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Executive Chef Location: Naples, FL Salary: $80,000-$100,000 Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package Relocation: Yes, within Florida A premium organic grocery market in Naples, FL is seeking an ...

Executive Chef

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Executive Chef Location: Pittsburgh, PA Salary: $85,000-$95,000 Base + Bonus Eligible (Up to 10%) Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k), and Relocation Assistance Property Description:

Executive Chef

Palm Springs, CA · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Executive Chef Location: Palm Springs/Palm Desert area Salary: $125,000 - $135,000 Base Salary + Bonus Benefits: MDV, PTO, 401(k), relocation assistance Property Description: Upscale resort ...

Executive Chef Upscale Casual Theme Are you an Executive Chef passionate about your culinary skills? Our Company is searching for a Professional Executive Chef to lead a polished culinary staff. To ...

Executive Chef

Detroit, MI · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

Minimum 5 years of Executive Chef experience in an upscale/Fine Dining Restaurant * Strong creative background with an emphasis on seasonal and locally sourced cuisine * Experience managing food and ...

Executive Chef

San Diego, CA · On-site

$80K/yr

Executive Chef Compensation Management Training Program (First 30 Days) All Executive Chef candidates are required to successfully complete Shawarma Guys' mandatory 30-Day Management Training Program ...

Executive Chef

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

Executive Chef Location: Lincoln, NE Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 + Bonus Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k), Relocation Assistance Property Description: Full-service hotel featuring ...

Executive Chef Compensation Management Training Program (First 30 Days) All Executive Chef candidates are required to successfully complete Shawarma Guys' mandatory 30-Day Management Training Program ...

Qualification: * 5+ years of Executive Chef experience in an upscale Italian restaurant, steakhouse, or fine dining environment * Strong background in Italian cuisine and premium steakhouse ...

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Executive Chef

Dallas, PA · On-site

$75/hr

Available positions include: - Executive Chef at Hillsdale College, Hillsdale MI: $85-95K - Executive Chef at Ave Maria University, Ave Maria FL: $80-83K - Executive Chef at Freed-Hardman University ...

Executive Chef

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Executive Chef Location: Milwaukee, WI Salary: $110,000-$130,000 base + bonus eligible up to 15% Benefits: MDV, PTO, 401(k) after 30 days, relocation assistance Property Description: Established ...

Executive Chef

Midland, MI · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Requirements : * 5+ years of Executive Chef experience within upscale hotel operations. * Strong financial and analytical acumen, including menu costing, payroll management, budgeting, and inventory ...

Executive Chef

Ocean City, MD · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Qualifications: * 3-5+ years of Executive Chef and Butchering experience * Strong background in Upscale Dining * Experience leading high-volume kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food ...

Executive Chef

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Yes Upscale Hotel in San Antonio, TX is looking to add an Executive Chef to their team!! Qualifications: * Previous Hotel Chef experience * Upscale Hotel experience * People first leader ...

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Executive Chef

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Executive Chef Upscale Casual Theme Are you an Executive Chef passionate about your culinary skills? Our Company is searching for a Professional Executive Chef to lead a polished culinary staff. To ...

Executive Chef

Birmingham, MI · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Executive Chef's will be working a full-time position, with pay anticipated to be between $100,000-$120,000 plus opportunity for excellent bonuses. Starting pay will be based on each candidate ...

Executive Chef

Clarksville, TN

$62K - $85K/yr

Executive Chef - Old Glory Distilling Co. We're seeking a visionary Executive Chef to lead our culinary team. If you're a creative force in the kitchen with a knack for leadership and a passion for ...

Executive Chef

Utica, NY · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Executive Chef Department: Food & Nutrition Employment Type: Full Time Location: Utica - NY Compensation: $70,000 - $75,000 / year Description Executive Chef Full-Time Positions Available. Apply ...

Executive Chef - Daytime Hours Concept Type: Private Club - High-End Culinary Leadership Location: Maricopa, AZ Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year This is not your average culinary post. This is a ...

Executive Chef

Manhattan, NY

$78K - $108K/yr

This position partners closely with the National R&D Executive Chef to ensure all menu initiatives, seasonal offerings, wine dinners, and culinary programs are successfully executed while maintaining ...

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How much do executive chef job jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive chef job 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.

What is the difference between Executive Chef Job vs Sous Chef?

AspectExecutive Chef JobSous Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, extensive experienceCulinary training, experience in kitchens
Work EnvironmentKitchen leadership, management of entire culinary operationsAssist executive chef, oversee kitchen stations
Employer & IndustryHotels, restaurants, resortsSame as executive chef, often working directly under them
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in culinary industryLearning about kitchen hierarchy and roles

The Executive Chef Job is a leadership role overseeing all kitchen operations, menu creation, and staff management. The Sous Chef supports the executive chef, managing daily kitchen activities and supervising staff. While both roles require culinary credentials and experience, the executive chef holds higher responsibility for overall culinary success, whereas the sous chef acts as their right hand in the kitchen.

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What states have the most Executive Chef Job jobs? States with the most job openings for Executive Chef Job jobs include:
Infographic showing various Executive Chef Job job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,886 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Executive Chef

the Chef Agency

Naples, FL

$80K - $100K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Executive Chef
Location: Naples, FL
Salary: $80,000-$100,000
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
Relocation: Yes, within Florida
A premium organic grocery market in Naples, FL is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations.
Qualifications
  • 5-10+ years of Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef experience in high-volume restaurants, premium markets, hotels, or catering operations
  • Proven experience overseeing multiple culinary departments simultaneously
  • Strong background in restaurant operations, catering, production kitchens, and prepared foods
  • Experience with menu development, recipe standardization, and food cost management
  • Demonstrated leadership with the ability to recruit, train, and develop high-performing culinary teams
  • Strong financial acumen, including labor management, inventory, purchasing, and P&L oversight
  • Passion for fresh, seasonal, organic, and wellness-focused cuisine is highly preferred
Responsibilities
  • Oversee all culinary operations, including the restaurant, catering, production kitchen, and grab-and-go program
  • Develop seasonal menus and innovative prepared food offerings that align with the brand's wellness-focused vision
  • Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation across all food programs
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the culinary team while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
  • Manage food cost, labor, purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships
  • Implement and maintain standardized recipes, production systems, and operational procedures
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
  • Partner with retail and operations leadership to drive sales, profitability, and guest satisfaction

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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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