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AFC Franchise Corp.

Operations Chef

Bonney Lake, WA · On-site

$17.50/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Position OverviewThe Operations Chef prepares and presents high-quality sushi and hot food items ... The role is temporary full-time status and work is based on business operational needs and ...

AFC Franchise Corp.

Operations Chef

Belfair, WA · On-site

$17.50/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Position OverviewThe Operations Chef prepares and presents high-quality sushi and hot food items ... The role is temporary full-time status and work is based on business operational needs and ...

AFC Franchise Corp.

Operations Chef

Snohomish, WA · On-site

$17.50/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Position OverviewThe Operations Chef prepares and presents high-quality sushi and hot food items ... The role is temporary full-time status and work is based on business operational needs and ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Seattle, WA · On-site

$29.55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. * Address : 901 12th Avenue, Seattle ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Chartwells HE

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$29.55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. * Address : 901 12th Avenue, Seattle ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$29.55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. * Address : 901 12th Avenue, Seattle ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Seattle, WA

$29.55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. * Address : 901 12th Avenue, Seattle ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

CHEF

Seattle, WA · On-site

$35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Address : 901 12th Avenue, Seattle, WA ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Chartwells HE

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Address : 901 12th Avenue, Seattle, WA ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Seattle, WA

$35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Address : 901 12th Avenue, Seattle, WA ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Sifted LLC

Line Cook - PT - Wed & Thurs

Seattle, WA · On-site

$27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own daily pack out temperatures (Temp items at final cooking temp for proteins, temp all items before getting packed out, re-therm hot items if necessary, give daily sheet to Managing Chef on day to ...

Lindblad Expeditions

MANAGER CULINARY OPERATIONS

Seattle, WA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Serve as a temporary or relief chef, or support other culinary positions, as needed. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience * Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent combination of culinary ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary chef in Seattle, WA is $28.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.13 and $35.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary chef?

A Temporary Chef is a professional cook hired on a short-term basis to fill in for absent staff, handle seasonal demand, or assist during busy periods. They may work in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, or private events. Temporary Chefs must quickly adapt to different kitchens, follow menus or create dishes as needed, and maintain high standards of food preparation. This role offers flexibility and diverse experience but requires strong culinary skills and adaptability.

What types of establishments do temporary chefs typically work in, and how might the work environment vary?

Temporary Chefs can be placed in a variety of settings, including restaurants, hotels, catering companies, corporate cafeterias, and private events. The work environment and team structure may differ significantly, ranging from fast-paced, high-volume kitchens to smaller, boutique operations. As a Temporary Chef, you may need to quickly adapt to different cuisines, kitchen layouts, and levels of staff support. This variety can offer valuable learning experiences and opportunities to expand your skill set in diverse culinary environments. Being adaptable and open to change is key to thriving in these roles.

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

To thrive as a Temporary Chef, you need a strong background in culinary techniques, food safety standards, and menu execution, typically supported by formal culinary training or significant industry experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling certifications (such as ServSafe), and systems for inventory management are important. Flexibility, strong organizational skills, and the ability to quickly adapt to new teams and work environments help distinguish top performers. These skills ensure smooth kitchen operations, high-quality food, and seamless integration during short-term assignments.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Chef job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,295 per year, or $28 per hour.

NUTR - Assistant Chef (Temporary-3 months)

Asian Counseling and Referral Service

Seattle, WA • On-site

$24.17/hr

Part-time, Temporary

Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: COME WORK WITH US! Help us provide hope, opportunity, and voice to thousands in our region by joining our team!
All candidates are welcome to apply especially those with diverse lived experiences who bring their perspective, personal identities, and history. We strongly encourage candidates who represent Asian & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, intersectional communities to submit applications. These include those who identify as LGBTQIA+, Transracial Adoptee, those who are justice involved, multi-racial, multi-lingual, all abilities, South Asian, or are part of other underrepresented communities.
About ACRS: Since 1973, Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) has been working toward social justice and offering a broad array of behavioral health programs, human services and civic engagement activities for Asians, Pacific Islanders, and other underserved communities in King County and beyond.
Mission: Asian Counseling & Referral Service is a social justice organization that promotes the health and well-being of Asians and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islanders (A&NH/PIs) and other communities by providing and advocating for responsive community-based services.
Vision: Hope, Opportunity, and Voice for All
Values:
  • We are rooted in our Social Justice history and practice and advocate for and with those who are farthest from hope and opportunity.
  • Our actions are Client-/Community Centered.
  • We believe belonging is essential.
  • Compassion is at the heart of our work and approach.

ACRS seeks a part time Assistant Chef (Temporary-3 months) who assists Lead Chef with the overall administrative and production tasks for the senior meal program kitchen, serving King County's Asian and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander elders and other vulnerable adult populations. Helps prepare and serve culturally familiar meals and foods and provide culturally competent, multi-lingual service to visitors of the senior nutrition program.
***Schedule: Mon-Fri, no weekend work!
Competitive Benefits Package includes
  • Pay is $24.17 hourly.
  • 1 hour per 30 hours of sick leave, accrued from day 1, available to use after 60 days of employment
  • 403b Retirement savings account
  • Employee assistance program

Essential Job Functions:
  • Assists Lead Chef in menu planning and preparation of meals and snacks for all Nutrition Programs, to include: ensuring advanced menu planning and meeting budget requirements; assisting in obtaining healthy and nutritious ingredients using Food Life Line and supplementing from local farms and food distributors.
  • Assists in maintaining all menus, recipes, Food Temperature Log and other paperwork as required by WA State Licensing, USDA regulations and the City of Seattle Senior Services guidelines.
  • Understands USDA food program guidelines and requirements. Works with Lead Chef to ensure meals meet these guidelines and requirements. Adheres to and ensures others are informed and adhere to safety, nutrition, food handling, personal hygiene and sanitation requirements and USDA requirements.
  • Collaborates with staff on kitchen usage, cleaning and storage practices, and overall management of kitchen spaces, to include: helping to ensure refrigerators and freezers are clean; food labeled and disposed of as required by WA State Licensing, USDA regulations and the City of Seattle Senior Services guidelines.
  • Under supervision of Senior Nutrition and Assistance Manager and Nutrition Services Supervisor, assists with ensuring kitchen operations are maintained on the Lead Chef's regularly scheduled days off.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education and Experience:
    • Minimum of 1 year experience planning menus and preparing meals for 65 or more guests is required; AND
    • Requires current Food Handler's Permit.
    • Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen or senior nutrition site, with knowledge and experience in cooking Asian cuisine is preferred.
  • Cultural Humility:
    • Demonstrates respect and sensitivity when working with individuals from diverse cultural, racial, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
    • Maintains a welcoming and professional attitude with staff, clients, and visitors in all interactions.
    • Contributes to a safe and inclusive environment in support of the agency's equity, inclusion, diversity, and belonging values.
  • Knowledge and Skills:
    • Knowledge of standards of menu preparation, food preparation, serving, kitchen procedures, safe food handling, and other safe kitchen practices is required.
    • Ability to prepare foods for special groups (i.e. people with special dietary needs) and familiarity with cooking Asian/Pacific Islander cuisine required.
    • Experience with instruction and cooking for large groups.
    • Ability to Supervise kitchen staff and volunteers.
    • Demonstrated ability to direct and supervise kitchen staff and volunteers.
    • Demonstrated organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
    • Fluency in one or more Asian and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander language preferred.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficient in using modern workplace technology, including collaboration tools, communication platforms, and business applications for document creation, scheduling, and data management. Able to learn new systems quickly, navigate digital workflows, and use online tools and resources to support day-to-day work.
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Must have reliable transportation. If using a personal or agency vehicle to fulfill job duties, must have a valid driver's license and be insurable under ACRS's auto policy. If using personal vehicle, must have current auto insurance.
    • Follows all agency policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Working Conditions: The position requires regular mobility within the office or workspace, may involve sitting for extended periods throughout the day and the ability to handle objects, tools, or controls. Occasional lifting or moving of up to 20 pounds may be required. Involves tasks where visual acuity is beneficial.
Work is performed in person. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
LOCATION: Asian Counseling and Referral Service - Main Office
EOE STATEMENT: Asian Counseling and Referral Service is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service 711.
ACRS does not and will not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of a service animal, military or veteran status. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those individuals requiring accommodation should notify ACRS in advance. ACRS is a Tobacco-Free Campus.
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ACRS is committed to ensuring that our job application process is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
If you require accommodation to assist with your job application, please contact recruiting@acrs.org. Our HR team is dedicated to providing alternative means and personalized assistance to ensure that your application can be submitted without undue hardship.
Our goal is to provide an accessible, fair, and inclusive application process, and we encourage you to communicate your needs so we can assist you effectively.

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