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Culinary Director

Seattle, WA · On-site

$115K - $120K/yr

Lead, mentor, and develop Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, and kitchen teams * Monitor food cost, labor ... Proven success as an Executive Chef or Culinary Director in a high-volume or upscale restaurant ...

Requirements : * 5+ years of culinary leadership experience, ideally as a Culinary Director or Executive Sous Chef within a hotel or high-volume environment. * Strong financial and analytical acumen ...

- Executive Chef/Culinary Director Position: Executive Chef /Culinary Director Location: Miami, FL - Design District Compensation: $150K - $180K + Profit Sharing + Benefits About the Role A highly ...

Executive Chef/Culinary Director

Lansing, MI

$72.50K - $99.90K/yr

Executive Chef / Culinary Director - Senior Living Red Cedar Lodge | Lansing, Michigan Are you a passionate culinary leader who believes dining should be one of the best parts of a resident's day? Do ...

The Regional Culinary Director for Aramark Collegiate Hospitality's Northeast Region will provide ... Participate in district, senior, and executive chef hiring and also focus on developing a pipeline ...

Regional Culinary Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

The Regional Culinary Director for Aramark Collegiate Hospitality's Northeast Region will provide ... Participate in district, senior, and executive chef hiring and also focus on developing a pipeline ...

Regional Culinary Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

The Regional Culinary Director for Aramark Collegiate Hospitality's Northeast Region will provide ... Participate in district, senior, and executive chef hiring and also focus on developing a pipeline ...

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How much do culinary director chef jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for culinary director chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Culinary Director Chef vs Executive Chef?

AspectCulinary Director ChefExecutive Chef
Credentials Culinary degree, culinary certifications Culinary degree, culinary certifications
Work Environment Overseeing multiple restaurants or food service operations, strategic planning Managing kitchen operations, menu creation, staff supervision
Industry Usage Hospitality, large food service companies, corporate dining Hotels, restaurants, resorts
Search & Comparison Often compared for leadership roles in culinary management Commonly searched for kitchen leadership roles

The Culinary Director Chef and Executive Chef roles both require culinary expertise and certifications. However, the Culinary Director Chef typically focuses on strategic oversight across multiple locations or large food operations, while the Executive Chef manages daily kitchen operations and staff. Understanding these distinctions helps candidates identify the right career path or job opportunity in the culinary industry.

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Infographic showing various Culinary Director Chef job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,225 per year, or $24.6 per hour.
Culinary Director

Culinary Director

the Chef Agency

Seattle, WA • On-site

$115K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Vision, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Location - Seattle, WA
Salary - $115k-$120k
Benefits - PTO, MDV

The Culinary Director is responsible for leading the culinary vision and execution across all restaurant concepts within the group's pacific northwest. This role oversees menu development, kitchen operations, food quality, and culinary team leadership, ensuring consistency, innovation, and profitability across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute the overall culinary strategy for the restaurant group
  • Oversee menu creation, costing, and seasonal updates across all concepts
  • Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and execution at every location
  • Lead, mentor, and develop Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, and kitchen teams
  • Monitor food cost, labor, and kitchen efficiency to meet financial targets

Qualifications:
  • 8-12+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including multi-unit oversight
  • Proven success as an Executive Chef or Culinary Director in a high-volume or upscale restaurant group
  • Strong background in menu development, food costing, and kitchen operations
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and scale culinary teams across multiple locations
  • Deep knowledge of food trends, global cuisines, and modern cooking techniques
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
  • Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred

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Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

2013

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