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Ebenezer

Senior Chef

Hermantown, MN · On-site

$22.96 - $32.42/hr

We are looking for a Senior Chef to join our beautiful community in Hermantown, MN! This position is responsible for ensuring that meals are prepared and presented in accordance with applicable ...

Ebenezer

Senior Chef

Hermantown, MN · On-site

$22.96 - $32.42/hr

We are looking for a Senior Chef to join our beautiful community in Hermantown, MN! This position is responsible for ensuring that meals are prepared and presented in accordance with applicable ...

Eurest

Senior Chef Manager

San Fernando, CA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

SENIOR CHEF MANAGER-NORTH LOS ANGELES, CA Salary: $85,000-$95,000/annually As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with ...

Compass Group

Senior Chef Manager

San Fernando, CA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

SENIOR CHEF MANAGER-NORTH LOS ANGELES, CA Salary: $85,000-$95,000/annually As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with ...

Compass Group

Senior Chef Manager

San Fernando, CA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

SENIOR CHEF MANAGER-NORTH LOS ANGELES, CA Salary: $85,000-$95,000/annually As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with ...

Compass Group

Senior Chef Manager

Manhattan, NY

$75K - $85K/yr

Senior Chef Manager Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation ...

Compass Group

Senior Chef Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Senior Chef Manager Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation ...

Compass Group

Senior Chef Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Senior Chef Manager Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation ...

Compass Group

SR CHEF MANAGER

Cary, NC · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Working as the Chef Manager Senior you will be responsible for back of the house operations for a food service department of a senior living community. You will maintain a quality culinary program ...

Compass Group

Senior Chef Manager

Alameda, CA · On-site

$77K - $82K/yr

Senior Chef Manager Salary: $77,500 to $82,500 What makes Epicurean click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We ...

Morrison Living

SR CHEF MANAGER

Cary, NC · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Working as the Chef Manager Senior you will be responsible for back of the house operations for a food service department of a senior living community. You will maintain a quality culinary program ...

Epicurean Group

Senior Chef Manager

Alameda, CA · On-site

$77K - $82K/yr

Senior Chef Manager Salary: $77,500 to $82,500 What makes Epicurean click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We ...

Compass Group

SENIOR CHEF MANAGER - FL

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

SENIOR CHEF MANAGER - FL Salary: $80000 - $90000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: 20% bonus opportunity As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a ...

Compass Group

SR CHEF MANAGER

Cary, NC

$65K - $75K/yr

Working as the Chef Manager Senior you will be responsible for back of the house operations for a food service department of a senior living community. You will maintain a quality culinary program ...

Compass Group

SR CHEF MANAGER

Cary, NC · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Working as the Chef Manager Senior you will be responsible for back of the house operations for a food service department of a senior living community. You will maintain a quality culinary program ...

Eurest

SENIOR CHEF MANAGER - FL

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

SENIOR CHEF MANAGER - FL Salary: $80000 - $90000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: 20% bonus opportunity As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a ...

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How much do senior chef jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior chef in the United States is $68,041.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Chef, you need extensive culinary expertise, menu planning experience, and often a degree or diploma from a culinary school. Mastery of commercial kitchen equipment, food safety certifications, and familiarity with inventory management systems are typically required. Leadership, creativity, and strong communication skills help you effectively manage kitchen staff and deliver high-quality dishes. These skills ensure consistent food quality, smooth kitchen operations, and a positive dining experience for guests.

What are some common challenges Senior Chefs face when leading a kitchen team?

Senior Chefs often navigate challenges such as balancing administrative duties with hands-on cooking, managing diverse personalities among kitchen staff, and maintaining high food quality under pressure. They are responsible for creating menus, overseeing inventory, and ensuring health and safety standards are met. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential, as Senior Chefs must coordinate closely with both kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver a seamless dining experience.

What are Senior Chefs?

Senior Chefs, often referred to as Head Chefs or Executive Chefs, are experienced culinary professionals responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations in restaurants, hotels, or other food establishments. They manage kitchen staff, create menus, ensure food quality and safety, and handle budgeting and inventory. Senior Chefs also mentor junior cooks and are often involved in hiring and training new team members. Their role is crucial in maintaining high culinary standards and ensuring customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Senior Chef vs Sous Chef?

AspectSenior ChefSous Chef
CredentialsProfessional culinary certifications, extensive experienceSimilar certifications, often with less experience
Work EnvironmentLeads kitchen operations, manages staffAssists head chef, supervises kitchen staff
Industry UsageUsed in fine dining, hotels, restaurantsCommonly found in similar settings, supports senior chefs
Search & ComparisonOften compared for leadership rolesFrequently compared as a supporting role

The main difference between a Senior Chef and a Sous Chef is that the Senior Chef typically holds a leadership position, overseeing kitchen operations and managing staff, while the Sous Chef acts as the second-in-command, assisting the head chef and supervising daily kitchen activities. Both roles require culinary certifications and experience, but the Senior Chef usually has more extensive leadership responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Senior Chef job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 41% Full Time, 56% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,041 per year, or $32.7 per hour.
Senior Chef

Senior Chef

Ebenezer

Hermantown, MN • On-site

$22.96 - $32.42/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Overview

The Pillars of Hermantown is Ebenezer's newest managed senior living community in northern Minnesota, near Duluth and will offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care options with 105 total apartments near major crossroads and amongst beautiful scenary. The Pillars creates purposeful lifestyles for our seniors with dedicated staff to meet their needs in a variety of ways.  Come join our team of dedicated employees who share in our mission to help our seniors heal, discover, and educate for longer healthier, more significant lives!

We are looking for a Senior Chef to join our beautiful community in Hermantown, MN! This position is responsible for ensuring that meals are prepared and presented in accordance with applicable regulations and customer expectations.

This full-time schedule includes:

  • 80 hours per two week pay period
  • 10 hour day shifts
  • Weekends as needed

Responsibilities

  • Supports key culinary operations by assisting with health inspections, menu planning, and the creation of daily prep task sheets.
  • Prepare and cook food items to specified temperatures, following standardized recipes to ensure consistent quality, nutritional value, and proper portioning. Weigh and measure ingredients per standardized recipes.
  • Assemble meals and bakery items within designated time frames, complete daily preparation tasks accurately, and assist and coordinates special events with the Culinary Director.
  • Proper knowledge and preparation of texturized diets utilizing International Dysphagia Diet Standardization (IDDSI) standards.
  • Demonstrates the ability to supervise kitchen staff, manage daily operations and customer service in the supervisor’s absence, and effectively communicate resident and guest feedback on meal and service quality.
  • Oversee kitchen operations in the Culinary Director’s absence by supervising staff, ensuring service standards, coaching team members, managing customer feedback, and handling scheduling (call-ins), evaluations, and order verification.


Required Qualifications

  • 1 year
  • Food Protection Manager Certification Issued by an ANAB-CFP accredited food sanitation program within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate of Arts In Food Service or Vocational/Technical Training
  • Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). Must be issued by State of MN for locations in state of MN

Benefit Overview

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits


Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.


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