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Chef Daniel Boulud Restaurants

Event Chef

New York, NY · On-site

Ability to work long hours, weekends, evenings, holidays, and extended event schedules as required ... More detail about Chef Daniel Boulud Restaurants part of The Dinex Group, the Restaurant Group of ...

Private Listing

Chef

New York, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

We are seeking an exceptional, hands-on Chef with a strong foundation in classical French technique ... Strong communication skills, leadership under pressure, and full availability for nights, weekends ...

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Chef

Newark, NJ · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Chef Location: EWR Airport Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 + Bonus Reports to: Airport Chef Who We ... Must be able to work varied hours/days, nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather ...

Chef Daniel Boulud Restaurants

Executive Chef

New York, NY

$78K - $107K/yr

The Dinex Group, Chef Daniel Boulud's internationally acclaimed restaurant group is seeking an experienced and talented Executive Sous Chef. The Executive Sous Chef is second in command in the ...

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Chef

Newark, NJ

Chef Location: EWR Airport Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 + Bonus Reports to: Airport Chef Who We ... Must be able to work varied hours/days, nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather ...

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How much do weekend chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend chef in Wayne, NJ is $24.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.68 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend chef?

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.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a weekend chef?

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 common challenges faced by weekend chefs, and how can they be managed?

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.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Chef job openings in Wayne, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,803 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Event Chef

New York, NY • On-site

Chef Daniel Boulud Restaurants
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Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Event Chef to lead culinary operations for a premier fine-dining event venue. This position is ideal for a seasoned chef with extensive experience in fine dining, high-end events, and large-scale banquet operations who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong New York City culinary experience, a sophisticated understanding of fine-dining standards, and a proven ability to execute flawless events for large guest counts. They must be an effective leader who can motivate and develop a culinary team while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day culinary operations for a high-end event venue, working closely with the Executive Chef and management team.
  • Execute sophisticated, fine-dining menus while maintaining consistency, quality, and presentation across large-volume events.
  • Manage multiple events and competing priorities while maintaining composure and attention to detail.
  • Lead and supervise large culinary teams, including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, pastry, and stewarding staff.
  • Collaborate with the events and operations teams to ensure menus are executed according to client expectations and event specifications.
  • Review event BEOs, menus, production schedules, staffing requirements, and special dietary requests.
  • Develop detailed production plans and ensure all prep is completed accurately and on schedule.
  • Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, flavor, temperature, consistency, and presentation.
  • Ensure smooth execution during service, including coordinating timing between kitchen stations and front-of-house teams.
  • Anticipate potential challenges during events and proactively develop solutions.
  • Train, mentor, and develop culinary staff while holding the team accountable to established standards.
  • Assist with scheduling, labor management, ordering, inventory, and food-cost control.
  • Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
  • Ensure the kitchen is organized, clean, properly stocked, and fully prepared for each event.
  • Monitor food waste and portion control and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
  • Lead by example and foster a professional, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture.
Qualifications
  • 7+ years of professional culinary experience, with significant experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, banquets, or high-end events.
  • Previous experience as an Executive Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, or similar senior culinary leadership role.
  • New York City culinary experience strongly preferred.
  • Extensive experience executing large-scale events and banquet service is highly preferred.
  • Proven experience managing high-volume culinary operations while maintaining fine-dining standards.
  • Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a large, diverse culinary team.
  • Experience working with detailed event timelines, BEOs, production sheets, and banquet menus.
  • Strong understanding of food cost, labor cost, ordering, inventory, and waste management.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to make sound decisions quickly and remain calm under pressure.
  • Ability to work long hours, weekends, evenings, holidays, and extended event schedules as required.
  • Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred.


The Dinex Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The Dinex Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

 
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