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Executive Recipe Development Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Executive Pastry Chef

Bellaire, TX · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Pastry Chef to lead our growing pastry ... Lead recipe development, testing, implementation, and documentation. * Collaborate with leadership ...

Executive Chef

Anderson, SC · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... recipe development, and cost control. -Outstanding organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and work under pressure. -Strong attention to detail and commitment to ...

Lead recipe development, testing, implementation, and documentation. * Collaborate with leadership ... Financial Support * Assist executive leadership with labor planning, production forecasting, and ...

Executive Sous Chef - Caroline

Austin, TX · On-site

$64K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate directly with the Executive Chef on menu development, implementation timelines, recipe execution, and USE Records - ensuring all culinary financial objectives and food cost targets are ...

Executive Sous Chef - Caroline

Austin, TX · On-site

$64K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate directly with the Executive Chef on menu development, implementation timelines, recipe execution, and USE Records - ensuring all culinary financial objectives and food cost targets are ...

Executive Chef

San Carlos, AZ · On-site

$2.1K/wk

This role oversees menu and recipe development, food production, kitchen operations, and the leadership of culinary staff to deliver a superior healthcare dining experience. The Executive Chef will ...

Executive Chef

Anderson, SC · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... recipe development, and cost control. -Outstanding organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and work under pressure. -Strong attention to detail and commitment to ...

Lead recipe development, testing, and implementation Team Management * Recruit, train, schedule ... Collaborate with Executive Chef and management team on menu planning and special events

Restaurant Executive Sous Chef

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$58K - $74K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate directly with the Executive Chef on menu development, implementation timelines, recipe execution, and USE Records - ensuring all culinary financial objectives and food cost targets are ...

Executive Sous Chef

Saratoga, WY · On-site

$61K - $78K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate directly with the Executive Chef on menu development, implementation timelines, recipe execution, and USE Records - ensuring all culinary financial objectives and food cost targets are ...

Executive Chef 4

Neptune City, NJ

$94K - $122K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Chef 4 to lead daily culinary operations for our food team at HMH ... Bring creativity to life through hands-on recipe development, menu planning, and culinary ...

Executive Chef

Portland, OR · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This includes directing product conceptualization, menu engineering, recipe development, item ... Prior experience as an Executive Chef. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possess ...

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How much do executive recipe development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive recipe development in the United States is $56,282.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,500.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Recipe Development vs Recipe Developer?

AspectExecutive Recipe DevelopmentRecipe Developer
Credentials Culinary degree, experience in product development Culinary training, food science background often preferred
Work Environment Corporate kitchens, food companies, product development labs Test kitchens, food labs, freelance or in-house settings
Industry Usage Food manufacturing, large food brands, corporate R&D Food startups, restaurants, freelance projects

Executive Recipe Development roles typically involve overseeing large-scale product development within corporate settings, requiring leadership and strategic planning. Recipe Developers focus on creating and testing recipes, often in smaller teams or freelance environments. While both roles require culinary expertise, Executive Recipe Developers often have more managerial responsibilities and work within larger organizations.

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Restaurant Executive Sous Chef

White Lodging Services Corp

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$58K - $74K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


White Lodging rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 108 rated hotels


Job description

Summary:
Who We Are
White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning premium hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country's most dynamic cities. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. That's where you come in. You'll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.
We are hiring an experienced Executive Sous Chef to serve as the second-in-command of our hotel culinary operations. This is a senior kitchen leadership role for a proven culinary professional who is ready to step into an Executive Chef in training capacity - leading daily food and beverage production, developing a high-performing culinary team, and driving the menu quality and financial performance that define a premium hotel dining experience. If you're an Executive Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine ready to take the next step in your culinary management career with one of the country's leading hotel and restaurant companies, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
What You'll Do
  • Lead all hotel culinary operations in the Executive Chef's absence - maintaining food quality, freshness, and full compliance with health department regulations and food safety standards across every outlet and meal period
  • Collaborate directly with the Executive Chef on menu development, implementation timelines, recipe execution, and USE Records - ensuring all culinary financial objectives and food cost targets are consistently met
  • Manage daily back-of-house operations across a high-volume hotel kitchen environment - including staffing, scheduling, inventory management, and portion control in full adherence to White Lodging corporate SOPs
  • Train, mentor, and develop culinary associates at all levels - from entry-level cooks to line cooks and senior kitchen staff - fostering a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and internal promotion
  • Monitor and manage all food-related expenses - including vendor invoices, payroll, and inventory reconciliation - to ensure consistent budget adherence and culinary department profitability
  • Partner cross-functionally with Sales, front-of-house leadership, and Events teams to support banquet operations, special events, and elevated guest dining experiences across the property

What You'll Bring
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive Chef experience in a large-scale hotel, resort, or high-volume banquet culinary operation - required
  • Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop culinary teams in a high-volume hotel kitchen or banquet environment - with a track record of low turnover and strong internal promotion
  • Deep expertise in menu creation, food preparation techniques, recipe development, and strict compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills - with demonstrated experience managing food cost, labor cost, inventory, and culinary department budgets in a hotel or resort setting
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and culinary coaching skills - with a genuine commitment to building a collaborative, high-performing kitchen team culture
  • Associate's degree in Culinary Arts, Culinary Management, or Business Administration preferred - equivalent hands-on culinary leadership experience considered

Other information:
What You Can Look Forward To
  • Benefits - starting day 1
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • DailyPay - get paid when you need it
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO) with rollover
  • Complimentary wellness tools
  • Unlimited employee referral bonuses
  • Leadership development & tuition reimbursement
  • Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and travel
  • Growth opportunities across multiple hotel properties in your market

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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