Hotel Executive Chef
$120K - $130K/yr
Minimum 3-5 years experience as an Executive Chef or strong Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel ... performance. Hands-on presence -- visible during prep and service, actively mentoring and ...
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Hotel Executive Chef
$120K - $130K/yr
Minimum 3-5 years experience as an Executive Chef or strong Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel ... performance. Hands-on presence -- visible during prep and service, actively mentoring and ...
Line Cook
Houston, TX · On-site
$16 - $22/hr
Our menu showcases premium, wood-fired steaks, refined seasonal ingredients, and elevated technique in a high-performance, chef-driven environment. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who ...
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Line Cook
Houston, TX · On-site
$16 - $22/hr
Our menu showcases premium, wood-fired steaks, refined seasonal ingredients, and elevated technique in a high-performance, chef-driven environment. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who ...
Banquet Chef
$65K - $80K/yr
Lead and supervise banquet kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance ... Proven experience as a Banquet Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or similar high-volume role * Strong ...
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Banquet Chef
$65K - $80K/yr
Lead and supervise banquet kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance ... Proven experience as a Banquet Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or similar high-volume role * Strong ...
Banquet Chef
New York, NY · On-site
Lead and supervise banquet kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance ... Proven experience as a Banquet Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or similar high-volume role * Strong ...
Banquet Chef
New York, NY · On-site
Lead and supervise banquet kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance ... Proven experience as a Banquet Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or similar high-volume role * Strong ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Paterson, NJ · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Paterson, NJ · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Jersey City, NJ · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Jersey City, NJ · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
$24 - $26/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
$24 - $26/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Summit, NJ · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Summit, NJ · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Boston, MA · On-site
$26 - $29/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Boston, MA · On-site
$26 - $29/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$26 - $29/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Wellesley, MA · On-site
$26 - $29/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
White Plains, NY · On-site
$24 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
White Plains, NY · On-site
$24 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
$25 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
$25 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Paterson, NJ · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Paterson, NJ · On-site
$23 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
$24 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
$24 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$23 - $24/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$23 - $24/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Chicago, IL · On-site
$24 - $26/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Chicago, IL · On-site
$24 - $26/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$23 - $24/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$23 - $24/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Executive Chef
Midland, MI · On-site
$110K - $130K/yr
Requirements : * 5+ years of Executive Chef experience within upscale hotel operations. * Strong ... Maintains accountability for culinary financial performance, including food cost, labor cost ...
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Executive Chef
Midland, MI · On-site
$110K - $130K/yr
Requirements : * 5+ years of Executive Chef experience within upscale hotel operations. * Strong ... Maintains accountability for culinary financial performance, including food cost, labor cost ...
Full-time Personal Chef
Westport, CT · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
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Full-time Personal Chef
Westport, CT · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and ... Profit Sharing At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a ...
Performance Chef information
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$40K - $50.3K
3% of jobs
$50.3K - $60.6K
16% of jobs
$64.9K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$60.6K - $71K
15% of jobs
$71K - $81.3K
7% of jobs
$81.3K - $91.6K
7% of jobs
The median wage is $95.5K / yr.
$91.6K - $101.9K
4% of jobs
$101.9K - $112.2K
6% of jobs
$112.2K - $122.5K
16% of jobs
$123K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$122.5K - $132.9K
6% of jobs
$132.9K - $143.2K
13% of jobs
$143.2K - $153.5K
6% of jobs
$40K
$99.5K
$153.5K
How much do performance chef jobs pay per year?
As of Jun 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for performance chef in the United States is $99,528.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $126,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Performance Chef position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Performance Chef, you need a deep understanding of nutrition, advanced culinary techniques, and experience in meal planning tailored to athletic or high-performance clients, often supported by culinary or nutrition certifications. Familiarity with specialized kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and sometimes certifications like ServSafe or nutrition-focused credentials add value. Strong communication, adaptability, and organizational skills help you succeed in high-pressure, team-centric environments. These abilities are vital for delivering precise, nutritious meals that align with performance goals and client needs while working efficiently with multidisciplinary teams.
What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Performance Chef?
As a Performance Chef, your daily responsibilities often include designing menus that meet the specific nutritional requirements of athletes or high-performance clients, preparing balanced meals, and managing ingredient sourcing to ensure freshness and quality. You'll collaborate closely with nutritionists, trainers, and sometimes medical staff to adapt recipes and meal schedules to individual or team goals. In addition to cooking, tasks may involve monitoring food safety, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and keeping detailed records for dietary tracking. The pace can be fast and routines may change based on training or competition schedules, making flexibility and attention to detail especially important. Working as a Performance Chef is both challenging and rewarding, as you directly contribute to the health and success of your clients.
What is a Performance Chef job?
A Performance Chef specializes in creating meals that optimize athletic performance, recovery, and overall health. They work closely with sports teams, individual athletes, or organizations to design nutritionally balanced menus tailored to specific training and competition needs. Their role involves sourcing quality ingredients, meal planning, and adjusting recipes based on dietary goals. They collaborate with nutritionists, coaches, and medical staff to ensure meals align with performance objectives.
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Job description
Location - Miami, FL
Salary - $120,000-$130,000 + KPI Bonus (up to 20%) + Relocation
Benefits - 401(k), MDV, Parking, Laundry, Phone Allowance
Seeking a versatile, knife-in-hand Executive Chef to lead the culinary program at upscale waterfront hotel in Miami!
Qualifications:
Minimum 3-5 years experience as an Executive Chef or strong Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel environment.
Proven leadership overseeing multiple kitchens including restaurants, banquets, stewarding, and pool operations.
Strong financial acumen with ownership mentality over food cost, labor, and overall kitchen performance.
Hands-on presence — visible during prep and service, actively mentoring and developing the team.
Experience in both hotel and standalone restaurant environments required.
Responsibilities:
Lead culinary operations across three kitchens with a focus on quality, consistency, and elevated presentation.;
Salary - $120,000-$130,000 + KPI Bonus (up to 20%) + Relocation
Benefits - 401(k), MDV, Parking, Laundry, Phone Allowance
Seeking a versatile, knife-in-hand Executive Chef to lead the culinary program at upscale waterfront hotel in Miami!
Qualifications:
Minimum 3-5 years experience as an Executive Chef or strong Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel environment.
Proven leadership overseeing multiple kitchens including restaurants, banquets, stewarding, and pool operations.
Strong financial acumen with ownership mentality over food cost, labor, and overall kitchen performance.
Hands-on presence — visible during prep and service, actively mentoring and developing the team.
Experience in both hotel and standalone restaurant environments required.
Responsibilities:
Lead culinary operations across three kitchens with a focus on quality, consistency, and elevated presentation.;
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Industry
Recruiting and staffing services
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
New York, NY, US
Year founded
2013