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Sushi Chef

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$23/hr

As a Sushi Chef, you will play a vital role in preparing authentic sushi dishes while ensuring high ... We offer full time jobs and task force jobs with opportunity for advancement!

Bridgepoint, LLC

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 ...

Bridgepoint, LLC

Executive Chef

Houston, TX · On-site

$34/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 ...

Bridge Point

Executive Chef

Houston, TX · On-site

$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 ...

Bridge Point

Executive Chef

Houston, TX · On-site

$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 ...

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$24 - $28/hr

Chef de Partie Create menu magic and make hungry people happy. Showcase your skills by preparing ... Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe) * Online ...

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Marcus Hotels

Corporate Executive Chef

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Develop deployment teams for field task force support to include future acquisitions. * Act as a working Chef in the field, when needed in emergencies or other exceptional circumstances. * Establish ...

Marcus Hotels

Corporate Executive Chef

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Develop deployment teams for field task force support to include future acquisitions. * Act as a working Chef in the field, when needed in emergencies or other exceptional circumstances. * Establish ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for 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.

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A Task Force Chef is a culinary professional who steps into temporary roles at restaurants, hotels, or other food service establishments to provide leadership and support during transitions, staff shortages, or special events. They are highly experienced and adaptable, capable of managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and maintaining efficiency under pressure. Task Force Chefs may be hired on a short-term basis to train staff, implement new menus, or troubleshoot operational challenges. Their role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to quickly integrate into different kitchen environments.

What does a task force chef do, and how does the role differ from that of a regular chef?

A typical workweek for a Task Force Chef involves working in different kitchens or hospitality establishments, often stepping in temporarily to cover staffing shortages, assist with new openings, or support special events. This role requires flexibility as schedules can include day, night, and weekend shifts, depending on the needs of each assignment. Unlike regular chefs who remain at a single location, Task Force Chefs must quickly adapt to varied menus, teams, and operational styles, ensuring consistency and quality wherever they’re assigned. The dynamic nature of this job offers valuable exposure to different culinary settings and can be an excellent stepping stone to higher-level management positions within the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a task force chef?

To thrive as a Task Force Chef, you need comprehensive culinary expertise, strong experience in high-volume and diverse kitchen environments, and often a formal culinary qualification such as a degree from a culinary institute. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and digital inventory or menu management systems is commonly expected. Exceptional adaptability, leadership, and the ability to work harmoniously with different teams are vital soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are important because Task Force Chefs are frequently deployed to various locations to address staffing gaps or launch new operations, requiring immediate effective contributions and seamless team integration.

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Infographic showing various Task Force Chef job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $44,776 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Task Force Director of Food & Beverage

Spartanburg, SC • On-site, Remote

OTO Development
Traveler Accommodation • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about OTO Developmentexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

OTO Development rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Position: Task Force Director of Food & Beverage
Department: Food & Beverage
Exempt
Position Reports to: Vice President, Food & Beverage
OTO Development is pleased to announce a wonderful opportunity for a Task Force Director of Food & Beverage.
What will you be doing most days?
• Work at various properties, assisting when f&b leadership positions are open, to help struggling locations or when we are opening a new location.
• Maintain a service and management philosophy that demonstrates OTO's Guiding Principles.
• Oversee all front of house operations, including restaurants, bars and banquet space.
• Lead daily line ups and department meetings, conduct daily walk throughs of event set ups and coordinate/participate in BEO meetings.
• Lead the f&b team to success through developing team members and training to OTO standards. Recruit, hire, train and coach as necessary.
• Monitor top-line and bottom-line financial performance, including labor costs, food cost and beverage costs.
• Partner with the Executive Chef on menus and pricing.
• Work closely with the Regional Director of Food & Beverage overseeing the property to strategize and implement changes as necessary.
What are the requirements for this position?
• You have a four-year college degree with a major in Hospitality Management, business or related field.
• You have prior experience as a restaurant GM or Director of Food & Beverage, preferably in a hotel environment.
• Food Handler certification and Tips Certified
• Experience with all aspects of restaurant/banquet/catering/bar operations. Proven systems knowledge and experience with restaurant POS.
• You must be a dedicated self-starter with a strong attention to detail and you must work well independently and as part of a team
• You must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in a professional business environment both verbally and in writing
Physical Requirements for this Position
You must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time as the job dictates.
Travel Requirements
This position requires significant travel, with a schedule of two full weeks (including weekends) then three days at home with each rotation. Travel assignments can be at any of OTO's hotels across the country depending on need.
About OTO
OTO Development (OTO) is one of the fastest growing hotel management companies in the lodging industry. As an industry leader, OTO develops, owns, and operates award-winning select-service hotels in key markets across the U.S. with brand partners: Marriott, Hilton & Hyatt. For six years, OTO has ranked on INC. 5000's list of Fastest Growing Private Companies and in 2018 was certified as a high-trust, high-performance workplace by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work Institute. We would love for you to join our team!
OTO provides competitive pay and benefit programs, including medical insurance options, dental and vison insurance, 401k with company match, company provided life insurance, tuition assistance, paid time off, paid holiday time, travel discounts, and more.

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