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ASM Global

Sous Chef

Waco, TX

$44K - $59K/yr

... live experiences for the guests that we serve. ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public ... Responsible for Kitchen in absence of Executive Chef. * Assists with monthly inventory. * Training ...

ASM Global

Sous Chef

Waco, TX · On-site

$44K - $59K/yr

... live experiences for the guests that we serve. ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public ... Responsible for Kitchen in absence of Executive Chef. * Assists with monthly inventory. * Training ...

Contigo Catering

Pastry Sous Chef

Austin, TX · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

... key roles in special events, such as whole animal roasts at outdoor events or a live fire ... The Pastry Sous Chef's day-to-day will reflect current events and ongoing priorities, but can ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Austin, TX · On-site

$24.50/hr

The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ... Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Taylor, TX · On-site

$28/hr

The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ... Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and ...

Contigo Catering

Pastry Sous Chef

Austin, TX · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

... key roles in special events, such as whole animal roasts at outdoor events or a live fire ... The Pastry Sous Chef's day-to-day will reflect current events and ongoing priorities, but can ...

Waterstreet Restaurants

Executive Chef

Houston, TX · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

We are a Tex-Mex location specializing in scratch cooking, sizzling fajitas, cold margaritas, and ... Our Mission : "We exist to enhance the value of the Coastal Bend as a great place to live, work ...

American Cruise Lines

Be Seen First

Executive Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

$70K - $97K/yr

As Executive Chef, you'll be responsible for delivering an unforgettable culinary experience ... This position requires the ability to live and satisfactorily perform job duties in an environment ...

Aramark

Chef de Cuisine - Caprock

Pampa, TX

$55K - $70K/yr

The Chef de Cuisine will oversee daily culinary operations, food production, menu execution, recipe ... in workforce communities built for people who live and work on site. Nexus teams help create clean ...

Aramark

Chef de Cuisine - Caprock

Pampa, TX · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

The Chef de Cuisine will oversee daily culinary operations, food production, menu execution, recipe ... in workforce communities built for people who live and work on site. Nexus teams help create clean ...

Aramark

Chef de Cuisine - Caprock

Pampa, TX

$55K - $70K/yr

The Chef de Cuisine will oversee daily culinary operations, food production, menu execution, recipe ... in workforce communities built for people who live and work on site. Nexus teams help create clean ...

Compass Group

CHEF

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

$20/hr

The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Oak View Group

Chef | Part-Time | Lone Star

Conroe, TX

$20/hr

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services ... We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a ...

Aramark

Chef de Cuisine - Caprock

Pampa, TX · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

The Chef de Cuisine will oversee daily culinary operations, food production, menu execution, recipe ... in workforce communities built for people who live and work on site. Nexus teams help create clean ...

Oak View Group

Chef | Part-Time | Lone Star

Conroe, TX · On-site

$20/hr

Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment ... Position Summary We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate ...

Mexican Sugar Addison

Executive Chef

Plano, TX

$75K - $95K/yr

At Mexican Sugar, the Executive Chef takes guests on a delicious journey through Latin American ... Live within reasonable driving distance to one of our current restaurants We participate in the E ...

Spectra

Chef | Part-Time | Lone Star

Conroe, TX · On-site

$20/hr

Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment ... Overview We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in chef in Texas is $22.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $28.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Live In Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning expertise, and a background in food safety, often supported by culinary school training or chef certifications. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and inventory systems is typically required. Excellent organizational abilities, discretion, and the capacity to adapt to clients' preferences are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for delivering high-quality meals, maintaining a harmonious household, and meeting the specific needs of clients in a private setting.

What are live-in chefs?

Live-in chefs are professional cooks who reside at their employer's residence to prepare meals on a full-time basis. They are responsible for planning menus, shopping for ingredients, and cooking daily meals tailored to the household's preferences and dietary requirements. In addition to meal preparation, live-in chefs may also handle kitchen organization, staff management, and special event catering. This arrangement offers families the convenience of personalized, high-quality meals without needing to dine out or cook themselves. Live-in chefs often work for private households, estates, or high-profile individuals.

What are some unique challenges a Live In Chef may face compared to traditional restaurant chefs?

A Live In Chef often navigates the balance between privacy and professionalism, as they work within a client's home and may have to adjust to the household's routines and preferences. Unlike restaurant chefs, they typically manage all aspects of the kitchen, including meal planning, grocery shopping, and maintaining the kitchen's cleanliness. Flexibility is crucial, as schedules can change and dietary needs may shift quickly. Building strong communication and trust with the household is essential for success and long-term satisfaction in this role.

What is the difference between Live In Chef vs Personal Chef?

AspectLive In ChefPersonal Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, certifications often preferredCulinary training, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentResides on client’s property, works full-timePrepares meals at client’s home, flexible hours
Employer & IndustryLuxury households, private estatesIndividuals, families, small groups
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for full-time, on-site culinary staffSeeking personalized, on-demand meal services

Live In Chefs typically reside on the client’s property, working full-time and providing daily meal preparation. Personal Chefs usually work on a part-time basis, preparing meals in the client’s home without residing there. Both roles require culinary skills, but Live In Chefs often need additional certifications and experience for full-time residence and duties.

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Sous Chef

Sous Chef

ASM Global

Waco, TX

$44K - $59K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

ASM Global rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

113th of 216 rated facilities management

Job description

Summary

As the world's leading venue management company and producer of live event experiences, ASM Global is the preeminent management and content partner with over 350 venues worldwide. Operating and investing in the world's most important stadiums, arenas, convention centers, and theaters requires unmatched dedication and the most profound expertise. Our focus is YOU! Through investments in growth, resources, and technology we strive to enhance the experience of our internal Team Members and to continue creating amazing live experiences for the guests that we serve.

ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for the Sous Chef at the Waco Convention Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Includes the following:

  • Ordering, receiving and preparing food items.
  • Maintaining food costs and budget goals.
  • Produce required product according to Banquet Event Orders for each event.
  • Maintains an active role in local hospitality community and professional associations.
  • Attend in-house event-related meetings and relays immediate changes with other departments.
  • Maintaining all kitchen equipment cleanliness and annual maintenance.
  • Training of all kitchen and stewarding staff to in clued "Serve-safe" and any health department regulations.
  • Maintain a Health Department score of 90 or higher.
  • Inventory controls.
  • Responsible for Kitchen in absence of Executive Chef.
  • Assists with monthly inventory.
  • Training of all cooks.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Supervises all kitchen and stewarding staff

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills and Abilities

  • Advanced oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong orientation to customer service and ability to work with other staff members in the facility.
  • Results oriented individual with the ability to meet required budgetary goals.
  • Excellent organizational, planning, communication, and inter-personal skills.
  • Ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks.
  • Computer skills to include Excel programs.
  • Must adhere to local Health Department codes.
  • Ability to be creative with food presentations and maintain a quality product.

Education and/or Experience

  • At least four years of culinary experience in a banquet facility producing meals for large events.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Serve-Safe Certified

Physical Demands

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • This position requires minimal stooping and lifting. Substantial standing, walking and manual dexterity to operate office equipment such as a computer is required.

Note

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer,

and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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About ASM Global

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ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world's most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China and Van Andel Arena, DeVos Place & DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2019

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