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How much do teen chef jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for teen chef in the United States is $79,308.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $91,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a teen chef?

Teen Chefs are young individuals, typically between the ages of 13 and 19, who have a passion for cooking and culinary arts. They often participate in cooking classes, competitions, or work in kitchens to gain experience and develop their skills. Teen Chefs may also share their recipes and cooking tips on social media or through blogs, inspiring others their age to cook. Many use these experiences as a stepping stone toward a future career in the culinary industry.

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

To thrive as a Teen Chef, you need a solid understanding of basic cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen organization, often gained through culinary classes or hands-on experience. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, recipe apps, and food handling certifications (such as ServSafe) is beneficial. Creativity, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for collaborating and adapting in a busy kitchen environment. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and enjoyable food preparation while fostering growth in a culinary career.

What are some common challenges teen chefs face when working in a professional kitchen, and how can they overcome them?

Teen Chefs often encounter challenges such as adapting to a fast-paced environment, managing time effectively, and working alongside more experienced staff. It's important to communicate clearly, ask questions when unsure, and practice foundational skills like knife safety and food hygiene. Building confidence comes with experience, so seeking feedback, staying organized, and being proactive in learning new techniques can help overcome these hurdles and contribute positively to the kitchen team.

What is the difference between Teen Chef vs Kitchen Assistant?

AspectTeen Chef
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; culinary classes or certifications are a plus
Work EnvironmentKitchen settings, often in restaurants, catering, or culinary programs for teens
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, youth culinary programs, family-owned restaurants
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding youth culinary roles, entry-level kitchen positions for teens

While a Teen Chef is typically a young individual gaining culinary experience, a Kitchen Assistant is an entry-level worker supporting kitchen operations. Both roles may work in similar environments, but Teen Chefs often focus on learning and developing skills, whereas Kitchen Assistants handle basic prep and cleaning tasks.

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Infographic showing various Teen Chef job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, and 55% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $79,308 per year, or $38.1 per hour.

Residential Counselor - Full Time/Part Time

Danville, CA • On-site

Evolve Treatment Centers
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Evolve Treatment Centersexternal

$21 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

About Evolve Treatment Centers:
Evolve offers the best in therapy and recovery options for residential and outpatient treatment programs for teens. We help adolescents 12 to 17 years old struggling with mental health, substance abuse, or behavior issues. Evolve offers a one-of-a-kind experience that serves teens and their families from across the country from our California-based treatment centers. We focus on positivity, equipping teens for change, and growing the whole person in a setting that's comfortable and feels like home.
We're dedicated to clinical excellence, and we know that you'll bring your unique contribution to healing families in profound ways. Our work here is special, it's meaningful, and it's bigger than all of us. That's why it takes a true community, aligned in purpose, committed to lifting each other up each day.
Job Summary:
Evolve Treatment Centers is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Residential Counselor to join our team at one of our 6-bed teen residential treatment centers!
This position involves providing supervision to up to 6 six adolescents who are in residential treatment for 30-60 days for issues related to mental health and substance abuse. Residential Counselors support clients in their daily activities and facilitate groups with our clients. This position is challenging yet rewarding as our staff have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of teens and their families. This is a great position for someone who may be interested in going back to school to pursue a degree in the mental health or social services field.
The ideal candidate is experienced, dedicated, and excited about working with teens with mental health and substance abuse issues. We are looking for someone who is flexible and willing to adjust to the ever-changing nature of residential treatment. Residential Counselors must be patient, resilient, reliable team players, and must know how to maintain appropriate boundaries.
As an RC you will be a critical health worker, and so could be exposed to COVID, or on occasion work with clients with COVID. Evolve follows all state and local requirements regarding PPE and has strict guidelines for a safe work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide one-to-one support and supervision to clients struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues
  • Establish positive and nurturing relationships with the clients, within professional boundaries, in accordance with the policies and procedures
  • Maintain vigilance and awareness of the milieu while monitoring the behavior, activities, and safety of the clients
  • Engage in activities with the clients, such as, hikes, equine therapy, surf therapy, and fitness groups
  • Create a constructive therapeutic community in accordance with the Center's polices
  • Conduct and facilitate psycho-education groups and recreational activities
  • Perform crisis management and interventions as necessary
  • Demonstrate model behaviors
  • Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all shift activities
  • Oversee and participate in meal-times and assist clients with life skills (i.e. laundry, dishes, and making bed)

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required; college coursework or bachelor's degree preferred
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • All schedules require working at least 1 weekend shift

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with teens preferred
  • Experience working in a behavioral healthcare setting preferred

Pay Range:
  • $21.00 - $29.00 Hourly (future earning potential)

Target Starting Hourly Rate
  • $24.00

Benefits for Full Time Hires Only:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays, paid sick days, and time off for bereavement and religious observances.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - As a mental health treatment provider, we understand the importance of maintaining the emotional health and personal well-being of each member of our staff.
  • Retirement Planning

Benefits for Full Time or Part Time Hires:
  • Professional Training - We invest in professional growth, offering quarterly continued education, ongoing training, and professional development courses for all employees.
  • Paid Time Off - We understand a healthy work/life balance is crucial for our success, so we maintain a flexible Paid Time Off policy. Employees start accruing PTO immediately upon hire. In addition, employees receive paid holidays (if working on a holiday) and paid sick days.
  • Free Meals - Employees working at our Residential Treatment Centers are offered free meals provided by our in-house chef.
  • Our employees voted us as a certified Great Place to Work!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Evolve Treatment Centers is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We firmly believe that every individual deserves an equal opportunity to thrive and contribute to our organization. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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