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Jamaica Pon Di Road

Chef/Manager

Missouri City, TX

After honing his skills in esteemed establishments like Sandals- Royal Plantation, Grand Lido Braco, and Riu Hotel, Chef G's passion unexpectedly transformed into a flourishing family business. In ...

Comfort Inn

Line Cook/ Hotel Chef

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$11 - $15/hr

Coordinate planning, budgeting, and purchasing for all the food operations within establishments such as clubs, hotels, or restaurant chains. * Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees ...

Fairlane Hotel

Executive Chef - Fairlane Hotel

Nashville, TN · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

EXECUTIVE CHEF Culinary/Food and Beverage Property:Fairlane Hotel - Nashville, TN Department:Culinary/Food and Beverage Reports To:General Manager Status:Full-Time, Salaried / Exempt Schedule:On ...

Goodwin Recruiting

Hotel Executive Chef

Cincinnati, OH

$90K - $100K/yr

An award-winning boutique hotel in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations. This role is responsible for the overall leadership of the ...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hotel Sous Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

$72K - $85K/yr

Qualifications: • Previous culinary supervisory experience in a hotel environment required. • Prior sous chef experience preferred. • Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, cooking techniques ...

Goodwin Recruiting

Boutique Hotel Sous Chef

Chatham, MA

$54K - $73K/yr

We are seeking a Boutique Hotel Sous Chef for our Chatham Hotel. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in fine-dining / upscale cooking, have a passion for the culinary arts and love ...

Gecko Hospitality

$66K - $75K/yr

Hotels Chef de Cuisine Refined Casual Dining  Job Summary: Chef de Cuisine is recognized as a manager of the kitchen. The Chef de Cuisine trains and develops all culinary & stewarding team members ...

Hotel Magdalena

Sous Chef - Hotel Magdalena

Austin, TX · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

A Sous Chef will exceed the expectations of all Bunkhouse guests in a multitude of tasks including ... Who We Are: In the mid-1950s and 1960s, the Terrace Motor Hotel sat on the same location as the ...

Hospitality Spotlight

Hotel Banquet Chef

Aptos, CA · On-site

Hospitality Spotlight is working with a luxury client in the central coast of California and we are looking for a hotel Banquet Chef. The Work: * Oversee day-to-day hotel kitchen staff * Menu ...

Hyatt Regency Boston

Hotel Sous Chef

Boston, MA

$72K - $85K/yr

Promote a respectful, inclusive, organized, and guest-focused kitchen environment. • Previous culinary supervisory experience in a hotel environment required. • Prior sous chef experience ...

Hyatt Regency Boston

Hotel Sous Chef

Boston, MA

$72K - $85K/yr

Promote a respectful, inclusive, organized, and guest-focused kitchen environment. • Previous culinary supervisory experience in a hotel environment required. • Prior sous chef experience ...

Hôtel Swexan

Executive Sous Chef (Hotel Swexan)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$64K - $82K/yr

Hotel Swexan has a surprise around every corner. Forget, for a second, where you came from, and leave with a memory that keeps you coming back. Summary The Executive Sous Chef is responsible to ...

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How much do hotel chef jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for hotel chef in the United States is $79,308.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $91,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hotel Chef vs Restaurant Chef?

AspectHotel ChefRestaurant Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, certifications in food safetyCulinary degree, certifications in food safety
Work EnvironmentHotels, large kitchens, banquet settingsRestaurants, smaller kitchens, dining areas
Employer & IndustryHotels, hospitality industryRestaurants, food service industry
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Hotel Chef and a Restaurant Chef lies in their work environment and scope. Hotel Chefs typically work in large hotel kitchens, preparing meals for guests across various dining venues and events. Restaurant Chefs focus on daily restaurant service, often with a more specialized menu. Both roles require culinary certifications and experience, but their daily responsibilities and settings differ significantly.

What are some common challenges a Hotel Chef faces in managing a kitchen team?

Hotel Chefs often manage a diverse team with varying skill levels, which can present challenges in maintaining consistent food quality and efficient workflow. Balancing multiple meal services, accommodating special dietary requests, and adapting to high guest volumes during peak times require strong organizational and communication skills. Additionally, Hotel Chefs must ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while fostering a positive, collaborative environment to keep the team motivated and productive.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hotel Chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hotel Chef, you need culinary expertise, a strong understanding of food safety, and often a degree from a culinary school or equivalent experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Leadership, creativity, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing kitchen staff and crafting memorable dining experiences. These skills ensure consistent, high-quality food service, efficient kitchen operations, and guest satisfaction in a competitive hospitality environment.

What does a Hotel Chef do?

A Hotel Chef is responsible for overseeing the preparation and presentation of food in a hotel’s kitchen. Their duties include designing menus, supervising kitchen staff, ensuring food safety standards, and managing kitchen inventory. They work closely with other departments to accommodate guests’ dietary needs and maintain high culinary standards. Hotel Chefs also handle budgeting, purchasing, and may be involved in staff training and development.
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Infographic showing various Hotel Chef job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,308 per year, or $38.1 per hour.
Hotel Sous Chef - LEGOLAND(R) Florida Hotels

Hotel Sous Chef - LEGOLAND(R) Florida Hotels

Aramark

Winter Haven, FL • On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Aramark rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 1,237 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

345th of 437 rated business services

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for Hotel Sous Chef who can help us deliver the best customer service and food experiences at the LEGOLAND Florida Resort. 

  • Reporting to the Hotel Chef de Cuisine, you'll take a hands-on approach in focusing on team development, culinary expertise, safety protocol, and client relations.
  • Our Hotel Sous Chef will also play a key role in helping us meet budget requirements and execute company-delivered programs. 

Just like you, we're passionate about everything we do, and we'll make sure you have the right growth opportunities to reach the peak of your career. 

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $50,000 to $55,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer.  This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.   Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.  Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.  For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

 
Job Responsibilities
 

  • Train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities 

  • Estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food 

  • Select and develop recipes as well as standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality 

  • Establish presentation technique and quality standards, and plan and price menus 

  • Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen 

  • Oversee special catering events and may also offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrates culinary techniques 

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. 

Qualifications
  • Requires 2-3 years of experience in a related position  

  • Requires 2-3 years of post-high school education or equivalent experience 

  • Culinary degree preferred 

  • Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession 

  • Requires experiential knowledge of management of people and/or problems 

  • Requires oral, reading and written communication skills 

  • Ability to work a schedule which will include evenings, weekends and holidays.
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About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Industry

Hospitality services and facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

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