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Chef

Knoxville, TN

$70K - $100K/yr

Chef Athenian Hospitality Group -- Knoxville, TN Full-Time, Salaried | $70,000-$100,000/year ... Demonstrated ability to hire, train, and retain kitchen staff * ServSafe certification (or ability ...

New

$79K - $108K/yr

Standard benefits; subsidized housing available; relocation assistance available The Chef de ... Demonstrated financial acumen with a track record of managing food costs, budgets, and kitchen ...

Sous Chef

Fredericksburg, TX

$45K - $61K/yr

As a SOUS Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef Instructor and other visitng teaching chefs in our hands on cooking classes, dinners, demonstrations, and other events with menu ...

Sous Chef

Manasquan, NJ · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Demonstrated experience in sauce-making * May manage other key culinary leadership roles, including supervisor and other less senior Sous Chefs * Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional ...

Sous Chef

El Segundo, CA

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$75000 per year - $90000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... which demonstrates upward career progression Restaurant Managers receive competitive salary ...

Sous Chef

Dedham, MA

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$75000 per year - $90000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... which demonstrates upward career progression Restaurant Managers receive competitive salary ...

Sous Chef

Dedham, MA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$75000 per year - $90000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... which demonstrates upward career progression Restaurant Managers receive competitive salary ...

Sous Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$70000 per year - $85000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Sous Chef

North Bethesda, MD

$62K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$62000 per year - $75000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Sous Chef

Fredericksburg, TX

$45K - $61K/yr

As a SOUS Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef Instructor and other visitng teaching chefs in our hands on cooking classes, dinners, demonstrations, and other events with menu ...

Sous Chef

Dedham, MA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$75000 per year - $90000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Sous Chef

Costa Mesa, CA

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$75000 per year - $90000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... which demonstrates upward career progression Restaurant Managers receive competitive salary ...

Sous Chef

Costa Mesa, CA

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$75000 per year - $90000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Sous Chef

Denver, CO

$70K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$70000 per year - $85000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Sous Chef

Dedham, MA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$75000 per year - $90000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression * Restaurant Managers receive ...

Sous Chef

North Bethesda, MD

$62K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$62000 per year - $75000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... which demonstrates upward career progression Restaurant Managers receive competitive salary ...

Sous Chef

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

$75000 per year - $90000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in ... which demonstrates upward career progression Restaurant Managers receive competitive salary ...

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How much do demonstration chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for demonstration chef in the United States is $46.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.49 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a demonstration chef?

As a Demonstration Chef, your daily tasks often include preparing ingredients, setting up and conducting live cooking demonstrations, and cleaning up afterward. You’ll interact directly with customers or event attendees, answer questions about recipes and products, and sometimes provide samples or distribute promotional materials. You may also collaborate with store managers, vendors, or brand representatives to plan upcoming demonstrations and ensure compliance with safety and food handling standards. This role requires adaptability, as you might need to modify demonstrations based on audience size, kitchen set-ups, or specific product features being highlighted.

What is a demonstration chef?

A Demonstration Chef is a culinary professional who showcases cooking techniques, recipes, and food products to audiences in retail stores, trade shows, cooking classes, or online platforms. They engage with customers, explain product benefits, and provide live cooking demonstrations to promote brands or educate on culinary techniques. Strong communication skills, presentation abilities, and culinary expertise are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the demonstration chef position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Demonstration Chef, you need strong culinary skills, experience in food preparation, and often formal training from a culinary school. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety certifications, and sometimes experience with point-of-sale or demonstration software are essential. Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills help you engage and educate diverse audiences. These abilities ensure that demonstrations are informative, engaging, and comply with safety standards, ultimately promoting products and enhancing customer satisfaction.

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Infographic showing various Demonstration Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,899 per year, or $46.1 per hour.

Executive Chef - Resort - Traverse City, MI

the Chef Agency

Traverse City, MI

$95K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Vision, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Location: Traverse City, MI
Salary: $95K-$110K
Benefits: Standard benefits; generous PTO; relocation assistance available
The Executive Chef leads all culinary operations for a resort in Traverse City, bringing bold culinary vision and operational expertise to a dynamic, guest-focused dining program in one of Michigan's most celebrated destination regions. This role is responsible for menu development, kitchen leadership, and maintaining the highest standards of culinary quality, consistency, and financial performance across all resort dining outlets and event functions.
Qualifications
  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader within a resort, upscale hotel, or similar full-service hospitality environment
  • Strong culinary expertise with a demonstrated ability to develop and execute creative, seasonally driven menus that celebrate local and regional ingredients and reflect the natural beauty and character of the Traverse City region
  • Demonstrated financial acumen with a track record of managing food costs, budgets, and kitchen operations to drive profitability and operational excellence across multiple outlets
Responsibilities
  • Lead all culinary operations across all resort dining outlets and event functions, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and execution that aligns with the resort's brand standards and guest expectations
  • Develop and execute innovative, seasonally driven menus that celebrate the rich agricultural and culinary heritage of the Traverse City region while delivering an exceptional guest dining experience
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team while fostering a culture of culinary excellence, creativity, and continuous improvement in a premier Michigan destination environment

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Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

2013

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