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AccorHotel

Banquet Cook

Boston, MA · On-site

$27.63/hr

... Chef to established quality/ quantity guidelines. They will be responsible for timely and accurate preparation and plating of banquet food items based on company specifications and function contracts.

Cypress HCM

Site Reliability Engineer

Waltham, MA · Hybrid

$40 - $45.78/hr

Site Reliability Engineer 1 (Contract) * Location: Waltham, MA 02451 (Hybrid) * Duration: 10/22 ... Chef / Ruby * Python * Lua * SQL (postgres) * OpenTelemetry / Prometheus / Grafana * SMTP / email ...

Compass Group

Cafe Manager

Cambridge, MA

$75 - $95K/hr

... chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means ...

Bon Appetit

Cafe Manager

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$75 - $95K/hr

... chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means ...

Compass Group

Cafe Manager

Cambridge, MA

$75 - $95K/hr

... chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means ...

Compass Group

Cafe Manager

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$75 - $95K/hr

... chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract 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 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 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 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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Banquet Cook

AccorHotel

Boston, MA • On-site

$27.63/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Company Description

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that works brings purpose to your life so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities. by joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. 

Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Employee Benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide.

Learning programs through our Academies.

Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities like Planet 21.

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo!

#BELIMITLESS

Job Description

The Banquet Cook prepares high quality food under supervision of the Banquet Chef, Exec. Sous chef, and Exec. Chef to established quality/ quantity guidelines. They will be responsible for timely and accurate preparation and plating of banquet food items based on company specifications and function contracts.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

  • High School diploma and/ or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
  • Diploma/ certification in a formal culinary discipline as asset.
  • Previous experience in the culinary field. 

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

  • Various Cutlery
  • Gas range
  • Char broiler
  • Tilting skillet
  • Convection oven
  • Rotisserie oven
  • Bermixer
  • Food processor
  • Buffalo Chopper
  • Meat Slicer
  • Various refrigeration/ freezers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Long hours sometimes may be required. 
  • Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. 
  • In and out of refrigerators/ freezers with some frequency.
  • Must be able to stand and walk throughout entire shift.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
  • Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
  • Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations.
Additional Information

The hourly start rate is USD $27.63

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