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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 ...

GR Dayton Gaming

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Dayton, NV · On-site

Job Type Full-time Description Job Summary: The Assistant Kitchen Manager performs any duty or task required by the Kitchen Manager/ Executive Chef and prepares all menu items to established ...

Troon

Lead Bartender

Reno, NV

$20/hr

The Lead Bartender works closely with the Front of House Manager and Executive Chef to ensure the ... Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (for full-time employees) * Paid Time Off * 401(k) eligibility

Troon Golf

Lead Bartender

Reno, NV · On-site

$20/hr

The Lead Bartender works closely with the Front of House Manager and Executive Chef to ensure the ... Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (for full-time employees) * Paid Time Off * 401(k) eligibility

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

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 ...

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How much do full time chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 24, 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, and why are they important?

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 are full time chefs?

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.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Chef job openings in Reno, NV as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,075 per year, or $24.6 per hour.
Food Runner-Full Time- Swing-Ramsay Kitchen

Food Runner-Full Time- Swing-Ramsay Kitchen

Caesars Entertainment

Reno, NV • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Caesars Entertainment rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 243 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 140 rated casinos

Job description


Responsibilities of Food Runners include serving food orders to guests in a timely manner as well as keeping dining area clean. Make sure modifications are made to food items correctly and work directly with the chefs to communicate important information.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare dining room
  • Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests' tables and the bar quickly and accurately
  • Answer guests' questions about ingredients and menu items
  • Present a professional manner at all times
  • Protect establishment and guests by adhering to sanitation and safety policies
  • Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature)
  • Act as the contact point between front of the house and back of the house staff
  • Maintain table setting by removing courses as completed, replenishing utensils, refilling water glasses, being alert to guest spills or other special needs
  • Close dining facility by cleaning chairs and tables, sweeping and/or vacuuming floors, and removing trash and recyclables from the facility
  • Exemplify our core values, family style service, our mission and vision
  • Exemplify our DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) culture
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Experience using basic cleaning supplies such as brooms, dustpans, spray bottles, and towels
  • Experience using and cleaning cocktail trays, bus carts, glass and silverware racks, coffee and iced tea makers, juice dispensers, soda dispensers, soda Bag-in-Box system, sharp knives, and lemon slicer
  • High School diploma or equivalent

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Work may be performed in an area, which may be unusually noisy and crowded
  • Mobility to include bending, reaching, prolonged standing and walking, accessing and lifting items from floor level to six feet high
  • Normal sense of smell, touch, sound and vision range
  • Eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity
  • Work area is subject to variable temperatures
  • May be subject to smoking environment and moderate noise

GUEST SERVICE (INTERNAL/EXTERNAL) STANDARDS: Employee is required to meet and deliver our core values, service standards, and family style service.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must have the ability to provide internal/ external guests with service excellence, have excellent communication skills and observation skills, and have an easygoing demeanor to ensure a fun and safe environment for our guests. Above average speech - both speaking and reading/writing English. Need excellent interpersonal skills. Work requires schedule flexibility which may include days off, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

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