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Everline Resort & Spa

Line Cook I, II, III

CA · On-site

$20 - $35/hr

... Chef. About Everline Resort & Spa Located in California's Olympic Valley, Everline Resort & Spa ... For Full Time Year-Round Team Members Responsibilities Line Cook III (Senior/Lead LineCook): * Take ...

Everline Resort & Spa

Line Cook I, II, III

Olympic Valley, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

... Chef. About Everline Resort & Spa Located in California's Olympic Valley, Everline Resort & Spa ... For Full Time Year-Round Team Members Responsibilities Line Cook III (Senior/Lead LineCook): * Take ...

Brookdale Senior Living, Inc.

Cook

Reno, NV · On-site

$17 - $21.20/hr

... Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to ... Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility * Medical, Dental, Vision insurance * 401(k) * Associate ...

Meruelo Group

Baker-1

Reno, NV

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

... pastry/bakery chef approval. Maintain clean and sanitary workstations within Servsafe and GSR ... Employment Type: Full time

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

Norden, CA · On-site

The role is full time and does offer FREE housing on site. Benefits: * Housing available * Employer ... Collaborate with chefs and other team members to coordinate tasks and maintain a smooth kitchen ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

Norden, CA

The role is full time and does offer FREE housing on site. Benefits: * Housing available * Employer ... Collaborate with chefs and other team members to coordinate tasks and maintain a smooth kitchen ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

Norden, CA · On-site

The role is full time and does offer FREE housing on site. Benefits: * Housing available * Employer ... Collaborate with chefs and other team members to coordinate tasks and maintain a smooth kitchen ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

CA · On-site

The role is full time and does offer FREE housing on site. Benefits: * Housing available * Employer ... Collaborate with chefs and other team members to coordinate tasks and maintain a smooth kitchen ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

Norden, CA · On-site

The role is full time and does offer FREE housing on site. Benefits: * Housing available * Employer ... Collaborate with chefs and other team members to coordinate tasks and maintain a smooth kitchen ...

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How much do full time chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time chef in Reno, NV is $24.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $30.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Chef vs Part Time Chef?

AspectFull Time ChefPart Time Chef
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
Employment StatusFull-time employment with benefitsPart-time employment, usually no benefits
CertificationsOften requires culinary certifications or experienceSimilar certifications, but less emphasis on experience
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesSame as full-time, but with flexible scheduling

Full Time Chefs work regular, full-week hours with benefits, while Part Time Chefs have flexible, fewer hours without benefits. Both roles require culinary skills and certifications, but the employment structure and hours differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a full time chef?

To thrive as a Full Time Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning expertise, and a relevant culinary degree or apprenticeship. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety certifications, and inventory management systems is typically required. Leadership, creativity, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for consistently delivering high-quality dishes, maintaining kitchen efficiency, and leading a cohesive team in a demanding environment.

What are some common challenges faced by full time chefs in a professional kitchen?

Full-time chefs often encounter challenges such as managing high-pressure environments, maintaining consistency in food quality during busy service hours, and efficiently coordinating with kitchen staff. Balancing creativity with menu demands and dietary restrictions can also be demanding. Additionally, chefs must stay updated with food safety standards and often work long or irregular hours, especially during weekends and holidays. However, overcoming these challenges fosters strong teamwork, skill development, and career advancement opportunities.

What is a full time chef?

Full time chefs are professional cooks who work in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, or other food establishments on a consistent, usually 40-hour-per-week basis. They are responsible for planning menus, preparing and cooking meals, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. Full time chefs may specialize in specific cuisines or types of dishes, and often oversee inventory, budgeting, and compliance with health regulations. Their role is essential to the daily operations of any food service establishment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Chef jobs in Reno, NV?

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Infographic showing various Full Time Chef job openings in Reno, NV as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,075 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Chef Tournant - Fine Dining

Marriott

Truckee, CA

$18 - $22.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Marriott International rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,186 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

54th of 108 rated hotels

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe is now partnering with the Rouxbe Cooking School to offer culinary associates engaging online training opportunities to help grow their careers. Through Rouxbe's self-paced online platform and culinary training curriculum, Marriott associates with all levels of culinary experience will have access to hundreds of well-designed and visually appealing lessons they can immediately apply to their jobs.

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.

Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.

License or Certification: None

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. Marriott International considers for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world's top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.


Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

Your role will be to ensure that the "Gold Standards" of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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