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Platinum Dining Group

Sous Chef

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Platinum Dining Group is offering a great opportunity for aspiring chefs! For those passionate ... Voluntary Benefits * Short-term disability * Life insurances * Accident insurance * Paid time off ...

St Vincent De Paul Cares

Sous Chef

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in the management of the day-to-day operations of the Food ... Supervise cooks and volunteers in the preparation and serving of meals * Help fulfill food vouchers ...

Del Frisco's Grille

Sous Chef

Hoboken, NJ · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, flexible spending accounts and 401 (k) ... Chef in the management of all back of house staff in an upscale / fine dining kitchen, including ...

St Vincent De Paul Cares

Sous Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$19.23/hr

The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in the management of the day-to-day operations of the Food ... Supervise cooks and volunteers in the preparation and serving of meals * Help fulfill food vouchers ...

Gategroup

Sous Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef or the Executive Chef for the unit, the Sous Chef, Operations ... insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Commuter ...

St Vincent De Paul Cares

Sous Chef

Port Charlotte, FL · On-site

$21.23/hr

The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in the management of the day-to-day operations of the Food ... Supervise cooks and volunteers in the preparation and serving of meals * Help fulfill food vouchers ...

Platinum Dining Group

Sous Chef

Wilmington, DE

$48K - $65K/yr

Platinum Dining Group is offering a great opportunity for aspiring chefs! For those passionate ... Voluntary Benefits * Short-term disability * Life insurances * Accident insurance * Paid time off ...

Del Frisco's Grille

Sous Chef

Hoboken, NJ · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, flexible spending accounts and 401 (k) ... Chef in the management of all back of house staff in an upscale / fine dining kitchen, including ...

Gategroup

Sous Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

... Chef for the unit, the Sous Chef, Operations assists the Executive Sous Chef Operations or the ... Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance • Voluntary life, accident, and hospital ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Brewster, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Somers, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Pelham, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Bedford, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Harrison, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Millwood, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

Elior North America

Chef Manager

Minnetonka, MN · On-site

Chef Manager Job Reference Number: 40596 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment: Dining ... Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity * Discount Program

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Bedford, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Millwood, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Brewster, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

DECICCO & SONS GROUP

Chef Application

Scarsdale, NY · On-site

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Voluntary Life Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Yearly Pay Increase and merit pay Team Member ...

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How much do volunteer chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer chef in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Chef vs Professional Chef?

AspectVolunteer ChefProfessional Chef
CredentialsMay not require formal culinary certificationsTypically requires culinary degrees or certifications
Work EnvironmentCommunity kitchens, charity events, sheltersRestaurants, hotels, catering companies
Employer & IndustryNonprofit organizations, community serviceHospitality, food service industry
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding volunteer opportunities, casual cooking rolesCareer development, professional skills

Volunteer Chefs often work in community or charity settings without formal certifications, focusing on service and outreach. Professional Chefs work in commercial kitchens, requiring culinary credentials and industry experience. The main difference lies in credentials, work environment, and career focus, though both roles involve cooking and food preparation.

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

To thrive as a Volunteer Chef, you need basic culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and often prior kitchen experience or relevant training. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food handling certifications (like a food handler's permit), and menu planning tools are commonly required. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and excellent communication distinguish outstanding Volunteer Chefs, especially when working with diverse groups or limited resources. These skills ensure safe, efficient meal preparation and a positive impact on the community being served.

What are some common challenges faced by volunteer chefs, and how can they be managed effectively?

Volunteer Chefs often work with limited resources, such as donated ingredients and basic kitchen equipment, which can make meal planning and preparation more challenging. Flexibility and creativity are essential for adapting recipes and ensuring balanced meals with what's available. Additionally, Volunteer Chefs frequently collaborate with a diverse team of volunteers, so strong communication and teamwork skills help ensure smooth kitchen operations. Managing time efficiently and maintaining food safety standards are also key aspects of the role.

What is a volunteer chef?

Volunteer Chefs are individuals who donate their time and culinary skills to cook meals for organizations such as shelters, community kitchens, schools, or charitable events. They often work without pay to help provide nutritious food to people in need or to support fundraising efforts. Volunteer Chefs may assist with meal planning, food preparation, cooking, and sometimes serving, depending on the organization’s needs. This role is a meaningful way to give back to the community and gain valuable experience in a kitchen setting.
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Infographic showing various Volunteer Chef job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,804 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Sous Chef

Platinum Dining Group

Wilmington, DE • On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Platinum Dining Group is a full-service hospitality group based in northern Delaware & Chester County Pennsylvania. Seven restaurants, an “any event” catering company, and a fine-goods retail market all reside under the PDG umbrella. We are a company that believes in the fundamental truth that no task is too great and no detail too small. We strive, one guest at a time, to offer a complete and rewarding hospitality experience.

Platinum Dining Group is offering a great opportunity for aspiring chefs! 

For those passionate about culinary arts and looking to grow your skills even further, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!  We are accepting strong candidates who are current Sous Chefs interested in a growth career path of Sous Chef to Executive Chef.  

We are a multi-concept hospitality group with 7 full-service restaurants located in northern Delaware and in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.  We also have a specialty market and Platinum Events catering.

Serious career-minded kitchen professionals with experience in full service, upscale, high volume cuisine are encouraged to apply.

A few of our Sous Chef’s responsibilities:

  • Assists the executive chef to ensure that the kitchen is running smoothly with prep and production being completed in a timely manner and all dishes are prepared correctly
  • Helps maintain food cost by adhering to order and prep pars, proper portion sizes and minimizing food waste
  • Trains kitchen staff and ensures they are adhering to established recipes, practices and procedures
  • Acts as executive chef in his/her absence
  • Fosters a climate of professionalism, cooperation and respect between teammates
  • Enforces company standards, policies, and procedures, including sanitation, safety, dress codes, and cash handling
  • Oversees service during all operating hours

Are you Qualified?

  • Outstanding communication and leadership skills
  • Excellent emotional self-awareness under pressure while maintaining a respectful demeanor
  • Ability to multitask and take direction in a high volume, team-oriented environment
  • Good sense of taste and smell as well as good manual dexterity to operate kitchen equipment
  • Self-driven to produce high quality work
  • Familiarity with menu costing procedures
  • Must be a "crowd pleaser" – enjoy making guests happy
  • Knowledge of a second language, preferably Spanish, is a plus

Benefits for management positions:

  • Highly competitive salary
  • 401K with company match
  • Healthcare/Dental benefits/Vision
  • Voluntary Benefits
    • Short-term disability
    • Life insurances
    • Accident insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Year-End Bonus
  • Management Dining Discount Card

Management work schedules are 5-day workweeks. All of these benefits within a positive and fun work environment in our award-winning restaurants.

Apply now!

PDG encourages candidates with a passion for food and hospitality to apply now!