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Chef at U.S. Navy

New Britain, CT, USA|Travel, Onsite
Temporary

Temporary

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Additionally, the United States Naval Community College (USNCC) offers degree

Additionally, the United States Naval Community College (USNCC) offers degree

programs, including a Naval Studies Certificate, that contribute toward an associate degree

programs, including a Naval Studies Certificate, that contribute toward an associate degree

These programs support professional development and educational advancement

These programs support professional development and educational advancement

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

HBG - Second Shift Baker at HOWLEY AND COMPANY

Waterbury, CT, USA|Travel
From $13.25 to $17.25

From $13.25 to $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Quarterly pay increase

Quarterly pay increase

Free Meals

Free Meals

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

401(k) match

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Milford CT) Salary Range $17.25 - $21.25/hr at ShopRite

Cromwell, CT, USA|Onsite
From $17.25 to $21.25

From $17.25 to $21.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Milford CT) Salary Range $17.25 - $21.25/hr at ShopRite

Hamden, CT, USA|Onsite
From $17.25 to $21.25

From $17.25 to $21.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Life insurance

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Kitchen Leader at Chipotle

Naugatuck, CT, USA|Onsite
From $18.20 to $20.26

From $18.20 to $20.26

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Line Cook at Eli's Brick Oven Pizza

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite
From $15.75 to $19.75

From $15.75 to $19.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Career-long training

Career-long training

development opportunities

development opportunities

top-notch benefits

top-notch benefits

collaborative work environment

collaborative work environment

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

ShopRite - Baker at ShopRite

New Britain, CT, USA|
From $13.00 to $16.75

From $13.00 to $16.75

Hourly

Hourly

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

retirement plans

retirement plans

Training and development programs

Training and development programs

Experienced Line Cook at Eli's On The Hill

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite
From $15.50 to $19.50

From $15.50 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

career training

career training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

HBG - Second Shift Baker at HOWLEY AND COMPANY

New Britain, CT, USA|Travel
From $13.00 to $17.00

From $13.00 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Quarterly performance-based pay increases

Quarterly performance-based pay increases

Free Meals on shifts

Free Meals on shifts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

401(k) with match

HBG - Second Shift Baker at HOWLEY AND COMPANY

New Britain, CT, USA|Travel
From $13.75 to $18.00

From $13.75 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Eligible for quarterly increase

Eligible for quarterly increase

Free Meals on shifts

Free Meals on shifts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

401k with match

HBG - Second Shift Baker at HOWLEY BREAD GROUP

New Britain, CT, USA|Travel
From $13.75 to $18.00

From $13.75 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

quarterly performance-based increases

quarterly performance-based increases

Free Meals on shifts

Free Meals on shifts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

401(k) with match

Baker II at Panera

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite
From $14.57 to $21.86

From $14.57 to $21.86

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Tips

Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Learn to live life coaching

Learn to live life coaching

401K with company match

401K with company match

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Milford CT) Salary Range $17.25 - $21.25/hr at ShopRite

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite
From $17.25 to $21.25

From $17.25 to $21.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Posted 2 months ago

Chef at U.S. Navy

New Britain, CT, USA|Travel, Onsite
Temporary

Temporary

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Additionally, the United States Naval Community College (USNCC) offers degree

Additionally, the United States Naval Community College (USNCC) offers degree

programs, including a Naval Studies Certificate, that contribute toward an associate degree

programs, including a Naval Studies Certificate, that contribute toward an associate degree

These programs support professional development and educational advancement

These programs support professional development and educational advancement

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Posted 2 months ago

HBG - Second Shift Baker at HOWLEY AND COMPANY

Waterbury, CT, USA|Travel
From $13.25 to $17.25

From $13.25 to $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Quarterly pay increase

Quarterly pay increase

Free Meals

Free Meals

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

401(k) match

Posted 2 months ago

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Milford CT) Salary Range $17.25 - $21.25/hr at ShopRite

Cromwell, CT, USA|Onsite
From $17.25 to $21.25

From $17.25 to $21.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Posted 3 months ago

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Milford CT) Salary Range $17.25 - $21.25/hr at ShopRite

Hamden, CT, USA|Onsite
From $17.25 to $21.25

From $17.25 to $21.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Life insurance

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Posted 3 months ago

Kitchen Leader at Chipotle

Naugatuck, CT, USA|Onsite
From $18.20 to $20.26

From $18.20 to $20.26

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Posted 18 days ago

Line Cook at Eli's Brick Oven Pizza

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite
From $15.75 to $19.75

From $15.75 to $19.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Career-long training

Career-long training

development opportunities

development opportunities

top-notch benefits

top-notch benefits

collaborative work environment

collaborative work environment

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

Posted 2 months ago

ShopRite - Baker at ShopRite

New Britain, CT, USA|
From $13.00 to $16.75

From $13.00 to $16.75

Hourly

Hourly

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

retirement plans

retirement plans

Training and development programs

Training and development programs

Posted 2 months ago

Experienced Line Cook at Eli's On The Hill

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite
From $15.50 to $19.50

From $15.50 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

career training

career training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Posted 2 months ago

HBG - Second Shift Baker at HOWLEY AND COMPANY

New Britain, CT, USA|Travel
From $13.00 to $17.00

From $13.00 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Quarterly performance-based pay increases

Quarterly performance-based pay increases

Free Meals on shifts

Free Meals on shifts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

401(k) with match

Posted 2 months ago

HBG - Second Shift Baker at HOWLEY AND COMPANY

New Britain, CT, USA|Travel
From $13.75 to $18.00

From $13.75 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Eligible for quarterly increase

Eligible for quarterly increase

Free Meals on shifts

Free Meals on shifts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

401k with match

Posted 2 months ago

HBG - Second Shift Baker at HOWLEY BREAD GROUP

New Britain, CT, USA|Travel
From $13.75 to $18.00

From $13.75 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

quarterly performance-based increases

quarterly performance-based increases

Free Meals on shifts

Free Meals on shifts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

401(k) with match

Posted 2 months ago

Baker II at Panera

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite
From $14.57 to $21.86

From $14.57 to $21.86

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Tips

Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Learn to live life coaching

Learn to live life coaching

401K with company match

401K with company match

Posted 2 months ago

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Milford CT) Salary Range $17.25 - $21.25/hr at ShopRite

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite
From $17.25 to $21.25

From $17.25 to $21.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

19 Entry Level Chef Jobs in Waterbury, CT - April 2026

Browse 19 entry level Chef jobs in Waterbury, CT. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Chef Jobs in Waterbury, CT

Employers in Waterbury, CT are actively hiring entry level Chef staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Chef Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Chef positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Chef Salary in Waterbury, CT

Entry level Chef pay in Waterbury, CT typically ranges from $25,000 per year to $55,000 per year, with average earnings near $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $25,000 per year
  • Average wage: $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour
  • Highest wage: $55,000 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Chef roles in Waterbury, CT using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

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  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Chef Jobs Are Common in Waterbury, CT

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Waterbury, CT create steady demand for entry level Chef positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Chef Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Chef roles in Waterbury, CT include:

    Chef Job Benefits and Perks in Waterbury, CT

    Many entry level Chef jobs in Waterbury, CT offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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