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AccorHotel

Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$68K - $80K/yr

Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not ... the development of new menu items. * Follow payroll costs and productivity within budgeted ...

AccorHotel

Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$68K - $80K/yr

Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not ... the development of new menu items. * Follow payroll costs and productivity within budgeted ...

Merriweather Lakehouse

Sous Chef

Columbia, MD · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Assist with menu development, specials, seasonal offerings, and recipe development.Train, coach ... Conduct regular quality checks of food products and finished dishes.Ensure compliance with all ...

Chart House

Chef

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$68K - $78K/yr

Continued career development and growth opportunities * Generous employee discounts on dining ... cost, and product quality * Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills

Merriweather Lakehouse

Sous Chef

Columbia, MD · On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

... development. * Train, coach, and develop culinary team members on proper cooking techniques ... Conduct regular quality checks of food products and finished dishes. * Ensure compliance with all ...

Merriweather Lakehouse

Sous Chef

Columbia, MD · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

... development. * Train, coach, and develop culinary team members on proper cooking techniques ... Conduct regular quality checks of food products and finished dishes. * Ensure compliance with all ...

Chart House

Chef

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$68K - $78K/yr

Continued career development and growth opportunities * Generous employee discounts on dining ... cost, and product quality * Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills

The Palm

Chef

Mclean, VA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Continued career development and growth opportunities * Generous employee discounts on dining ... cost, and product quality * Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills

The Palm

Chef

Mclean, VA · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Continued career development and growth opportunities * Generous employee discounts on dining ... cost, and product quality * Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills

Crestline Hotels and Resorts

Executive Chef

Washington, DC

$81K - $112K/yr

Work collaboratively with all members of the food and beverage team in menu planning, development ... Estimates production needs on a daily and weekly basis. Communicates production needs to "key ...

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FTK Hospitlatity DC

Executive Chef

Washington, DC

$80K - $90K/yr

Strong product knowledge, especially in seafood and locally sourced ingredients, with the ability ... development. Join the Team If you are passionate about leading a top-tier kitchen and creating ...

The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown

Executive Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$81K - $112K/yr

Work collaboratively with all members of the food and beverage team in menu planning, development ... Estimates production needs on a daily and weekly basis. Communicates production needs to "key ...

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Meriwether Godsey, Inc.

Executive Chef

Potomac, MD · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr

Oversee menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices ... What the Executive Chef needs: * Associate's Degree or five or more years of related food service ...

Cuisine Solutions

Sous Chef

Sterling, VA · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

... development, Food and Equipment inventory maintenance The Company: Cuisine Solutions is the world ... Join us in a career of innovative solutions in the food business, providing and creating products ...

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Cuisine Solutions

Sous Chef

Sterling, VA

$50K - $68K/yr

... development, Food and Equipment inventory maintenance The Company: Cuisine Solutions is the world ... Join us in a career of innovative solutions in the food business, providing and creating products ...

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Della J's

Sous Chef

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$26 - $29/hr

Paid time off * Training & development Benefits/Perks * Flexible Scheduling * Competitive ... Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and negotiate with vendors to get high-quality products at ...

Compass Group

Chef de Cuisine

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

... of production. Serve as a resource and liaison collaborating with sales executives alongside the Executive Chef and Creative Director for event-specific R&D projects, and offer help finding ...

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How much do product development chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for product development chef in Washington is $143,826.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,700.00 and $162,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a product development chef do?

A Product Development Chef creates and tests new food products for restaurants, food manufacturers, or retail brands. They blend culinary creativity with market trends, ensuring products are innovative, scalable, and cost-effective. Their work involves recipe development, ingredient sourcing, and collaboration with food scientists and marketing teams. Ultimately, they help bring new and exciting food concepts from the kitchen to consumers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product development chef?

To excel as a Product Development Chef, you need extensive culinary expertise, menu innovation experience, and knowledge of food science or nutrition, often supported by a culinary degree or relevant certifications. Familiarity with recipe development software, product testing equipment, and compliance with food safety regulations like HACCP is valuable. Strong creativity, collaboration, and project management skills help you work effectively with cross-functional teams and adapt to market trends. These competencies are critical to creating successful new food products that align with business goals and consumer demands.

What does a typical day look like for a product development chef?

A Product Development Chef’s typical day involves collaborating with R&D, marketing, and production teams to brainstorm and refine new recipes or food products. You'll spend time in both the test kitchen, experimenting with ingredients and techniques, and in meetings to discuss market trends, feasibility, and scalability. The role often requires tasting, adjusting recipes, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and documenting formulations for commercialization. It’s a dynamic environment that combines creativity with technical precision, making each day varied and engaging.

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Infographic showing various Product Development Chef job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $143,826 per year, or $69.1 per hour.

Production Sous Chef - Airline Catering

LSG Sky Chefs

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$60K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Job description

Job Title: Production Sous Chef - Airline Catering
Job Location: Baltimore-USA-21240
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $60,000.00 - 72,000.00

About us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Role Purpose Statement

This culinary leader is responsible for the preparation of high quality airline meals in accordance with company standards, menu specifications and production schedules. He/she is also responsible for overseeing kitchen helpers in the preparation of meals, while meeting required safety, hygiene and quality standards.

Main Accountabilities

Food Production

  • Executes and supervises food production activities, e.g. proper cleaning, cutting, marinating, seasoning, cooking of food items etc.
  • Assumes responsibilities of Executive Chef when he/she not available ie. Vacation, off-days, menu presentation to customers, etc.
  • Supervise, coordinate and control kitchen helpers in food storage (e.g. maintaining tidiness, following the first in - first out principle)
  • Conducts, coordinates and supervises inventories
  • Monitors material consumption and orders required food and equipment on a daily basis to satisfy the daily production plan
  • Participates in the development of food products and menus as needed for menu presentations
  • Must be aware of content in catering manuals; conducts updates when necessary
  • Executes countermeasures in the production in case of customer complaints
  • Supports training of kitchen helpers

Quality

  • Maintains and monitors hygiene, health and safety standards and monitors that Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations are adhered to
  • Maintains and monitors quality, conducts quality control checks according to HACCP regulations
  • Conducts quality checks of goods received
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with recipe specifications

Leadership

  • Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
  • Guide, motivate and develop the subordinate employees within the Human Resources Policy
  • Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
  • Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
  • Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Global Quality Standard (GQS), HACCP, Lean Manufacturing
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Three to five years of experience in commercial cooking or Apprenticeship or Certification from culinary school required
  • Knowledge of food and hygiene regulations (HACCP)
  • Understand and demonstrate concepts of financial controls (ex: keep food cost within budget, control stock levels while being cost conscious, minimize waste)
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Service orientation
  • Leadership skills
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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