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Seasonal Performance Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Executive Chef

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$72.20K - $99.40K/yr

This role is responsible for shaping and executing a dynamic, seasonal menu rooted in Mid-Atlantic ... Manage kitchen financial performance including food cost, labor, budgeting, and forecasting.

Executive Chef

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$72.20K - $99.40K/yr

This role is responsible for shaping and executing a dynamic, seasonal menu rooted in Mid-Atlantic ... Manage kitchen financial performance including food cost, labor, budgeting, and forecasting.

... driving performance, developing teams, and executing a consistent, high-quality product aligned ... Lead menu execution including seasonal changes, specials, holidays and featured events * Ensure all ...

Sous Chef

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$48.70K - $65.80K/yr

Sous Chef Are you passionate about culinary excellence, wine, and hospitality? We are seeking a ... performance. * A passion for cooking with seasonal ingredients and a commitment to continuous ...

Sous Chef

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$48.70K - $65.80K/yr

Description: Position: Sous Chef Are you passionate about culinary excellence, wine, and ... performance. * A passion for cooking with seasonal ingredients and a commitment to continuous ...

Executive Chef

Plainfield, NJ · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

... driving performance, developing teams, and executing a consistent, high-quality product aligned ... Lead menu execution including seasonal changes, specials, holidays and featured events * Ensure all ...

Executive Chef

Plainfield, NJ · On-site

$73.40K - $101.10K/yr

... driving performance, developing teams, and executing a consistent, high-quality product aligned ... Lead menu execution including seasonal changes, specials, holidays and featured events * Ensure all ...

Chef De Cuisine

Charleston, SC

$62.20K - $85.20K/yr

Oversee menu execution, seasonal updates, and culinary consistency * Manage BOH team including ... Control food costs, labor, inventory, and kitchen financial performance * Maintain strict ...

Sous Chef

Charlotte, NC

$48.70K - $65.80K/yr

Sous Chef Are you passionate about culinary excellence, wine, and hospitality? We are seeking a ... performance. * A passion for cooking with seasonal ingredients and a commitment to continuous ...

Executive Chef

Plainfield, NJ · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

... driving performance, developing teams, and executing a consistent, high-quality product aligned ... Lead menu execution including seasonal changes, specials, holidays and featured events * Ensure all ...

$62.20K - $85.20K/yr

Oversee menu execution, seasonal updates, and culinary consistency * Manage BOH team including ... Control food costs, labor, inventory, and kitchen financial performance * Maintain strict ...

Sous Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

$49.50K - $66.80K/yr

Experience in menu planning with a focus on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients ... Manage kitchen staff schedules, training, and performance to promote a productive and hygienic work ...

Support menu development, seasonal specials, and recipe testing * Monitor food quality, freshness ... Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff to maintain high performance standards * Enforce ...

Sous chef/Chef

Columbus, OH · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Design and execute seasonal Afro-Fusion tasting menus and à la carte offerings * Modernize ... Ability to work under pressure in a high-performance kitchen Note - There is a possibility for ...

Sous chef/Chef

Columbus, OH · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Design and execute seasonal Afro-Fusion tasting menus and à la carte offerings * Modernize ... Ability to work under pressure in a high-performance kitchen Note - There is a possibility for ...

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How much do seasonal performance chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal performance chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Seasonal Performance Chef vs Event Chef?

AspectSeasonal Performance ChefEvent Chef
CredentialsCulinary certification, experience in seasonal menusCulinary certification, experience in event catering
Work EnvironmentSeasonal outdoor or indoor settings, temporary projectsEvent venues, catering events, banquets
Employer & IndustryResorts, seasonal resorts, outdoor venuesEvent planning companies, catering services
Search & ComparisonOften compared for seasonal vs event-specific rolesCommonly contrasted with seasonal roles in catering

The Seasonal Performance Chef specializes in creating seasonal menus for temporary or seasonal settings, often outdoors or in resorts. The Event Chef focuses on preparing food for specific events like weddings or corporate functions. While both roles require culinary skills and certifications, the Seasonal Performance Chef emphasizes seasonal menu planning, whereas the Event Chef concentrates on event-specific catering. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers find the right fit for their culinary expertise.

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Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry (Sur La Table)

CSC Generation

Albany, NY • On-site

$19 - $20.21/hr

Temporary

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

With over 58 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table - and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we're all here for the same reason - to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food.
The Seasonal Chef Instructor, Pastry contributes to the success of a Sur La Table store by inspiring customers on all points of their culinary journey. The Seasonal Chef Instructor blends culinary talent and teaching skills to support the Resident Chef in driving business results. The Seasonal Chef Instructor reports to the Resident Chef.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Models and directs employees to ensure customer service standards are met.
  • Delivers an exceptional cooking class experience at every class using recipes and game plans provided.
  • Stays informed by maintaining product knowledge, accesses available training and seeks out additional resources when necessary.
  • Ensures high standards of sanitation and cleanliness are maintained throughout the experience. Keeps work area and guest areas clean and organized.
  • Ensures all food items are cooked and served at the correct temperature and under sanitary conditions.
  • Works as a part of a high-performing team to achieve store's sales plan. Strives to achieve individual and/or class sales goals.
  • Models and ensures all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are communicated effectively to employees, maintained and consistently followed.
  • Provides coaching in the moment and performance feedback to Kitchen Assistants and communicates performance issues directly to the Resident Chef.
  • Seeks opportunities to increase cooking class and retail sales.
  • Records time worked, accurately and according to SLT policy.
  • Anticipates and solves problems by taking decisive action, follows up with Resident Chef.
  • Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication skills with employees, customers, field management and corporate office.
  • May handle, serve, and pour liquor, wine and beer and/or mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water and etc. in order to prepare cocktails and other drinks.
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned by Resident Chef.

Essential Functions
  • Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with employees and customers.
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 3 hours at a time.
  • Ability to move about the work place coaching and directing employees and/or class participants or while selling to customers.
  • Ability to distinguish, with a degree of accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality of flavors or odors, or recognizing particular flavors or odors using tongue or nose.
  • Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch in order to demonstrate, retrieve and/or replenish merchandise and/or cooking equipment.
  • Ability to use hands to seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise in order to chop, whisk, slice, stir, juice and/or demonstrate other techniques.
  • Ability to work a varied schedule in order to teach classes at different times of the day, week and year.
  • Ability to operate a computer, POS system, keyboards, merchandise scanners and mouse in order to accomplish work.
  • Regular and predictable attendance.
  • Ability to lift and/or move merchandise and/or kitchen equipment weighing up to 35 lbs.
  • Environmental conditions: working with an open flame and/or other heating units, and exposure to variation in kitchen temperature.

Experience and Required Qualifications
  • 1-2 Years kitchen operations experience.
  • Culinary degree in Pastry or equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree.
  • Demonstrated successful teaching and training experience.
  • Valid Food Handlers and/or Food Managers Certification.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Familiarity with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Proven ability to drive sales and motivate teams.
  • Proven communication skills.

Sur La Table Core Competencies for Everyone:
  • Focus on the Customer: You inspire and delight your customers.
  • Be Genuine: Your communication style is respectful, effective and sincere.
  • Make the Right Call: You effectively blend knowledge, experience, wisdom & decisive action.
  • Take Ownership: You are committed, responsible and provide solutions.
  • Achieve Results: You meet and exceed goals and expectations.

Pay Range
  • $19 - $20.21per hour

$19 - $20.21 an hour
This job description represents a summary of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Sur La Table has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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About CSC Generation

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CSC Generation is a multi-brand technology platform based in Merrillville, IN, United States. The organization operates in the retail sector and utilizes technology to save retail companies from going into bankruptcy, while also offering consumers the ability to lease their purchases. Founded by serial entrepreneur, Justin Yoshimura, CSC Generation has leveraged its proprietary technology and customer database to quickly revitalize distressed retail brands. The company's mission revolves around the concepts of reinvention and innovation as it aims to redefine traditional retail and direct-to-consumer models in today's digital age. Notably, the company has, to date, acquired several brands such as DirectBuy, Killion, and most notably, Z Gallerie, growing fast within the e-commerce sector.

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Merrillville, IN, US

Year founded

2016