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Sous Chef-Ex

Oak Grove, KY · On-site

$47K - $63K/yr

The Sous Chef contributes to the success of the Food & Beverage department by directing and guiding the restaurant operations to ensure a positive guest experience and company profitability ...

Sous Chef-Ex

Oak Grove, KY · On-site

$47K - $63K/yr

The Sous Chef contributes to the success of the Food & Beverage department by directing and guiding the restaurant operations to ensure a positive guest experience and company profitability ...

Sous Chef-Ex

Waterloo, NY · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

The Sous Chef will monitor food and labor budget for the department, as well as ensure and maintain the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards. Pay Range: $62,353.20 - $65,000.00 ...

Sous Chef-Ex

Waterloo, NY · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

The Sous Chef will monitor food and labor budget for the department, as well as ensure and maintain the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards. Pay Range: $62,353.20 - $65,000.00 ...

Sous Chef-Ex

Waterloo, NY · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

The Sous Chef will monitor food and labor budget for the department, as well as ensure and maintain the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards. Pay Range: $62,353.20 - $65,000.00 ...

Chef

Woodland Hills, CA · On-site

$27 - $33/hr

... ex. no onions or garlic may be used in any food items including but not limited to sauces, spices ... Prior chef experience; * Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday and to move ...

Sous Chef Hourly

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Chef-driven food, quality cocktails and adult beverages are at the heart of Marlow's Tavern. The ... Cuts, slices, unwraps, and prepares raw ingredients (ex. fresh produce, meat cuts) for use on the ...

Sous Chef

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

S. is seeking a Sous Chef to join our elite culinary team. Under the direction of the Chef de ... Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal). JOB ...

Sous Chef

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

S. is seeking a Sous Chef to join our elite culinary team. Under the direction of the Chef de ... Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal). JOB ...

Chef, Puppet, Ansible). Continuous Integration (ex. Jenkins). Relational (Oracle, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, etc) Awareness of open source tools and technologies. Essential Skills ...

Sous Chef

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal).JOB ... Assist the Chef de Cuisine with scheduling, inventory management, menu development, recipe costing ...

Sous Chef

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

S. is seeking a Sous Chef to join our elite culinary team. Under the direction of the Chef de ... Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal). JOB ...

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$64K - $81K/yr

The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for the effective daily operations of the kitchen, including staffing, recruitment, employee development, financial management and facilities management. This ...

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How much do ex chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for ex 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 Ex Chef vs Line Cook?

AspectEx ChefLine Cook
CredentialsExperience as a chef, culinary certificationsBasic culinary training, sometimes certifications
Work EnvironmentKitchen, restaurant, culinary settingsKitchen, restaurant, fast-paced environment
Industry UsageOften used for former chefs transitioning rolesCurrent role in food service
Search IntentTransitioning from chef to other rolesSeeking kitchen positions

Ex Chefs are experienced culinary professionals who have previously held chef positions, often transitioning to other roles in the food industry. Line Cooks are current kitchen staff responsible for preparing dishes on the line. While both work in kitchens, Ex Chefs typically have more experience and credentials, whereas Line Cooks are actively working in food preparation roles.

What is a good career change for an ex chef?

Ex chefs often transition into roles such as food service management, culinary instructor, or food product development, leveraging their knowledge of food preparation, safety, and customer service. They may also pursue careers in hospitality, catering, or start their own food-related businesses, often requiring additional certifications or business skills.
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Infographic showing various Ex Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,225 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Head Chef / CDC & Sous Chefs NYC restaurant group

New York, NY • On-site

PERSONE NYC
Traveler Accommodation • 1 - 10 employees

$72K - $99K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

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We are looking for a Passionate and Experienced CHEFS and Back of the House leaders

+ 2 Years of Experience in NYC restaurants

*Passionate, Outgoing and Service-Focused

August 2027

BACK OF THE HOUSE Current Job Openings:

  • CORPORATE EX CHEF - 10+ Restaurants from Modern Hip+Casual Busy American-Cuisine Group - Manhattan - $150/165K
  • CULINARY DIRECTOR - Hungarian non-profit Organization with Restaurant & Events - NYC - $125/140K + Bonus
  • ASSISTANT CULINARY DIRECTOR/SENIOR CDC - Multi-Outlet & Restaurants inside Hotel - Midtown - $110/125K
  • EXECUTIVE CHEF - Modern Fine Dining Upscale Kosher Restaurant - Brooklyn - $125/140K
  • EXECUTIVE CHEF - Modern Neighborhood Italian/Pasta Restaurant - Brooklyn - $110/130K - Filled!
  • REGIONAL CHEF - Hip Farm to Table Restaurant Group - Manhattan - $95/100K
  • CHEF DE CUISINE - Modern and busy Italian Restaurant - Midtown - $105/120K
  • CHEF DE CUISINE - Middle Eastern Restaurant TOP 100 NYT James Beard Nominated - Chelsea - $95/110K
  • CHEF DE CUISINE - Mediterranean modern Hip Hotspot from Restaurant Group - Soho - $115/120K
  • KITCHEN MANAGER - Successful Growing QSR Healthy-Food Concept - Chelsea/FiDi - 85K/95K
  • KITCHEN MANAGER - Growing Hip Busy Restaurant Group - Greenpoint/Brooklyn - $75/90K
  • EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - Busy Large Seafood Market and Restaurant - Chelsea - $92/97K
  • EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - Mexican Hip Restaurant - Downtown Manhattan - $85/90K
  • SOUS CHEF - Spanish-Cuisine Hip Restaurant Group - Midtown West - $65/80K
  • SOUS CHEF - Farm to Table Busy Established Restaurant Group - Chelsea - $75/85K
  • ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER - QSR Healthy Food Growing Group - Fidi/Chelsea - $65/75K
  • ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER - Busy Hip Restaurant Group - Brooklyn / Manhattan - $70/85K

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