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Gecko Hospitality (Brian Blum)

Executive Chef

Mansfield, MA · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr (+ commission)

Roles Placed: Executive and senior leadership, including General Managers, Executive Chefs, Directors of Operations, and C-suite executives. Core Services: Executive search, talent strategy ...

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

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Executive Chef

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Our Executive Chefs are responsible for all back of house team members, operations, and food production. Our Executive Chefs develop and lead team members by coaching and providing feedback on job ...

Chop Shop

Executive Chef

Bloomington, IN · On-site

$62K - $85K/yr

Our executive chefs are in charge of overseeing all kitchen operations, including dish preparation and daily operations, hiring and managing kitchen staff, and inventory management. Responsibilities:

Walters Hospitality

Executive Chef

Sugar Hill, GA · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Executive Chefs report for the Regional Manager and work closely with the Sales and Operations team to ensure flawless event execution for our clients. Our ideal candidate possesses the following ...

The Restaurant Zone

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Regional Executive Chef - Fine Dining

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Lead, mentor, and develop Executive Chefs and culinary teams * Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency * Manage food cost, labor, inventory, and overall kitchen ...

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

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Executive Chef

Southaven, MS · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Our Executive Chefs are responsible for all back of house team members, operations, and food production. Our Executive Chefs develop and lead team members by coaching and providing feedback on job ...

CCMC Community Management

Executive Sous Chef

Sedona, AZ · On-site

$62K - $79K/yr

Direct the daily operations of the kitchen and assume full leadership of the culinary department in the Executive Chefs absence * Supervise, schedule, coach, and evaluate culinary staff; participate ...

CCMC

Executive Sous Chef

Sedona, AZ

$62K - $79K/yr

Direct the daily operations of the kitchen and assume full leadership of the culinary department in the Executive Chefs absence * Supervise, schedule, coach, and evaluate culinary staff; participate ...

Oakmont Management Group

Executive Chef

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$82K - $90K/yr

Executive Chef for Full Scratch Kitchen Needed Pay Range: $82,000-90,000 Annual Our Chefs are the ... Chefs that want to be rewarded for the results of their hard work * Chefs that are food-focused ...

Oakmont Senior Living

Executive Chef

Berkeley, CA

$100K - $115K/yr

Executive Chef for Full Scratch Kitchen Needed Pay Range: $100,000 - $115,000 Our Chefs are the ... Chefs that want to be rewarded for the results of their hard work * Chefs that are food-focused ...

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How much do executive chefs jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive chefs 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 Chefs vs Sous Chefs?

AspectExecutive ChefsSous Chefs
CredentialsCulinary degree, extensive experienceCulinary degree, experience in kitchens
Work EnvironmentManagement, overseeing kitchen operationsKitchen floor, food preparation
Employer & IndustryHotels, restaurants, cateringHotels, restaurants, catering
Primary RoleLeadership, menu planning, staff managementAssisting, executing dishes, supervising line

Executive Chefs focus on managing the entire kitchen operation, including staff and menu development, while Sous Chefs assist with daily kitchen tasks and food preparation. Both roles require culinary credentials and experience, but Executive Chefs hold a leadership position overseeing the entire culinary team.

What do executive chefs do?

Executive chefs oversee the entire kitchen operation, including menu planning, staff management, and ensuring food quality and safety standards. They coordinate with suppliers, manage budgets, and often handle administrative tasks to ensure smooth restaurant or hotel kitchen operations.

What does an executive chef get paid?

Executive chefs typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $50,000 to $100,000, depending on the location, size of the establishment, and experience level. Salaries can be higher in luxury or high-volume restaurants and often include benefits such as bonuses and health insurance.

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Infographic showing various Executive Chefs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,886 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Executive Chef - DMV

Washington, DC • On-site

Farmers Restaurant Group
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$100K - $120K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

EXECUTIVE CHEF - DMV

Our Executive Chefs are a critical ingredient in our restaurant management recipe. They develop and lead our culinary team. The Executive Chef is committed to leading our team, overseeing daily operations to produce high-quality, delicious food to standard, growing our brand, building on our culture of hospitality, and helping to operate a profitable restaurant. As a member of management at Farmers Restaurant Group, you will enjoy a career path that challenges you as a leader and facilitates career growth and development.

Salary Range: $100k - $120k

WHAT OUR EXECUTIVE CHEFS DO:

  • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, developing, and retaining qualified culinary employees
  • Interact with, direct, and supervise kitchen employees on a daily basis in accordance with company standards
  • Train and develop kitchen personnel in procedures, policies, and the safe operation of equipment, utensils, and machinery
  • Assign and enforce operational goals for kitchen staff
  • Identify, address, and document individual employee performance problems
  • Understand, follow, and teach food allergy procedures and special orders/dietary restrictions
  • Perform weekly inventory, ensuring that kitchen is well stocked
  • Train and develop key employees for growth, advancement, and promotion
  • Work with culinary team to develop and test new recipes
  • Assign production duties to all kitchen staff
  • Develop schedule for employees ensuring that the location is fully staffed for each shift and meeting labor targets
  • Achieve food and labor costs
  • Meet daily with appropriate Manager/Sous Chef(s)/team to coordinate and ensure production standards
  • Become proficient in all stations within the kitchen
  • Expedite food orders from kitchen stations to dining rooms
  • Model and ensure kitchen employees understand and adhere to sanitation and safety guidelines
  • Foster an environment of hospitality in which all team members put the guest first in every situation
  • Execute established food standards for overall guest satisfaction that meet or exceed company standards

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE AN EXECUTIVE CHEF:

  • Experience managing in high volume restaurants, with a minimum of five years preferred
  • Strong understanding of restaurant operations
  • Passion for hospitality
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a team
  • Capable of identifying problems and determining accurate solutions on each shift
  • Fiscally responsible and experienced in achieving food and labor costs
  • Love for all things food and beverage
  • Be caring, self-motivated, and exhibit an aptitude for leading, coaching, and driving excellence
  • Able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace
  • Able to read and follow a recipe to standard
  • Ability to work on your feet for eight hours or more a day in a confined area with fluctuating temperatures
  • Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, as needed
  • Continuous bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and use of hands and arms
  • May be exposed to allergens such as nuts, seeds, soy, shellfish, and dairy

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