summary: The Chef Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of the culinary department while serving as a hands-on member of the kitchen team. This position cooks approximately four (4) days per week and supervises food production, staff supervision, food safety, inventory management, and the delivery of exceptional dining experiences for the residents of WSL.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily kitchen operations to deliver healthy, high-quality meals to residents, staff, and visitors.
- Supervise and train culinary team members to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compassionate service.
- Design resident-centered menus that are nutritious, therapeutic, and compliant with dietary guidelines.
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, and inventory systems in accordance with healthcare and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with clinical dietitians and healthcare staff to meet diverse nutritional needs and enhance resident care.
- Manage production records, vendor relationships, and kitchen budgets.
- Foster a culture of dignity, teamwork, and excellence in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Requirements:
Education & Experience
- College or culinary degree preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of culinary management experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or a high-volume food service environment.
- Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate a culinary team.
- Strong hands-on culinary skills, including batch cooking and the preparation of therapeutic or modified diets.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations, production planning, inventory management, and kitchen operations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of food quality, customer service, and resident satisfaction.
- Commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences and enhancing the well-being of older adults.
- Completion of required safety training.
Licensure, Registration & Certification
- Current ServSafe Certification required.
- Foodservice Management Professional (FMP) certification preferred.
- OSHA Certification preferred but not required.
- Local food safety certification, if required by the jurisdiction of employment.
Computer Skills
- All Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Ability to learn new software programs.
Whitsons Culinary Group compensates their staff with competitive salaries and many other benefits.
Hours: This is a full-time position working five (5) days per week. The schedule will vary based on operational needs, with typical shifts of 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM or 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.
Rate: $65,000–$70,000 annually
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Predictable schedule with limited evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Comprehensive benefits package through Whitsons, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Paid time off and ongoing professional development.
- The opportunity to lead a culinary team and enhance the dining experience for residents in a welcoming senior living community.
About Whitsons: At Whitsons, we believe nourishing food plays a vital role in recovery and well-being. As a Chef Manager in healthcare, you’ll bring culinary care to the front lines—serving meals that support treatment, comfort patients, and fuel caregivers. You won’t just manage a kitchen—you’ll lead a team that brings heart to healthcare.
About WSL: WSL is a nonprofit assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of historic Portsmouth, NH. Established in 1911, we continue to provide exceptional, personalized care and support to our residents and local seniors.
As an independent nonprofit, we can adapt quickly to the evolving needs of those we serve. We are dedicated to supporting seniors’ health, independence, relationships, and interests—ensuring they remain fully engaged and living richer, more meaningful lives. To learn more about WSL, please visit, https://wentworthseniorliving.org.
Whitsons Culinary Group is Hiring a Chef Manager!
Lead with Compassion and Purpose: Wentworth Senior Living (WSL) is partnering with Whitsons Culinary Group to find an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead our onsite dining services. While this position is employed by Whitsons, you'll work every day at WSL, leading the culinary team in providing exceptional dining experience for our residents.
Location: Portsmouth, NH. WSL is located steps from Portsmouth’s Market Square and Prescott Park, behind the Strawbery Banke Museum.
Job Summary: The Chef Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of the culinary department while serving as a hands-on member of the kitchen team. This position cooks approximately four (4) days per week and supervises food production, staff supervision, food safety, inventory management, and the delivery of exceptional dining experiences for the residents of WSL.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily kitchen operations to deliver healthy, high-quality meals to residents, staff, and visitors.
- Supervise and train culinary team members to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compassionate service.
- Design resident-centered menus that are nutritious, therapeutic, and compliant with dietary guidelines.
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, and inventory systems in accordance with healthcare and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with clinical dietitians and healthcare staff to meet diverse nutritional needs and enhance resident care.
- Manage production records, vendor relationships, and kitchen budgets.
- Foster a culture of dignity, teamwork, and excellence in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Requirements:
Education & Experience
- College or culinary degree preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of culinary management experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or a high-volume food service environment.
- Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate a culinary team.
- Strong hands-on culinary skills, including batch cooking and the preparation of therapeutic or modified diets.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations, production planning, inventory management, and kitchen operations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of food quality, customer service, and resident satisfaction.
- Commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences and enhancing the well-being of older adults.
- Completion of required safety training.
Licensure, Registration & Certification
- Current ServSafe Certification required.
- Foodservice Management Professional (FMP) certification preferred.
- OSHA Certification preferred but not required.
- Local food safety certification, if required by the jurisdiction of employment.
Computer Skills
- All Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Ability to learn new software programs.
Whitsons Culinary Group compensates their staff with competitive salaries and many other benefits.
Hours: This is a full-time position working five (5) days per week. The schedule will vary based on operational needs, with typical shifts of 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM or 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.
Rate: $65,000–$70,000 annually
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Predictable schedule with limited evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Comprehensive benefits package through Whitsons, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Paid time off and ongoing professional development.
- The opportunity to lead a culinary team and enhance the dining experience for residents in a welcoming senior living community.
About Whitsons: At Whitsons, we believe nourishing food plays a vital role in recovery and well-being. As a Chef Manager in healthcare, you’ll bring culinary care to the front lines—serving meals that support treatment, comfort patients, and fuel caregivers. You won’t just manage a kitchen—you’ll lead a team that brings heart to healthcare.
About WSL: WSL is a nonprofit assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of historic Portsmouth, NH. Established in 1911, we continue to provide exceptional, personalized care and support to our residents and local seniors.
As an independent nonprofit, we can adapt quickly to the evolving needs of those we serve. We are dedicated to supporting seniors’ health, independence, relationships, and interests—ensuring they remain fully engaged and living richer, more meaningful lives. To learn more about WSL, please visit, https://wentworthseniorliving.org.
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What New Hampshire Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chef jobs across New Hampshire.
- Minimum two years of professional kitchen experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting
- Demonstrated knowledge of food safety and ServSafe certification or equivalent
- Ability to execute a full menu independently under high-volume service conditions
- Experience with scratch cooking, seasonal ingredients, and local sourcing practices
- Proficiency in ordering, inventory management, and controlling food costs
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as standard in New Hampshire hospitality
Chef Jobs in New Hampshire: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a chef in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire does not require a state-issued culinary license for chefs, but food handlers working in commercial kitchens must hold a valid food protection manager certification such as ServSafe, recognized by the New Hampshire Division of Public Health. Most employers expect candidates to complete a culinary program at a community college such as Manchester Community College or gain equivalent experience through progressively responsible kitchen roles, starting as a line cook or prep cook and advancing through brigade ranks.
Which companies hire chefs in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire chef roles are posted by Pyramid Global Hospitality, The Common Man, and FISD and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Resort properties in the White Mountains and the Lakes Region, along with Portsmouth's growing independent restaurant scene, are among the most active employer categories in the state.
Which New Hampshire cities have the most chef jobs?
Nashua, Hanover, and Concord have the most chef openings in New Hampshire. Manchester anchors the state's largest food and hospitality market, Portsmouth draws demand from its established restaurant district and seasonal tourism, and resort-heavy areas such as Lincoln and Laconia generate consistent volume from properties that operate year-round banquet and dining programs.
Are there remote chef jobs in New Hampshire?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of chef openings tied to New Hampshire are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of kitchen work. The small share of remote opportunities tends to involve culinary consulting, menu development, or food writing rather than production cooking.
How can I get hired as a chef in New Hampshire with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying as a prep cook or dishwasher at a resort, hotel, or high-volume restaurant and moving into line cook roles once kitchen skills are demonstrated. Properties such as Omni Mount Washington Resort and ski-area lodges in the White Mountains routinely hire seasonal kitchen staff without extensive credentials. Completing a culinary certificate at Manchester Community College and earning a ServSafe food protection manager certification gives candidates a meaningful edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to chef jobs in New Hampshire?
You can find and apply to chef jobs in New Hampshire on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and kitchen specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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