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Senior Contract Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef

Thomasville, GA · On-site

$40K - $54K/yr

As the Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations ... a Contract Dining Food Service setting such as Hospital, School, College, Senior Living 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 Mechanical Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$123K - $162K/yr

... Chef is rapidly scaling with multiple multi-year contracts and a mission to put an intelligent ... As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Chef, you'll design and ship the mechatronic components that ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$123K - $162K/yr

... Chef is rapidly scaling with multiple multi-year contracts and a mission to put an intelligent ... As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Chef, you'll design and ship the mechatronic components that ...

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

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 ...

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How much do senior contract chef jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 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 June 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,041 per year, or $32.7 per hour.
Sous Chef

$40K - $54K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Metz Culinary Management rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 64 rated caterers


Job description

We are looking for an accomplished Sous Chef to join our culinary team and contribute to the success of our dining establishment. As the Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and maintain the highest standards of culinary excellence.
The ideal candidate should be a seasoned culinary professional with a passion for creating exceptional dishes, leading a team, and ensuring an extraordinary dining experience.
Metz Culinary Management is growing and we have an opening for Rock Star Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager who shares our passion for Food, Service and Leadership.
We are seeking a Culinary Leader, with a mentoring management style contributing to 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, multi-outlet setting, we would like to hear from you!
Must have solid kitchen leadership experience. Experience desired in a Contract Dining Food Service setting such as Hospital, School, College, Senior Living or Corporate Dining accounts. A strong Supervisor with solid Culinary Training, ready for the next step would be ideal.
Requirements:
  • 3-5+Plus Years in a Supervisory Experience or Sous Chef
  • High Volume background
  • Impeccable communication Skills
  • Restaurant Management knowledge
  • Thorough knowledge of Menu implementation with STUNNING presentation ideas
  • 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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