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Executive Chef

Hillsdale, MI · On-site

$64K - $89K/yr

... Contract Dining setting, we want to hear from you. This prestigious account includes Cafe, Retail ... Senior Living or Corporate Dining setting. Requirements: * 3-5+Plus Years in a Supervisory ...

Executive Chef

Glenside, PA · On-site

$70K - $96K/yr

... in the Contract Dining Services industry that includes Retail, Cafe Operations, Food Court ... Senior Living or Corporate Dining setting. Requirements: * 3-5+Plus Years in a Supervisory ...

Sr Executive Chef

Sunnyvale, CA

$83K - $115K/yr

Position Title: Sr Executive Chef Salary: 100,000-115,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion ... We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the ...

Sr Executive Chef

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$83K - $115K/yr

Position Title: Sr Executive Chef Salary: 100,000-115,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion ... We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the ...

Sr Executive Chef

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$83K - $115K/yr

Position Title: Sr Executive Chef Salary: 100,000-115,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion ... We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the ...

Sr Executive Chef

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$83K - $115K/yr

Position Title: Sr Executive Chef Salary: 100,000-115,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion ... We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the ...

Senior Area Executive Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$81K - $111K/yr

Role Overview Senior Area Executive Chef - Fannie Mae Account Locations: Washington, DC | Reston ... contract, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, strategy, and execution-driving excellence ...

Senior Area Executive Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$81K - $111K/yr

Role Overview Senior Area Executive Chef - Fannie Mae Account Locations: Washington, DC | Reston ... contract, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, strategy, and execution-driving excellence ...

Executive Sous Chef

Catonsville, MD · On-site

$61K - $78K/yr

The Executive Sous Chef serves as a senior culinary leader supporting the Executive Chef in ... senior living, healthcare, hotel, club, or contract dining Demonstrated experience with: Menu ...

Sous Chef

Lexington, KY · On-site

$43K - $59K/yr

... tomorrow's Senior Vice President. The above is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and ... contract. HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or ...

Sous Chef

Daytona Beach, FL · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

... tomorrow's Senior Vice President. The above is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and ... contract. HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or ...

Sous Chef

Lexington, KY · On-site

$43K - $59K/yr

... tomorrow's Senior Vice President. The above is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and ... contract. HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or ...

Sous Chef

Daytona Beach, FL

$48K - $64K/yr

... tomorrow's Senior Vice President. The above is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and ... contract. HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or ...

Senior Sous Chef - SCAD

Savannah, GA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the ... Job Summary Join the culinary team at Savannah College of Art and Design as a Senior Sous Chef and ...

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How much do senior contract chef jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior contract 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 is the difference between Senior Contract Chef vs Contract Chef?

AspectSenior Contract ChefContract Chef
CredentialsProfessional culinary certifications, extensive experienceBasic culinary training, relevant experience
Work EnvironmentHigh-end hotels, corporate events, large-scale projectsTemporary assignments, diverse locations, smaller venues
Employer & Industry UsageHospitality, catering companies, event planningFood service providers, catering, hospitality

The main difference between a Senior Contract Chef and a Contract Chef lies in experience, responsibilities, and project scope. Senior Contract Chefs typically have advanced certifications and oversee complex culinary projects, while Contract Chefs focus on executing specific tasks for temporary assignments. Both roles are vital in the culinary industry, but the senior position involves more leadership and strategic planning.

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Infographic showing various Senior Contract Chef job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,041 per year, or $32.7 per hour.
Executive Chef

$64K - $89K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Metz Culinary Management rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 85 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 67 rated caterers


Job description

POSITION: Executive Chef
LOCATION: Hillsdale College, Hillsdale MI
DIVISION: Higher Education Dining Services
SALARY: 85-90K
If you are an experienced Executive Chef with a strong background in Institutional Dining, Contract Dining setting, we want to hear from you. This prestigious account includes Cafe, Retail, Food Court, Coffee Shop and a high volume catering piece ($4M) that requires high-end culinary experience.
Metz Culinary Management is growing and we have an opening for Rock Star Executive Chef who shares our passion for Food and Service and Leadership. We are seeking a Culinary Leader, with a passion for Food, Service and AMAZING Presentations.
Our Executive Chef must have a mentoring management style creating a culture of fun, creativity and growth. If you have the CULINARY CHOPS and passion for current, trending and diverse menus, and are ready to hit the ground running in a fast paced, high volume setting, we would like to hear from you! Must have Executive and/or Sous Chef experience in preferably an institution style, multi-outlet setting such as Hospital, School, College, Senior Living or Corporate Dining setting.
Requirements:
  • 3-5+Plus Years in a Supervisory Experience as Sous Chef or Executive Chef
  • High Volume background
  • Institutional facility or multi-outlet experience preferred
  • Impeccable communication Skills
  • Strong Restaurant Management knowledge
  • Thorough knowledge of Menu implementation with STUNNING presentation ideas
  • Strong Catering Experience
  • Culinary Degree strongly preferred

Metz Culinary Management Values are what separates us from the competition. Our Leaders share our Values, Attributes, and Strategic Focus reinforcing our culture and values every day to our Team Members creating an environment for personal growth, enrichment and career success.
As one of the fastest growing companies in the industry, we continually seek talented and dedicated individuals who share our commitment to excellence. Join our team of over 7,000 team members who share a passion for Onsite Dining and Support Services, working together toward one common goal, excellence, in quality and service. We are committed to providing the atmosphere, opportunity, and benefits that enable us to be an employer of choice in the industry.
We are a family-driven company that delivers restaurant-inspired hospitality to everyone we serve.

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