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Government Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Reporting to the Executive Chef & Director of Culinary Programs, the Head Chef will oversee the ... Experience working with government agencies, such as NYC Aging and Child and Adult Care Food ...

Sous Chef

Laredo, TX

$38K - $52K/yr

Sous Chef Club Mission "The premier private club experience, Laredo Country Club provides a family ... This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 ...

Sous Chef

Laredo, TX · On-site

$38K - $52K/yr

Sous Chef Club Mission "The premier private club experience, Laredo Country Club provides a family ... This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 ...

Chef Manager

Revere, MA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

... government compliance and corporate requirements. * Supports quality and execution of catering ... The Chef Manager must have an excellent driving record and valid driver's license and be able to ...

... government compliance and corporate requirements. * Supports quality and execution of catering ... The Chef Manager must have an excellent driving record and valid driver's license and be able to ...

Sous Chef

Sharon Hill, PA · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Quality Control each order for adherence to Corporate and Government guidelines. * Maintain ... The Sous Chef must have an excellent driving record. OPERATIONAL DEMANDS * The demands described ...

Sous Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Quality Control each order for adherence to Corporate and Government guidelines. * Maintain ... The Sous Chef must have an excellent driving record. OPERATIONAL DEMANDS * The demands described ...

... government regulations and TBC standards. * Regularly clean and sanitize galley walls, range hood ... cook, Chef du Partie or Sous Chef. Formal culinary training may substitute for a portion of ...

... government regulations and TBC standards. * Regularly clean and sanitize galley walls, range hood ... cook, Chef du Partie or Sous Chef. Formal culinary training may substitute for a portion of ...

... government regulations and TBC standards. * Regularly clean and sanitize galley walls, range hood ... cook, Chef du Partie or Sous Chef. Formal culinary training may substitute for a portion of ...

Executive Chef

Newport News, VA · On-site

$64K - $89K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for the successful operation and administration of the culinary ... Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation, and food subsidies when ...

Executive Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$81K - $112K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for the successful operation and administration of the culinary ... Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation, and food subsidies when ...

Executive Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$81K - $112K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for the successful operation and administration of the culinary ... Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation, and food subsidies when ...

Sous Chef

Nashville, TN · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef to train and develop the culinary staff ... Ensures that all safety, health, security and loss control policies and procedures and Government ...

Executive Chef

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$84K - $116K/yr

The Executive Chef is responsible for the successful operation and administration of the culinary ... Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation, and food subsidies when ...

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How much do government chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for government chef in the United States is $63,994.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a government chef?

A Government Chef is responsible for preparing meals in government institutions such as military bases, correctional facilities, schools, or official residences. They follow strict food safety regulations and often manage a team of kitchen staff. Their duties may include menu planning, budgeting, and ensuring meals meet dietary and nutritional guidelines. Depending on the setting, they may cater for large groups or prepare high-profile meals for government officials.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a government chef?

To thrive as a Government Chef, you need expertise in large-scale food preparation, menu planning, and safe food handling, typically complemented by formal culinary training and relevant certifications like ServSafe. Experience with institutional kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and compliance with federal or state food safety regulations is also important. Leadership, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are vital for managing staff and coordinating with other departments. These competencies ensure efficient kitchen operations, high-quality meal service, and adherence to strict health and safety standards in a public sector environment.

What types of teams do government chefs typically collaborate with, and how does this impact daily operations?

Government Chefs often work closely with dietitians, food service managers, procurement staff, and kitchen personnel to plan and execute meals that meet specific guidelines and budgets. They may also coordinate with security, event planners, or healthcare professionals depending on the facility, such as schools, correctional institutions, or government offices. This collaboration ensures that menu offerings are nutritious, cost-effective, and meet regulatory requirements, while also supporting smooth kitchen workflows. Being part of a multidisciplinary team allows Government Chefs to play a vital role in public service and positively impact the wellbeing of those they serve.

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Infographic showing various Government Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,994 per year, or $30.8 per hour.

Office Coordinator - Legal, Compliance & Government Affairs

Washington, DC • On-site


Koch Industries
Oil and Gas Extraction • 10K+ employees

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

137th of 544 rated manufacturers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Paid breaks


$65K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Your Job
Koch Capabilities is seeking an Office Legal Coordinator in our D.C. office to support the Government Affairs and Legal & Compliance Capability. This role interacts regularly with senior leaders, external stakeholders, and congressional offices, requiring professionalism, discretion, and strong communication skills.
Our ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable-someone who enjoys solving problems, continuous learning, supporting a variety of tasks, and using technology to improve efficiency.
Our Team
The role will sit within the Koch Capabilities Legal Operations team. Our team creates value by partnering with leaders and teams to provide proactive, elevated, and agile support. We are deeply committed to leveraging transformative technologies, including AI, to enhance our operations and drive continuous improvement. As we support the various Koch Companies, we strive to anticipate needs to minimize opportunity cost and maximize support capabilities to deliver excellent solutions that enable value creation. As a team, we encourage collaboration, knowledge sharing and mutual learning to create an inclusive environment fostering self-actualization.
What You Will Do
• Approach tasks with an emphasis on process improvement and transformation, experimenting with and utilizing tools such as AI technology.
• Enable Government Affairs and Legal leadership to operate efficiently by providing support which may include complex calendar management, meeting preparation, event and catering coordination, preparation of expense reports, and travel arrangements
• Coordinate and support meetings and communications involving senior executives, external stakeholders, and congressional office staff, ensuring materials, logistics, and follow-up are handled with accuracy, professionalism, and discretion
• Ensure smooth day-to-day office operations by resolution of IT issues, management of office supplies, employee move requests, mail/shipment requests, and conference room reservations and setups
• Serve as a professional point of contact for visitors and external stakeholders in the D.C. office, helping ensure a high-quality experience that reflects the standards of the Government Affairs and Legal & Compliance Capability
• Provide support with additional administrative tasks as needed, such as PowerPoint creation, document editing, SharePoint site management and data organization.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
• Experience in a professional work environment
• Experience with technology and transformation efforts to refine and automate business processes
• Experience utilizing Microsoft office tools (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment
• Experience independently managing and prioritizing multiple tasks and projects with minimal supervision
• Experience identifying inefficiencies and solving for a solution
• Experience working collaboratively with teammates and customers through building business relationships
What Will Put You Ahead
• Executive level administrative experience
• Experience supporting senior executives, government affairs teams, congressional offices, or other public policy stakeholders
• Comfortability with leveraging AI technology for improved efficiency
For this role, we anticipate paying $65,000 - $80,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
Koch creates and innovates a wide spectrum of products and services that make life better. Our work spans a vast number of industries across the world, including engineered technology, refining, chemicals and polymers, pulp and paper, glass, electronics and many more. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, Koch employs about 120,000 employees across the globe .
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).


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