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Fast Food Chef Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Executive Banquet Chef

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

... production, food quality, timing, and execution - Strong understanding of food cost, labor ... in a fast-paced environment - Stable career history and demonstrated culinary leadership ...

Sous Chef

Naples, FL · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

Working closely with the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef plays a vital role in bringing our culinary ... in a fast-paced environment. * Passion for organic food, ingredient quality, and culinary ...

Chef / Sous Chef

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Chef / Sous Chef Reports To: Executive Chef / General Manager Location: Gallions / Shunk Gulley ... The ideal candidate is passionate about food, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrates ...

Chef / Sous Chef

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Chef / Sous Chef Reports To: Executive Chef / General Manager Location: Gallions / Shunk Gulley ... The ideal candidate is passionate about food, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrates ...

Sushi Chef

Vero Beach, FL · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Looking for a talented and passionate Sushi Chef. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your ... Valid food handler's certification or ServSafe certification * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced ...

Major Food Group is hiring an experienced Event Chef to join our Miami team! The ideal Event Chef is creative, dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable leading a culinary team in fast ...

Sous Chef

Jacksonville Beach, FL · On-site

$44K - $60K/yr

Monitor food preparation to maintain established recipes and standards. Assist with inventory ... Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Culinary degree or formal ...

Sous Chef

Naples, FL · On-site

$48 - $72/hr

... fast-paced private club environment. Summary The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Executive Chef in overseeing food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, and ...

Sous Chef

Naples, FL

$47K - $64K/yr

... fast-paced private club environment Summary : The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Executive Chef in overseeing food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, and ...

Sous Chef

Naples, FL · On-site

$47K - $63K/yr

... fast-paced private club environment Summary : The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in the kitchen, supporting the Executive Chef in overseeing food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, and ...

Pantry Chef

Naples, FL · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

A Pantry Chef (also called a Garde Manger Chef or Pantry Cook ) is responsible for preparing and ... Knowledge of basic cooking and food-preparation techniques. * Ability to work efficiently in a fast ...

Monitor food quality, ticket times, kitchen productivity, and service execution throughout each ... Ability to maintain composure and provide effective leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume, and ...

Food Service - Sous Chef

Jacksonville, FL

$46K - $62K/yr

Sous Chef Reports to: Executive Chef Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with ... Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment. * Computer knowledge and ...

Sous Chef Reports to: Executive Chef Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with ... Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment. * Computer knowledge and ...

Sous Chef Ponte Vedra Beach, FL Onsite About This Role Vicar's Landing is seeking a skilled and ... of food preparation techniques, safety, and sanitation * Ability to lead teams in a fast paced ...

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How much do fast food chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for fast food chef in Florida is $18.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.60 and $23.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fast Food Chef vs Line Cook?

AspectFast Food ChefLine Cook
CredentialsMinimal formal education, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, culinary training often preferred
Work EnvironmentFast-paced, quick service restaurantsRestaurants, cafes, various food service settings
Industry UsageCommon in fast food chains and quick service outletsWidespread in full-service and casual dining
Job FocusPreparing quick, standardized menu itemsPreparing a variety of dishes, often with more complexity

Fast Food Chefs and Line Cooks both work in food service environments, but Fast Food Chefs focus on quick, standardized menu items in fast food settings, while Line Cooks handle a broader range of dishes in various restaurant types. The roles overlap in skills and training but differ mainly in scope and complexity.

How much do fast food chefs make?

Fast food chefs typically earn an hourly wage that ranges from minimum wage to around $12-$15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the employer. Entry-level positions may pay less, while experienced cooks or those with specialized skills can earn higher wages. Many fast food restaurants also offer benefits such as flexible schedules and training opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Fast Food Chef job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,280 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

Hot Prep Cook - Food and Nutrition - Bayfront Hospital

Orlando Health

Saint Petersburg, FL • On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Orlando Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 626 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

305th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description


Position Summary

Prepares all hot food items for both patient and non-patient food services, following all production plans and recipes as assigned by the Executive Chef, Food & Nutrition Supervisor or Production Leader.

This position is located in St Petersburg, FL at Bayfront Hospital


Responsibilities
  • Assists as needed in tray assembly, preparing of special diet needs (puree meals, supplements or non-patient services.
  • Knows basic food preparation techniques including receiving, storing, preparation and holding of food items.
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of food service sanitation and practices infection control procedures. Is familiar with all practices and procedures of the HAACP guidelines and adheres to them.
  • Communicates proper information regarding patient, non-patient or department needs to the Executive Chef, Food and Nutrition Supervisor, Group Leaders and peers of the food service team.
  • Demonstrates a willingness to help on work that needs to be done, will help in other areas of the kitchen when necessary (i.e., cold prep, bakery, store room, café serving line, dish room or tray line.)
  • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
  • Participates in monthly departmental AQ/QI activities and all related services.
  • Observes all departmental rules and regulations.
  • Follows proper portion controls and menu preparation.
  • Is knowledgeable about all cold food preparation procedures and performs these duties when necessary. Follows all universal precautions as they apply to food services.
  • Prepares meat roasting charts, temperature logs, leftover logs, etc. as needed.

Qualifications
  • Ability to read and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.
  • Six(6) months of fast food production or kitchen food production.
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Qualifications:
  • Ability to read and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.
  • Six(6) months of fast food production or kitchen food production.
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Orlando Health is a 3,200-bed system that includes 15 wholly-owned hospitals and emergency departments; rehabilitation services, cancer institutes, heart institutes, imaging and laboratory services, wound care centers, physician offices for adults and pediatrics, skilled nursing facilities, an in-patient behavioral health facility, home healthcare services in partnership with LHC Group, and urgent care centers in partnership with CareSpot Urgent Care. Nearly 4,200 physicians, representing more than 80 medical specialties and subspecialties have privileges across the Orlando Health system, which employs nearly 22,000 team members. Areas of clinical excellence are orthopedics, heart and vascular, cancer care, neurosciences, surgery, pediatric specialties, neonatology, women's health and trauma.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Orlando, FL, US

Year founded

1918