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Summer Task Force Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Task Force Cook

Atlanta, GA

$13.50 - $18/hr

Join our Task Force team and bring your experience nationwide! We're looking for passionate ... Monitor food inventory levels and communicate supply needs to the hospitality team or Chef * Follow ...

Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$40/hr

Join our Task Force team and bring your experience nationwide! We're looking for passionate ... The Sous Chef assists in overseeing food preparation and kitchen operations during on-site audit ...

Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

Join our Task Force team and bring your experience nationwide! We're looking for passionate ... The Sous Chef assists in overseeing food preparation and kitchen operations during on-site audit ...

Executive Chef

Houston, TX · On-site

$42/hr

Join our Task Force team and bring your experience nationwide! We're looking for passionate ... The Executive Chef oversees culinary operations for the Travel Task Force team, ensuring the ...

Executive Chef

Houston, TX

$68K - $94K/yr

Join our Task Force team and bring your experience nationwide! We're looking for passionate ... The Executive Chef oversees culinary operations for the Travel Task Force team, ensuring the ...

Sous Chef

Lansing, MI · On-site

$25/hr

We are a dynamic and growing workforce solutions partner specializing in task force assignments ... Job SummaryThe Sous Chef assists in overseeing food preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring ...

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How much do summer task force chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer task force chef in the United States is $21.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Task Force Chef vs Summer Camp Kitchen Staff?

AspectSummer Task Force ChefSummer Camp Kitchen Staff
CredentialsCooking experience, food safety certificationsBasic food handling, safety training
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, outdoor cooking areasCamp dining halls, outdoor kitchens
Employer & IndustryHospitality, catering, camp food servicesSummer camps, youth programs
Job FocusMeal preparation, menu planning, supervising kitchen staffAssisting with meal service, cleaning, basic food prep

The Summer Task Force Chef typically has more culinary experience and responsibilities like menu planning and supervising kitchen staff, working in commercial or outdoor kitchen environments. In contrast, Summer Camp Kitchen Staff usually assist with meal service and cleaning, requiring less specialized culinary skills. Both roles are essential for camp food operations but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What is a summer task force chef?

Summer Task Force Chefs are culinary professionals hired on a temporary or seasonal basis, typically during the busy summer months, to support a restaurant, hotel, or resort kitchen. Their primary role is to assist with food preparation, cooking, and kitchen operations when staff shortages or increased guest demand occur. These chefs are often experienced and able to quickly adapt to different kitchen environments, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining food quality standards throughout the summer season.

What are some common challenges faced by a summer task force chef, and how can they be managed effectively?

As a Summer Task Force Chef, you'll often encounter challenges such as quickly adapting to new kitchen environments, working with unfamiliar teams, and managing fluctuating guest volumes typical of peak seasons. Success in this role relies on strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to communicate efficiently with both front- and back-of-house staff. Proactively learning the kitchen's workflow, maintaining a positive attitude, and being open to feedback from permanent staff can help you quickly integrate and perform well in a fast-paced, seasonal setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer task force chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Task Force Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning experience, and typically a culinary degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety standards (such as ServSafe certification), and inventory management systems is crucial. Outstanding time management, adaptability, and communication skills help you excel in dynamic, seasonal environments and in leading temporary teams. These skills ensure efficient kitchen operations, high-quality food output, and a positive guest experience during peak seasonal demand.
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Infographic showing various Summer Task Force Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,776 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Chef De Cuisine - Task Force

Davidson Hospitality Group

Kansas City, KS • On-site

$64K - $87K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago


Davidson Hospitality Group rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 463 rated hospitality employers


Job description

Located in the dynamic heart of the U.S., our hotel blends laid-back luxury with endless entertainment. With an outdoor resort-style pool, family-friendly activities, versatile meeting and event spaces, retail locations, and Margaritaville-inspired restaurants and bars, you'll create unforgettable experiences for our guests. Kansas City, celebrated by Travel + Leisure, the Wall Street Journal, and the New York Times, offers a rich array of outdoor activities, cultural attractions, sports venues, and major events. Join our high-energy team and help guests enjoy everything this growing city has to offer while embracing the Margaritaville state of mind.

Apply now to be part of the Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City family and elevate your career to new heights!


The Chef de Cuisine works closely with Executive Chef, supervising and coordinating activities of food preparation, kitchen, pantry, and storeroom personnel. Purchase and requisition ingredients, kitchen supplies and equipment. Participates in planning menus, preparing and portioning and controlling costs. Supervises Stewarding to ensure cleanliness of kitchen and equipment. Supervises Cooks to ensure quality and observe preparation and appearance standards. Supervises workers engaged in inventory, storage, and distribution of food and supplies.


· Read, write and speak and understand English.

· Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them.

· Minimum 2 years Banquet Chef experience preferred.

· Minimum 5 years cooking experience.

· Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable.

· Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.

· Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction.

· Minimum 2 years kitchen management experience.

· College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred.

· No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others


Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.


In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

  • Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 24/7 Teledoc service
  • Free Maintenance Medications
  • Pet Insurance
  • Hotel Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
  • 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.
EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.



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Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

Industry

Hospitality services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

Year founded

1974