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Culinary Chef Executive Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K/yr

Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef Job Summary: Serve as "third-in-command" of the kitchen ... Culinary School Graduate, Apprentice Program Graduate or any combination of education and ...

Executive Chef

Sedona, AZ

$68K - $94K/yr

This position requires a thoughtful culinary leader who understands that food is an essential part of well-being. The Executive Chef will develop a distinctive culinary experience centered on ...

Executive Chef

Olympic Valley, CA · On-site

$79K - $109K/yr

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who combines creativity, operational excellence, financial discipline, and a passion for developing people. As Executive Chef, you will ...

Executive Chef

Olympic Valley, CA · On-site

$79K - $109K/yr

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on culinary leader who combines creativity, operational excellence, financial discipline, and a passion for developing people. As Executive Chef, you ...

Executive Chef

CA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who combines creativity, operational excellence, financial discipline, and a passion for developing people. As Executive Chef, you will ...

$52K - $72K/yr

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who combines creativity, operational excellence, financial discipline, and a passion for developing people. As Executive Chef, you will ...

Executive Chef

California, MO · On-site

$64K - $88K/yr

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who combines creativity, operational excellence, financial discipline, and a passion for developing people. As Executive Chef, you will ...

Executive Chef

Olympic Valley, CA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who combines creativity, operational excellence, financial discipline, and a passion for developing people. As Executive Chef, you will ...

$68K - $94K/yr

Are you ready to put your signature on one of the region's most exciting culinary destinations ... We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead and inspire a talented kitchen team. This is a rare ...

Executive Chef

Binghamton, NY · On-site

$68K - $94K/yr

Are you ready to put your signature on one of the region's most exciting culinary destinations ... We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead and inspire a talented kitchen team. This is a rare ...

Executive Chef

Ave Maria, FL · On-site

$64K - $88K/yr

Executive Chef Location: Ave Maria University, Ave Maria FL Salary: 80-83K Now seeking a talented ... We are seeking a culinary master with a mentoring leadership style, and polished communication ...

Executive Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

M/D/V, PTO, 401k match, employee discounts, relocation assistance A beautiful boutique hotel in Atlanta, GA is looking for a great Executive Chef to lead their culinary operations! Qualifications:

Executive Chef

Quitman, GA · On-site

$58K - $79K/yr

Executive Chef - Presbyterian Homes | Quitman, Georgia An Exceptional Opportunity for a Hands-On ... Presbyterian Homes in Quitman, Georgia is seeking a dynamic culinary leader to oversee an ...

Executive Chef

Savannah, GA · On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

As the senior culinary leader for the hotel, the Executive Chef is responsible for the quality, consistency, and performance of the culinary program across its outlets, events, and hotel experiences.

Executive Chef

Savannah, GA · On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

As the senior culinary leader for the hotel, the Executive Chef is responsible for the quality, consistency, and performance of the culinary program across its outlets, events, and hotel experiences.

Executive Chef

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Kitchen leadership and day-to-day culinary operations * Turning our menus into precise, scalable ... You may already be an Executive Chef or Head Chef. You may be an exceptional Chef de Cuisine or ...

Executive Chef

Hillsdale, MI · On-site

$64K - $89K/yr

Metz Culinary Management is growing and we have an opening for Rock Star Executive Chef who shares our passion for Food and Service and Leadership. We are seeking a Culinary Leader, with a passion ...

Executive Chef

Henderson, TN · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

Metz Culinary Management is growing and we have an opening for Rock Star Executive Chef who shares our passion for Food and Service and Leadership. We are seeking a Culinary Leader, with a passion ...

Executive Chef

Savannah, GA · On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

As the senior culinary leader for the hotel, the Executive Chef is responsible for the quality, consistency, and performance of the culinary program across its outlets, events, and hotel experiences.

Executive Chef

Savannah, GA · On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

As the senior culinary leader for the hotel, the Executive Chef is responsible for the quality, consistency, and performance of the culinary program across its outlets, events, and hotel experiences.

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for culinary chef executive chef in the United States is $86,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Sous Chef

Chicago, IL • On-site

UNION LEAGUE CLUB OF CHICAGO
Civic and Social Organizations • 201 - 500 employees

$65K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Position Title: Sous Chef

Reports to: Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef

Job Summary: Serve as “third-in-command” of the kitchen: assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in supervising food production for all food outlets, banquet events and other functions at the club. Supervise food production personnel, assist with food production tasks as needed and assure that quality and cost standards are consistently attained. Sous Chef will also have the responsibility of supervising the Stewarding Staff with assistance from the Chef’s Office.

Essential Functions:
  • Directly supervises kitchen staff responsible for the daily preparation of soups, sauces and “specials” to ensure that methods of cooking, garnishing and portion sizes are as prescribed by standardized recipes
  • Assists the Executive Chef / Executive Sous Chef with preparing the kitchen for monthly inventories with having all areas organized for counting.
  • Assumes complete charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef
  • Assists Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef with supervision and training of employees, sanitation and safety, menu planning and related production activities
  • Consistently maintains standards of quality, cost, eye appeal and flavor of foods
  • Ensures and assists with proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability
  • Makes recommendations for maintenance, repair and upkeep of the kitchen and its equipment
  • Personally works in any station as assigned by the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef
  • Helps plan energy conservation procedures in the kitchen
  • Assists in the development of training and the provision of professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff.
  • Assists in maintaining security of kitchen including equipment. food and supply inventories
  • Assists in food procurement, delivery, storage and issuing of food items
  • Expedites food orders during peak service hours
  • Supervises, trains and evaluates kitchen personnel
  • Coordinates buffet presentations
  • Checks mise en place before service time and inspects presentation of food items to insure that quality standards are met
  • Reports all member/guest complaints to the Chef’s Office and assists in resolving complaints
  • Submits ideas for future goals, operational improvements, and personnel management to Executive Chef
  • Supervises and trains all stewarding staff and reporting any issues that need repair or correction
  • Follows up on cleanliness of the kitchens and details that must be addressed by staff
  • Reports inventory needs for CGS and does a twice a year inventory to anticipate needs.
  • Education: Culinary School Graduate, Apprentice Program Graduate or any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.

    Experience: 5 to 7 years experience in fine dining restaurant or hotel.

    Additional Skills: Supervisory experience, good organization, and communication skills are required.

    Licenses and Certificates: City of Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate, Allergen Awareness Certificate.