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On Call Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef Jobs in Washington, DC

NeoDym Technologies

Sous Chef - Full time

Sterling, VA · On-site

$60K - $64K/yr

Research, test, and experiment with recipes in collaboration with the culinary team. * Prepare and ... kitchen and culinary skills. * Experience with menu design and recipe development. * Knowledge of ...

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Sulgrave Club

Sous Chef

Washington, DC

$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 ...

Merriweather Lakehouse

Sous Chef

Columbia, MD · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Assist with menu development, specials, seasonal offerings, and recipe development.Train, coach ... Ensure all kitchen stations are properly stocked, organized, clean, and ready for service.Monitor ...

Merriweather Lakehouse

Sous Chef

Columbia, MD · On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

... and recipe development. * Train, coach, and develop culinary team members on proper cooking ... Ensure all kitchen stations are properly stocked, organized, clean, and ready for service.

Merriweather Lakehouse

Sous Chef

Columbia, MD · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

... and recipe development. * Train, coach, and develop culinary team members on proper cooking ... Ensure all kitchen stations are properly stocked, organized, clean, and ready for service.

RIDGEWELLS INC

Executive Chef - Major Events

Bethesda, MD

$74K - $102K/yr

Responsible for menu development, recipe development, sourcing of products, purchasing, food ... Assists Ridgewells Main Kitchen Executive Chef as needed. * Responsible for inventory control ...

Cuisine Solutions

Sous Chef

Sterling, VA

$50K - $68K/yr

... food presentations, recipe development, Food and Equipment inventory maintenance The Company ... Excellent kitchen skills * Strong communication skills * Professional demeanor and image

Cuisine Solutions

Sous Chef

Sterling, VA · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

... food presentations, recipe development, Food and Equipment inventory maintenance The Company ... Excellent kitchen skills * Strong communication skills * Professional demeanor and image

Cuisine Solutions

Sous Chef

Sterling, VA · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

... food presentations, recipe development, Food and Equipment inventory maintenance The Company ... Kitchen Managers, and Restaurant Owners Experience with menu design preferred Front of house ...

the Chef Agency

Sous Chef

Washington, DC

$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

Farmers Restaurant Group

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 ...

Farmers Restaurant Group

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 ...

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How much do on call test kitchen recipe development chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for on call test kitchen recipe development chef in Washington, DC is $58,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,200.00 and $70,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between On Call Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef vs Test Kitchen Assistant?

AspectOn Call Test Kitchen Recipe Development ChefTest Kitchen Assistant
CredentialsCulinary degree, experience in recipe developmentBasic culinary training or related experience
Work EnvironmentDevelops recipes, tests and refines culinary ideasSupports recipe testing, prep work, and organization
Employer & Industry UsageFood brands, publishers, media companiesTest kitchens, food companies, media outlets

The On Call Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef focuses on creating and refining recipes, often working independently or on specific projects. In contrast, the Test Kitchen Assistant provides support in testing, prep, and organization tasks. Both roles are essential in a test kitchen environment but differ mainly in responsibility level and scope of work.

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

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On Call Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef jobs near you
Infographic showing various On Call Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,552 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Sous Chef - Full time

NeoDym Technologies

Sterling, VA • On-site

$60K - $64K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Sous Chef 

Position: Sous Chef
Location: Sterling, VA
Salary: $60,000–$64,000 per year
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Organization

Our client is a leading global food manufacturing and culinary innovation organization specializing in advanced food preparation and sous vide solutions. With established domestic and international operations, the organization serves a diverse range of customers across the foodservice, hospitality, and culinary industries. Known for its focus on quality, innovation, and reliability, the company provides a collaborative environment where culinary professionals can contribute to recipe development, product innovation, customer presentations, and culinary demonstrations.

Position Summary

We are seeking a passionate and creative Sous Chef to support culinary operations, recipe development, menu creation, food presentation, product demonstrations, and client engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong professional kitchen experience, knowledge of sous vide techniques, excellent communication skills, and the ability to confidently interact with clients, executive chefs, restaurant owners, and culinary teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Research, test, and experiment with recipes in collaboration with the culinary team.
  • Prepare and professionally plate food for client presentations and demonstrations.
  • Collaborate with culinary leadership to create dishes utilizing sous vide products.
  • Assist with menu development based on client and customer requirements.
  • Ensure high-quality plating, garnishing, and food presentation.
  • Communicate with clients regarding ingredients, preparation methods, appetizers, entrées, and desserts.
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of sous vide cooking techniques.
  • Participate in trade shows, culinary demonstrations, and customer presentations.
  • Develop knowledge of company products, ingredients, composition, and applications.
  • Explain products and culinary solutions to prospective and existing clients.
  • Maintain food, ingredient, and equipment inventory.
  • Follow GMP, food safety, quality, sanitation, and company policies.
  • Travel as needed to support sales teams, customer presentations, and culinary demonstrations.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a Chef and/or Sous Chef.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or equivalent culinary certification.
  • Strong professional kitchen and culinary skills.
  • Experience with menu design and recipe development.
  • Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
  • ServSafe certification.
  • Knowledge of sous vide cooking techniques.
  • Ability to communicate culinary terminology effectively with clients, executive chefs, kitchen managers, and restaurant owners.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability and willingness to travel as required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a Michelin-starred restaurant or comparable high-end culinary environment.
  • Front-of-house experience.
  • Experience conducting client-facing culinary presentations and demonstrations.
  • Previous experience working with sous vide products and techniques.