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Home Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef Jobs in Washington, DC

Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

... kitchen culture. * Assist with Scheduling, performance coaching, and maintaining high staff moral. * Collaborate with the Executive Chef on seasonal menu development, recipe creation, tasting dinners ...

... home on menu planning, ordering, recipe development, or R&D. This is a rotational schedule with ... kitchen environment at all times * Be flexible to accommodate a schedule that varies based on the ...

... home on menu planning, ordering, recipe development, or R&D. This is a rotational schedule with ... kitchen environment at all times * Be flexible to accommodate a schedule that varies based on the ...

Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$65K - $78K/yr

MDV, 401k, A premier luxury hospitality group is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join its culinary ... kitchen culture * Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, portioning, and recipe execution

Recipe Creation & Execution: Develop, test, and execute a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked ... in a hot kitchen environment. Benefits: * Competitive salary based on experience * Employee ...

Executive Chef - DMV

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... recipe. They develop and lead our culinary team. The Executive Chef is committed to leading our ... Work with culinary team to develop and test new recipes * Assign production duties to all kitchen ...

Recipe Creation & Execution: Develop, test, and execute a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked ... in a hot kitchen environment. Benefits: * Competitive salary based on experience * Employee ...

Sous Chef-Main

Arlington, VA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

... recipe development and issuing supplies and equipment for food production * Ensure proper staffing ... Ensure all budgeted food, labor and kitchen supply costs are met on a monthly basis * Assist ...

Sous Chef-Main

Arlington, VA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

... recipe development and issuing supplies and equipment for food production * Ensure proper staffing ... Ensure all budgeted food, labor and kitchen supply costs are met on a monthly basis * Assist ...

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How much do home based test kitchen recipe development chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based test kitchen recipe development chef in Washington, DC is $27.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.04 and $35.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Home Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef vs Food Stylist?

AspectHome Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development ChefFood Stylist
Primary RoleDevelops and tests recipes in a home or studio settingPrepares and styles food for photography and media
Work EnvironmentHome kitchens, test kitchens, or studio spacesPhoto shoots, video sets, and studio environments
CredentialsCooking experience, culinary training, food knowledgeFood presentation skills, styling experience, photography knowledge
Industry UsageRecipe development, food brands, publishingAdvertising, magazines, commercial photography

While both roles involve working with food, the Home Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef focuses on creating and testing recipes, whereas the Food Stylist specializes in making food visually appealing for media. They often collaborate but serve different functions in the food industry.

What are the most commonly searched types of Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef jobs in Washington, DC? The most popular types of Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef jobs in Washington, DC are:

Sous Chef

Sulgrave Club

Washington, DC • On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

The Sulgrave Club, a ninety-four-year-old Private Club on Dupont Circle is searching for a dynamic Sous Chef to join our culinary team.

The Club functions as a high-end, boutique hotel with fine dining. We are open for service for our members and their guests seven days a week.

The position is open to an experienced sous chef or a fine dining cook ready for the next step.

The Sous Chef will work at the direction of the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef and supervises and assists in all aspects of food preparation for dining room, private parties, special events and club functions. The Sous Chef assists in supervision of sanitation of food facilities and equipment. The position directly supervises kitchen staff to include cooks, pantry personnel and kitchen stewards. The Chef needs to work well with both the front and back of the house staff and enjoys being out front promoting and communicating culinary insights with the membership.

Some of the requirements that will be necessary for our Sous Chef to succeed are:

  • Lead, mentor, train and develop cooks and stewards while fostering a positive professional kitchen culture.
  • Assist with Scheduling, performance coaching, and maintaining high staff moral.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef on seasonal menu development, recipe creation, tasting dinners, specials, plating standards, and menu costing.
  • Participate in recipe development, plating standards, and menu costing.
  • Assist with purchasing, inventory, food cost control, and waste reduction while maintaining the Club’s quality standards.
  • Minimum of three years of progressive fine dinning experience, preferably in a luxury hotel, private club or Michelin or Forbes rated restaurant.
  • Experience with banquets and a la carte service.
  • ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain).
  • Culinary degree preferred but not required.
  • Operating within all mandatory guidelines, policies, and standards of operations as they relate to Food & Beverage.
  • Candidate is required to be able to occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 pounds and be able to work standing

The Sulgrave Club is a private city club in Washington DC that hosts weddings and private parties for our members and blockbuster, signature club events for up to 250 guests. The Club, housed in a registered historic landmark, offers a variety of beautiful venues that bring a touch of classic elegance to any event. From small lunches to large corporate events every detail is considered.

More detail about Sulgrave Club, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/292821-Sulgrave-Club