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

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 ...

Recipe Creation & Execution: Develop, test, and execute a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked ... Menu Development: Collaborate with the executive chef or management team to design seasonal and ...

Recipe Creation & Execution: Develop, test, and execute a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked ... Menu Development: Collaborate with the executive chef or management team to design seasonal and ...

Sous Chef

Arlington, VA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff performance. * Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. * Contribute to menu development and recipe creation. * Step in for the Executive Chef ...

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Can move comfortably between the test kitchen, supplier meetings, executive conversations ... Lead our Research & Development and Quality Assurance teams, building a high-performing culinary ...

Can move comfortably between the test kitchen, supplier meetings, executive conversations ... Lead our Research & Development and Quality Assurance teams, building a high-performing culinary ...

Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

... of kitchen operations, supporting all aspects of food production, team development, food safety ... and recipe testing. * Collaborate closely with the front-of-house leadership team to create a ...

Executive Chef

Washington, DC

$80K - $111K/yr

In our kitchen, people shape experiences--you will define our culinary identity, craft memorable ... Team Development & Culture: Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor all BOH personnel. Build a ...

Sous Chef

Herndon, VA · On-site

$51K - $69K/yr

... the development and implementation of policies and controls on issues relating to Kitchen ... recipe, portion control and specifications etc. * Control food cost by training kitchen staff on ...

Chef de Cuisine

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Lead daily kitchen operations and service with confidence and composure. * Train, mentor, and ... Collaborate on seasonal menu development, recipe testing, and creative initiatives. * Manage ...

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On Call Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef information

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

As of Aug 23, 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?

The most popular types of Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef jobs in Washington, DC are:

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.

Chef De Cuisine

the Chef Agency

Washington, DC • On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Salary: $100,000-115,000
Location: Washington DC
Benefits: MDV, 401k, relocation assistance, bonus up to 10%
A premier luxury hospitality group is seeking a talented Chef de Cuisine to join its culinary team and support the execution of an upscale, chef-driven concept
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of progressive culinary experience in upscale, fine-dining, or chef-driven restaurants
  • Previous leadership experience as a Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or experienced Sous Chef
  • Strong background in menu development, recipe creation, costing, and seasonal sourcing
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and develop a high-performing culinary team

Responsibilities:
  • Lead all day-to-day culinary operations and ensure smooth, consistent service execution
  • Develop seasonal menus, recipes, specials, and plating standards in collaboration with the Executive Chef
  • Recruit, train, coach, and develop the culinary team while fostering a positive, accountable kitchen culture

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Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

2013

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