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HHS LLC

Traveling Executive Chef

Arlington, VA · On-site

$80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Executive Chef. In this role, you will act as our "Culinary Special Ops," traveling 100% of the ... and Senior Living Communities Responsibilities * Build a well-trained and motivated team that ...

Hhs

Traveling Executive Chef

Arlington, VA · On-site

$80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Executive Chef. In this role, you will act as our "Culinary Special Ops," traveling 100% of the ... and Senior Living Communities Responsibilities * Build a well-trained and motivated team that ...

Flik Hospitality Group

ACE TRAVELING EXECUTIVE CHEF

Boston, MA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the ...

Compass Group

ACE TRAVELING EXECUTIVE CHEF

Boston, MA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the ...

Compass Group

ACE TRAVELING EXECUTIVE CHEF

Boston, MA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the ...

Compass Group

ACE TRAVELING EXECUTIVE CHEF

Boston, MA

$80K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the ...

Frontier Senior Living

Executive Chef

Cedar Park, TX · On-site

$67K - $92K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Frontier Senior Living is seeking an outstanding Executive Chef t o join the Terrace at Brushy Creek Memory Care community located in Cedar Park, TX . Demonstrated success as a leader in similar ...

Compass Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF - Travel

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

TRAVEL- Executive Chef An organized leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to ensure the ... Senior Living, Health Care and retail management. * Ability to communicate clearly and concisely ...

Compass Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF - Travel

Chicago, IL

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

TRAVEL- Executive Chef An organized leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to ensure the ... Senior Living, Health Care and retail management. * Ability to communicate clearly and concisely ...

Compass Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF - Travel

Chicago, IL

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

TRAVEL- Executive Chef An organized leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to ensure the ... Senior Living, Health Care and retail management. * Ability to communicate clearly and concisely ...

Metz Culinary Management

Executive Chef

Dallas, PA · On-site

$75/hr

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 ...

Metz Culinary Management

Executive Chef

Amityville, NY · On-site

$73K - $101K/yr

Dominican Village Senior Living, Amityville, NY Salary: 74,000.00 to 77,500.00 per year (Based on experience) Dominican Village is seeking a talented and motivated Executive Chef to lead our culinary ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior traveling executive chef in the United States is $86,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Traveling Executive Chef vs Executive Chef?

AspectSenior Traveling Executive ChefExecutive Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, extensive experience, certificationsCulinary degree, experience, certifications
Work EnvironmentTraveling across multiple locations, often in hospitality or cruise industriesRestaurant or hotel kitchen, stationary
Employer & IndustryHotels, cruise lines, catering companiesRestaurants, hotels, resorts
Search & Comparison IntentTraveling culinary leadership rolesKitchen management roles

The main difference is that the Senior Traveling Executive Chef oversees culinary operations across multiple locations and travels frequently, while the Executive Chef manages a single kitchen or restaurant. The Senior Traveling Executive Chef typically has more extensive experience and certifications suited for overseeing diverse teams and locations.

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Infographic showing various Senior Traveling Executive Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,886 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Traveling Executive Chef

HHS LLC

Arlington, VA • On-site

$80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Ready to take your culinary leadership on the road? HHS is seeking a high-energy, adaptable Executive Chef. In this role, you will act as our "Culinary Special Ops," traveling 100% of the time to healthcare facilities across the region to launch new business, fill critical leadership gaps, and elevate food quality standards.
This role supports our Compliance, Integration & Sourcing Team, which follows a 10-days-on, 4-days-off schedule and requires 100% travel to various healthcare facilities, providing critical leadership and supporting new business initiatives.
Salary: $80,000 Base Salary + Comprehensive Benefits & Full Travel Support
Location: Remote / Field-Based (Must reside within 45 minutes of a major Eastern US airport hub)
Travel: 100% Travel (Structured on a predictable 10-days-on, 4-days-off schedule)
Environment: Healthcare Facilities, Post-Acute Rehab, and Senior Living Communities
Responsibilities
  • Build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles
  • Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
  • Develop creative menus that are in sync with current market trends
  • Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction
  • Lead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments
  • Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrity
  • Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies
  • Manage forecasting, recipe costing, inventory, ordering, production, planning, schedules, payroll, and supplies to ensure budget compliance

Skills
  • Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking
  • Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
  • Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills
  • Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
  • Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
  • Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments
  • Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
  • Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
  • Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
  • Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited culinary program plus 5+ years experience as a sous or executive chef in fine dining, hotels/resorts, country clubs, or healthcare/senior living
  • Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
  • A passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports both
  • Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities

Not Required But a Big Plus
  • Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish
  • Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements
  • Familiarity with HACCP procedures

What We Offer
  • Paid time off (vacation and sick)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career development and ongoing training

Important to Know
  • Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
  • Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
  • HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

Who is HHS
HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.
We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.

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