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Edward Don & Company

Line Cook

Pacific City, OR · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... Lodge and Spa, a luxury retreat catering to adventure-seekers and the active Pacific NW lifestyle ... chef and sous chef. * Manage inventory of ingredients, ensuring that all necessary items are ...

Noble House Pacific City LLC

Line Cook

Pacific City, OR · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Join the culinary team at Meridian Restaurant and Bar inside the Headlands Coastal Lodge and Spa, a ... chef and sous chef. * Manage inventory of ingredients, ensuring that all necessary items are ...

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How much do lodge chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for lodge chef in Oregon is $26.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $32.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lodge chef?

Lodge chefs are culinary professionals responsible for preparing and cooking meals at lodges, which are accommodations often located in remote or scenic areas such as national parks, ski resorts, or wilderness retreats. They design menus suited to the lodge’s clientele and setting, source ingredients—sometimes locally—and ensure consistent food quality. In addition to cooking, lodge chefs may manage kitchen staff, maintain food safety standards, and adapt to limited resources or equipment typical of remote locations.

What are some unique challenges lodge chefs face compared to restaurant chefs?

Lodge Chefs often work in remote or seasonal locations, which can lead to challenges such as limited access to fresh ingredients and the need for creative menu planning based on available supplies. Additionally, Lodge Chefs may cook for guests with diverse dietary requirements and must frequently adapt to fluctuating guest counts, especially during peak seasons. Collaboration with a smaller, close-knit team is common, requiring flexibility and the ability to handle multiple roles in the kitchen. These environments foster strong camaraderie but also demand adaptability and resourcefulness.

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

To thrive as a Lodge Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning expertise, and food safety knowledge, often backed by a culinary degree or relevant certifications. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and food handling certifications like ServSafe are typically required. Creativity, teamwork, adaptability, and excellent time management make a chef stand out in the unique lodge environment. These skills ensure the delivery of high-quality meals, efficient kitchen operations, and memorable guest experiences in often remote or high-pressure settings.

What is the difference between Lodge Chef vs Resort Chef?

AspectLodge ChefResort Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree or equivalent, food safety certificationsCulinary degree or equivalent, food safety certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, rustic lodges, outdoor settingsResort kitchens, luxury or large-scale hospitality settings
Employer & IndustryOutdoor lodges, wilderness resorts, national parksResorts, vacation destinations, large hospitality companies
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Lodge Chef and a Resort Chef lies in their work environment and setting. Lodge Chefs typically work in remote, rustic lodges or wilderness resorts, focusing on outdoor or nature-based hospitality. Resort Chefs operate in larger, often luxury resorts with extensive kitchen facilities. Both roles require similar culinary credentials and food safety certifications, but their work environments and employer types differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Lodge Chef job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $54,159 per year, or $26 per hour.

Chef De Cuisine for Meridian Restaurant & Bar

Headlands Lodge, Inn at Kiwanda, Hart's Camp

Pacific City, OR • On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Description

Join the Meridian Restaurant and Bar culinary team inside the Headlands Coastal Lodge and Spa, a luxury retreat catering to adventure-seekers and the active Pacific NW lifestyle. We are a medium-sized restaurant, focused on producing a refined dining experience with all the warmth and genuineness that Oregon is famous for. Housing assistance may be available.


OUR CULTURE | Individual Distinction, Collective Soul

The Noble House Hotels & Resorts philosophy emphasizes "location, distinction, and soul." Our properties are not a "one-size-fits-all." And neither are our team members. What makes us unique lies within our team. We are a group of individuals that share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine and we like to have fun.


A day in the life...


As a Chef De Cuisine

Key Accountabilities:

Work alongside the Heart of House in the operation of the Meridian Kitchen.

Oversee and maintain the highest standards of food preparation, recipe execution, plating, and food safety.

Ensure all Heart of House systems, procedures, and processes are clear, concise, documented and followed. This includes utilizing computer-based platforms to manage inventory, ordering, food cost, and recipes.

Demonstrate passion and knowledge, preparing innovative northwest cuisine and supporting the Heart of House team in creating and consistently delivering the menu.

Work well under pressure and confidently lead the Heart of House team by role modeling leadership and company values.

Lead and build a collaborative, high-performing culinary team by directing professional development with active coaching and accountability.

Motivate the team and recognize their success. Create an environment of shared responsibility, feedback, and learning.

Manage employment activities for kitchen staff members, including training, planning, directing, and monitoring work activities and evaluating performance.

Handling complaints and executing a plan of action to resolve the matter.

Ensuring sanitation and safety programs comply with state and federal guidelines.

Ensures compliance to controls and monitors kitchen activities to minimize food and waste costs.

Monitors the condition of equipment and makes recommendations for maintenance, repair,r and upkeep of the kitchen, its equipment, and other areas of the property.

Prepares reports, costs menus, makes schedules, and performs administrative duties as assigned.

Adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor costs.

Manage shifts which include daily decision-making regarding labor and staffing, scheduling, planning, specials, and fresh sheet development while upholding standards, product quality, and cleanliness.

Requirements

You own this if you have...


4 years culinary experience, supervisory and/or management experience, preferably in the hospitality or Resort industry.

State-certified food Handlers and/or ServSafe certified.

Demonstrated experience and capability in staff management and food control.

Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision.

Work flexible hours as required, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Positive attitude, professional manner, and appearance in all situations.


We've got you covered...

Our team members are our most important asset, and that's reflected in our benefits. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

  • Health Benefits Package-Medical/Dental/Vision/EAP
  • Supplemental benefits to select, such as Short-Term disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, and Pet Insurance
  • 401K plan with matching
  • Paid Holidays/Personal/Vacation/Sick time
  • Onsite parking
  • Complimentary shift meal
  • Team Member/Family/Friend home and restaurant discounts within Noble House Hotels & Resorts (nationwide)
  • Career growth opportunities and Recognition Programs

Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

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