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Sous Chef, Bethesda

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Chefs-In-Training look to you for guidance because you invest in their growth, lead during peak service, resolve guest concerns and serve as a vital resource on culinary & systems best practices.

DIG INN Chefs-In-Training

Sous Chef, Bethesda

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Chefs-In-Training look to you for guidance because you invest in their growth, lead during peak service, resolve guest concerns and serve as a vital resource on culinary & systems best practices.

the Chef Agency

Sous Chef

Washington, DC

$65K - $78K/yr

  • Retirement

MDV, 401k, A premier luxury hospitality group is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join its culinary team and support the execution of an upscale, chef-driven concept Qualifications: * 3+ years of ...

the Chef Agency

Chef De Cuisine

Washington, DC

$100K - $115K/yr

  • Retirement

MDV, 401k, relocation assistance, bonus up to 10% A premier luxury hospitality group is seeking a talented Chef de Cuisine to join its culinary team and support the execution of an upscale, chef ...

Chefs' Warehouse

Sales Associate

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About The Chefs' Warehouse The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty ...

Chefs' Warehouse

Fish Cutter

Jessup, MD · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About The Chefs' Warehouse The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty ...

Chefs' Warehouse

Inventory Control Clerk

Hanover, MD · On-site

$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About The Chefs' Warehouse The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty ...

Chefs' Warehouse

Transportation Supervisor

Hanover, MD · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About The Chefs' Warehouse The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty ...

Chefs' Warehouse

Delivery Driver CDL B

Hanover, MD · On-site

$52K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About The Chefs' Warehouse The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty ...

Chefs' Warehouse

Sales Associate- Capital Seaboard

Washington, DC · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Watch our "Day in the Life of a Sales Associate" video: click here The Chef's Warehouse is the preferred choice for foodservice professionals who demand the best, offering a curated selection of ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for chefs in Washington, DC is $23.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.22 and $25.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chefs vs Cooks?

AspectChefsCooks
CredentialsFormal culinary training, certifications often preferredLess formal training, on-the-job experience common
Work EnvironmentProfessional kitchens, restaurants, hotelsVaried settings including restaurants, cafeterias, catering
Job ResponsibilitiesMenu creation, kitchen management, high-level cookingFood preparation, basic cooking tasks
Industry UsageLeadership roles in culinary establishmentsSupport roles, assisting Chefs

Chefs typically have formal training and oversee kitchen operations, while Cooks focus on food preparation and support the culinary team. Both roles are essential in the food service industry, but Chefs usually hold higher responsibilities and require more credentials.

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Infographic showing various Chefs job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,050 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Production Sous Chef - Airline Catering

LSG Sky Chefs

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$60K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

LSG Group rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Posting Start Date: 8/10/26
Job Title: Production Sous Chef - Airline Catering
Job Location: Baltimore-USA-21240
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $60,000.00 - 72,000.00
About us
LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.
Role Purpose Statement
This culinary leader is responsible for the preparation of high quality airline meals in accordance with company standards, menu specifications and production schedules. He/she is also responsible for overseeing kitchen helpers in the preparation of meals, while meeting required safety, hygiene and quality standards.
Main Accountabilities
Food Production
  • Executes and supervises food production activities, e.g. proper cleaning, cutting, marinating, seasoning, cooking of food items etc.
  • Assumes responsibilities of Executive Chef when he/she not available ie. Vacation, off-days, menu presentation to customers, etc.
  • Supervise, coordinate and control kitchen helpers in food storage (e.g. maintaining tidiness, following the first in - first out principle)
  • Conducts, coordinates and supervises inventories
  • Monitors material consumption and orders required food and equipment on a daily basis to satisfy the daily production plan
  • Participates in the development of food products and menus as needed for menu presentations
  • Must be aware of content in catering manuals; conducts updates when necessary
  • Executes countermeasures in the production in case of customer complaints
  • Supports training of kitchen helpers

Quality
  • Maintains and monitors hygiene, health and safety standards and monitors that Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations are adhered to
  • Maintains and monitors quality, conducts quality control checks according to HACCP regulations
  • Conducts quality checks of goods received
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with recipe specifications

Leadership
  • Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
  • Guide, motivate and develop the subordinate employees within the Human Resources Policy
  • Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
  • Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
  • Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Global Quality Standard (GQS), HACCP, Lean Manufacturing

Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Three to five years of experience in commercial cooking or Apprenticeship or Certification from culinary school required
  • Knowledge of food and hygiene regulations (HACCP)
  • Understand and demonstrate concepts of financial controls (ex: keep food cost within budget, control stock levels while being cost conscious, minimize waste)
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Service orientation
  • Leadership skills
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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