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Chef-Driven Property

Executive Chef

Chicago, IL

$120 - $140K/hr

Very open to an Executive Chef from a primarily restaurant background! Executive Chef ... Flexible schedule, including weekends, and on holidays ***THIS ROLE REQUIRES RELOCATION TO DETROIT ...

Chef-Driven Property

Executive Chef

Chicago, IL

$120 - $140K/hr

Very open to an Executive Chef from a primarily restaurant background! Executive Chef ... Flexible schedule, including weekends, and on holidays ***THIS ROLE REQUIRES RELOCATION TO DETROIT ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$23 - $24/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Miami, FL

$25 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Miami, FL · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Paterson, NJ · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Boston, MA

$26 - $29/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Wellesley, MA

$26 - $29/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$26 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Jersey City, NJ

$23 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Conshohocken, PA · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Summit, NJ

$23 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Summit, NJ · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Westport, CT · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

$26 - $29/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef

Personal Chef

Wellesley, MA · On-site

$26 - $29/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly ...

Tiny Spoon Chef, Inc

Personal Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

$26 - $29/hr

This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week--handling weekly ...

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How much do weekend chef jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Chef, you need solid culinary skills, experience in food preparation, and often a relevant food safety certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale systems, and inventory management software is commonly required. Strong time management, teamwork, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for this fast-paced role. These competencies ensure high-quality meals, efficient kitchen operations, and excellent customer satisfaction during busy weekend service periods.

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

Weekend Chefs often work during peak dining hours, which can lead to high-pressure environments and tight timelines. Managing multiple orders simultaneously and maintaining food quality are frequent challenges. To succeed, strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and effective communication with kitchen staff are essential. Many Weekend Chefs also collaborate closely with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service, making teamwork and adaptability key assets.

What are Weekend Chefs?

Weekend Chefs are culinary professionals who typically work on Saturdays and Sundays, preparing and serving meals in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, or private settings. They may work part-time or full-time, depending on the employer's needs, and often handle busy periods when customer demand is highest. Weekend Chefs are responsible for menu planning, food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards are met. This role requires strong cooking skills, time management, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
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Boden Apple Valley - Weekend Chef/Cook

Boden Apple Valley - Weekend Chef/Cook

Lifespark Holdings, Inc.

Apple Valley, MN • On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Lifespark rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

94th of 228 rated social care providers

Job description

Boden Senior Living of Apple Valley, a Lifespark Senior Living Community, is looking for a Chef/Cook to join our growing team!
Boden Senior Living of Apple Valley opened July 2022 in Apple Valley, MN. It is located right off 155th Street across from Target. We help seniors Age Magnificently in our gorgeous 64-unit, apartment style community providing Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care services. Boden Senior Living of Apple Valley is a growing community with a passionate team who assists our residents Age Magnificently. Boden was voted Readers Best Assisted Living in 2023! Join our team today!
Shifts Available: Part-Time Weekends 10am-6:30pm
Wage: $17.50-$22.50 per hour
Are you compassionate towards others? Are you passionate about enriching the lives of others? If so, we want you to join our team and help seniors Age Magnificently! Our Chef/Cook becomes family and impacts the lives of our residents who live in a Lifespark Senior Living Community.
In this position, you will be responsible for preparing food in accordance with prescribed resident diet specifications, facility procedures, and dietary and sanitary regulations.
Duties Include:
  • Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, and temperature control procedures.
  • Direct and assist in cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment and floors, dishes, and utensils.
  • Check all trays for menu and diet requirements and preference and accuracy.
  • Ensure proper storage for food and supplies.
  • Review and process diet changes and ensure menus are maintained and followed in accordance with established procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience in a senior living setting is preferred.
  • Must be able to relate professionally, positively, and cooperatively with residents, resident's families, and employees.
  • Must possess advanced computer skills, including email use.

Benefits:
  • Annual reviews with wage increases
  • Paid time off & paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision benefits
  • 401k + company match
  • Employee Referral bonuses
  • Tuition reimbursement and nursing loan forgiveness
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Career development

It has been and will continue to be our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, race, creed, color, disability, marital status, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, arrest record, conviction record, military service, use or nonuse of lawful products off the Employer's premises during nonworking hours, or declining to attend a meeting or to participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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