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Merril Gardens

Senior Living Sous Chef

Santa Cruz, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is currently accepting applications for a Sous Chef to help support residents within our beautiful community residents call home. If you are a ...

Homma Talent

Sous Chef

Duck Key, FL · On-site

$75K/yr

Key Responsibilities: * Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, food preparation ... Villas * 4 roommates: $300 per person, per pay period * Solo room option (if available): $600 per ...

Sodexo

Executive Sous Chef

Newport Beach, CA

$69K - $89K/yr

Role Overview Executive Sous Chef - Luxury Residential Dining Irvine Company Villas, Fashion Island - Newport Beach, CA Sodexo at The Irvine Company Villas at Fashion Island is seeking an ...

Sodexo

Executive Sous Chef

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

Role OverviewExecutive Sous Chef - Luxury Residential Dining Irvine Company Villas, Fashion Island - Newport Beach, CA Sodexo at The Irvine Company Villas at Fashion Island is seeking an exceptional ...

CoralTree Hospitality

Chef de Partie

Mineral, VA

$27.50 - $35/hr

... villas, townhomes and luxury condominium accommodations. The resort's planned amenities include a ... This role will assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef's in the daily preparation, cooking, and ...

Sodexo

Executive Sous Chef

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$61K - $79K/yr

Role Overview Executive Sous Chef - Luxury Residential Dining Irvine Company Villas, Fashion Island - Newport Beach, CA Sodexo at The Irvine Company Villas at Fashion Island is seeking an exceptional ...

The Delmar Gardens Family

Chef/Cook (FT)

Chesterfield, MO · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Chesterfield Villas Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community is seeking a Full-Time Chef/Cook with artistic, culinary skills. The successful candidate will assist in preparing meals for our ...

Cutalong at Tributer Resort

Chef de Partie

Mineral, VA · On-site

$27.50 - $35/hr

... villas, townhomes and luxury condominium accommodations. The resort's planned amenities include a ... This role will assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef's in the daily preparation, cooking, and ...

Cutalong at Tributer Resort

Chef de Partie

Mineral, VA · On-site

$25/hr

... villas, townhomes and luxury condominium accommodations. The resort's planned amenities include a ... This role will assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef's in the daily preparation, cooking, and ...

Delmar Gardens Family

Chef/Cook (FT)

Chesterfield, MO · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Chesterfield Villas Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community is seeking a Full-Time Chef/Cook with artistic, culinary skills. The successful candidate will ...

Villa Enterprises

Line Cook

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

40NORTH Restaurants is the full service division of Villa Restaurant Group , a family owned, multi ... Collaborate effectively with kitchen Team Members, including chefs, cooks, and servers, to ensure ...

Villa Enterprises

Line Cook

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

40NORTH Restaurants is the full service division of Villa Restaurant Group , a family owned, multi ... Collaborate effectively with kitchen Team Members, including chefs, cooks, and servers, to ensure ...

VILLA GROUP

Line Cook

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

40NORTH Restaurants is the full service division of Villa Restaurant Group , a family owned, multi ... Collaborate effectively with kitchen Team Members, including chefs, cooks, and servers, to ensure ...

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How much do villa chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for villa chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Villa Chef job?

A Villa Chef is a private chef responsible for preparing meals in a luxury villa, often for homeowners, guests, or vacation renters. Their duties include menu planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and sometimes catering to special dietary requirements. They may also oversee kitchen organization, cleanliness, and staff if applicable. Villa Chefs must create high-quality, personalized dining experiences tailored to the preferences of the villa residents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Villa Chef position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Villa Chef, you need strong culinary expertise, menu planning skills, and experience with a wide range of international cuisines, often supported by formal culinary training. Familiarity with kitchen management software, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and inventory control systems is highly valuable. Excellent communication, discretion, adaptability, and attention to detail are key soft skills that set successful Villa Chefs apart. These skills are crucial for consistently delivering high-quality, personalized dining experiences in private, often fast-paced environments.

What does a typical workday look like for a Villa Chef, and how much client interaction is involved?

A Villa Chef’s day usually begins with menu planning, sourcing fresh ingredients, and prepping for meals tailored to the preferences of villa guests or homeowners. Most Villa Chefs are responsible for preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as accommodating special requests and dietary needs. Direct client interaction is frequent, as you will discuss menus, adjust dishes to guest preferences, and sometimes organize cooking demonstrations or events. The role often involves working independently or with a small team, so strong organizational skills and initiative are valuable. Flexibility is key, as meal times, guest numbers, and tastes can change at short notice.

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Infographic showing various Villa Chef job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,225 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Senior Living Sous Chef

Merril Gardens

Santa Cruz, CA • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

) Senior Living Sous Chef
  • Highly competitive pay!
  • A free daily meal!

Are you passionate about working with seniors? Are you dedicated to supporting seniors on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is currently accepting applications for a Sous Chef to help support residents within our beautiful community residents call home.
If you are a compassionate, caring, responsible, and honest individual who genuinely loves working with the senior population, we would love the opportunity to speak with you! Please APPLY TODAY!
Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.
We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.
We offer our employees:
  • Highly competitive pay!
  • Benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with generous company match, vacation & sick time, holidays, and more!
  • A free daily meal!
  • A stable career with a long-term company committed to our team members for 30 years.
  • A rapidly growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Our Sous Chefs are responsible for:
  • Prepares all food items following proper recipes and procedures specified by the Executive Chef.
  • Ensures all food items are prepared in a timely fashion.
  • Uses batch-cooking methods when appropriate to ensure a fresh product.
  • Visually inspects all food that is ready to be served for proper plating.
  • Regularly meets with the Executive Chef to discuss menu preparation for the upcoming weeks. Suggests ways to improve food quality and efficient production of menus.
  • Maintains kitchen sanitation and safety standards.
  • Cleans and sanitizes all work areas and equipment before and after use.
  • Practices correct food handling and food storage procedures.
  • Maintains documentation of all temperature charts and records.
  • Completes assigned cleaning duties to ensure compliance and sanitary standards are met.
  • In the absence of the Executive Chef, oversees and directs all dining service Team Members assigned during a shift. Also resolves food problems by clarifying residents' concerns, determining cause, selecting the best solution, expediting corrected meal or adjustment, and following up with the resident to ensure the resolution meets their expectations.
  • Trains new staff using the Dining Services Training Manual.
  • Accurately completes all food production records in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as federal and state guidelines.
  • Contributes to team success through positive interactions with residents and staff daily
  • Orders and maintains stock.

If you are someone with:
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in quality food preparation
  • Experience in scratch cooking in a high volume, fine dining setting
  • Proficiency in computer skills including MS Outlook, Word, etc.

Consider applying to become a Sous Chef with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!
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Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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