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Provider Contract Food Service

Jr. Sous Chef

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

About Us: Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality ... Summary A Jr. Sous Chef assumes the responsibilities and duties of Sous Chef. Liaison between front ...

PROVIDER CONTRACT FOOD SERVICE

Jr. Sous Chef

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

About Us: Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality ... Summary A Jr. Sous Chef assumes the responsibilities and duties of Sous Chef. Liaison between front ...

KitchFix

Sous Chef

Goodyear, AZ · On-site

$55K/yr

KitchFix is a chef-driven organization that seeks to provide best-in-class hospitality through ... Our operations include contract dining for performance-focused operations in 8 states and a ...

Princess Cruises

$18 - $22.75/hr

Additionally, they assist in training and orientation for new-to-vessel or first-contract pastry staff as directed by the Executive Pastry & Bakery Chef. * Formal qualification in pastry arts from a ...

Thomas Management LLC

Sous Chef - Healthcare

Mesa, AZ

$22.45 - $28.80/hr

Sous Chef - Healthcare | Location: Mesa, AZ 85201 Compensation: $22.45-$28.80 per hour| Full-Time ... contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in ...

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Koch

Director Subcontracts Management

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$140 - $190/hr

As part of Koch Engineered Solutions, we apply Principle Based Management empowering every team ... Experience reading, writing, and negotiating multi‑year contracts and pricing arrangements

Princess Cruises

$18 - $22.75/hr

Ensures appropriate training and orientation is provided to new-to- vessel / first contract Galley ... Minimum of five years of relevant culinary experience, including at least one year as Chef de ...

Provider Contract Food Service

Cook 2

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$15 - $21/hr

About Us: Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality ... Communicate regularly with Cooks and Chefs. * Prepare all food items according to standard recipes ...

PROVIDER CONTRACT FOOD SERVICE

Cook 2

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$15 - $21/hr

About Us: Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality ... Communicate regularly with Cooks and Chefs. * Prepare all food items according to standard recipes ...

PROVIDER CONTRACT FOOD SERVICE INC

Cook 2

Glendale, AZ

$15 - $21/hr

Description About Us: Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and ... Communicate regularly with Cooks and Chefs. * Prepare all food items according to standard recipes ...

Foothills Golf Club

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Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Complies with the terms of purchasing agreements and vendor contracts. * Makes employment and ... One year of experience as a chef and/or kitchen supervisor. * Certified Food Protection Manager ...

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Foothills Golf Club

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Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Complies with the terms of purchasing agreements and vendor contracts. * Makes employment and ... One year of experience as a chef and/or kitchen supervisor. * Certified Food Protection Manager ...

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Foothills Golf Club

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Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Complies with the terms of purchasing agreements and vendor contracts. * Makes employment and ... One year of experience as a chef and/or kitchen supervisor. * Certified Food Protection Manager ...

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Embassy Suites Phoenix Downtown North

Cook

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

You will report to the Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager. * A career as a cook can lead to opportunities ... contract. HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or ...

Embassy Suites Phoenix Downtown North

Cook

Phoenix, AZ

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

You will report to the Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager. * A career as a cook can lead to opportunities ... contract. HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract chef in Arizona is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $28.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical work assignments and environments for contract chefs?

Contract Chefs often work on short-term assignments ranging from private events and corporate dining to temporary placements at restaurants, catering companies, or remote sites. Each assignment can present unique kitchen setups, menus, and team dynamics, which makes adaptability essential. You may work autonomously or alongside an existing culinary staff, depending on client needs and assignment scale. This role provides exposure to a variety of cuisines and operational styles, offering valuable experience and networking opportunities for future culinary advancement.

What is a contract chef?

A Contract Chef is a culinary professional hired on a temporary or project basis to provide cooking services for restaurants, catering companies, private clients, or events. They may work short-term assignments or long-term contracts, depending on the needs of the employer. Contract Chefs are responsible for menu planning, food preparation, and ensuring high-quality meals while adapting to different kitchen environments. This role offers flexibility and variety, making it ideal for chefs who enjoy diverse work experiences.

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

To thrive as a Contract Chef, you need advanced culinary skills, menu planning expertise, and experience in various cuisines, usually backed by a culinary degree or relevant apprenticeship. Familiarity with kitchen management software, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and inventory systems is important. Excellent communication, flexibility, and problem-solving abilities are soft skills that distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies ensure a Contract Chef can efficiently adapt to different client needs, lead kitchen teams, and consistently deliver high-quality meals in diverse environments.

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Jr. Sous Chef

Provider Contract Food Service

Glendale, AZ • On-site

$18 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

About Us:
Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 20 years. From the hearts of our culinary team to the mouths of the customers we serve, you can taste the love in our food. Our operations consist of Cafes, Catering and Restaurants serving 30000+ meals weekly.
Our location at Arizona Christian University, AZ, is currently looking to build our Food Service Team in the position of Jr. Sous Chef.
Summary
A Jr. Sous Chef assumes the responsibilities and duties of Sous Chef. Liaison between front of the house and Cooks, ordering product, butchering proteins, administer discipline as needed, train and develop staff, develop daily specials as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
  • Provide clear direction, instruction, training and guidance to supporting culinary staff.
  • Organize and delegate work assignments and tasks to meet deadlines.
  • Communicate regularly with Prep Cooks, Cooks I, Cook II, Lead Cooks, Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef.
  • Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product.
  • Exhibit knowledge, understanding, and application of various cooking techniques.
  • Ability to work with small, delicate, and sensitive equipment (knives) requiring fine finger dexterity. Knowledge of different knife cuts.
  • Exhibit preparation and knowledge of base sauces, stocks, and soups.
  • Demonstrate ability to create compound sauces and derivatives of mother sauces.
  • Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble food.
  • Operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and flat top.
  • Maintain a solid knowledge of all food products.
  • Prepare daily prep list and delegate the completion of the list.
  • Prepare written food requisitions for supplies and food items for recipe preparations.
  • Demonstrate ability to recite recipes from memory.
  • Begin development of daily specials and new dishes for presentation to the Chefs.
  • Perform all assigned sidework to include replenishing/restocking work station with supplies.
  • Adheres to control procedure for food costs and quality.
  • Properly label, date, and rotate all products on the first-in, first-out philosophy to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
  • Check station before, during, and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
  • Abide by all safety procedures, health codes and hand washing guidelines and encourage team members to do the same.
  • Strive for picture perfect plate presentation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience in food preparation, food knowledge and kitchen staff supervision
  • Ability to demonstrate advanced knife skills and knowledge of different knife cuts.
  • Working knowledge of weights, measures, and various cooking techniques.
  • Knowledge of MSDS program.
  • Ability to stand on a hard surface for long periods of time.
  • Ability to tolerate areas with extreme hot and cold temperatures.
  • Must possess effective communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Must have experience with Google suite, Point of Sale System, Internet/Intranet, Gmail and Slack.
  • Must be able to successfully pass applicable auditions or skill testing.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Formal culinary training

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; pulling or pushing, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
What We Can Do For YOU:
  • Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
  • Paid Time Off for all Team Members
  • Paid Sick Time for all Team members
  • Medical Benefits for Full Time Team Members
  • Free or Discounted Meals
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Flexible hours

We are an E Verify employer
Job offer is contingent on criminal background check

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