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Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef Jobs in Dallas, TX

Kitchen Manager

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Follows the Hash Kitchen recipe book with exactness and precision * Leads weekly back-of-house ... Performs other duties as required by upper management Who We Are Hash Kitchen is Chef driven ...

... kitchen and takes pride in leading by example. Position Overview The Pastry Sous Chef plays a key ... recipe development, and team management. You'll help oversee the preparation of pastries ...

... kitchen and takes pride in leading by example. Position Overview The Pastry Sous Chef plays a key ... recipe development, and team management. You'll help oversee the preparation of pastries ...

Kitchen Manager

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Follows the Hash Kitchen recipe book with exactness and precision * Leads weekly back-of-house ... Performs other duties as required by upper management Who We Are Hash Kitchen is Chef driven ...

Sous Chef

Waxahachie, TX · On-site

$65K/yr

... kitchen's ability to turn out quality products efficiently. * -Develop procedures to ensure ... At least three years of culinary experience in food preparation, recipe development, plate ...

Sous Chef

Waxahachie, TX · On-site

$65K/yr

... kitchen's ability to turn out quality products efficiently. * -Develop procedures to ensure ... At least three years of culinary experience in food preparation, recipe development, plate ...

Kitchen Manager

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Follows the Hash Kitchen recipe book with exactness and precision * Leads weekly back-of-house ... Our innovative concept combines chef-driven food and an elevated cocktail program with a next-level ...

Sous Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

The Sous Chef will play an active role in daily kitchen operations, including team leadership, food production, quality control, safety and sanitation, inventory, scheduling, and recipe development.

This role provides strategic and hands-on leadership over pastry operations, recipe development ... Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with frequent exposure to heat, steam, open ...

This role provides strategic and hands-on leadership over pastry operations, recipe development ... Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with frequent exposure to heat, steam, open ...

This role provides strategic and hands-on leadership over pastry operations, recipe development ... Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with frequent exposure to heat, steam, open ...

Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

... weekends, and holidays. Requirements: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Culinary Operations & Food Quality ... Uphold and enforce all Hawkers food quality standards, recipe adherence, plate presentation, and ...

... recipe development, and seasonal menu offerings for banquet operations. * Establish clear ... Foster a professional, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen environment. * Maintain the highest ...

Whether you're planning a weekend retreat or marking a special occasion, this is Frisco at its most ... Strong understanding of modern dietary needs and allergen-safe recipe development. * Ability to ...

... recipe development, and seasonal menu offerings for banquet operations. * Establish clear ... Foster a professional, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen environment. * Maintain the highest ...

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How much do weekend test kitchen recipe development chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend test kitchen recipe development chef in Dallas, TX is $24.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.63 and $30.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef vs Test Kitchen Assistant?

AspectWeekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development ChefTest Kitchen Assistant
CredentialsCulinary degree or equivalent experience, food styling skillsBasic culinary training or food service experience
Work EnvironmentDevelops recipes, tests dishes, collaborates with chefsSupports recipe testing, prep work, and organization
Industry UsageCommonly employed in food media, brands, and publishingSupports recipe development teams in similar settings

The Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef focuses on creating and testing new recipes, often leading the culinary process during weekends. In contrast, the Test Kitchen Assistant provides support with prep, organization, and assisting chefs. Both roles require culinary knowledge, but the chef has more responsibility for recipe innovation, while the assistant supports daily operations.

Infographic showing various Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef job openings in Dallas, TX as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $50,673 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Coordinator I Chef (226 Days)

Dallas, TX • On-site

Dallas Independent School District
Education • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Dallas Independent School District rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description


Coordinate culinary programs and school pilot projects for the Food & Child Nutrition Services Department as assigned.  Provide culinary support to the D'Cafe and catering as requested.

  • Coordinate various projects with district student culinary programs and school culinary teachers as directed by the Executive Chef Supervisor

  • Develop culinary skills training material and institutional cooking methods to create and deliver a comprehensive training program for campus staff

  • Provide culinary training and ongoing coaching to schools selected for pilot projects to ensure success

  • Deliver Food Handler training for department staff as needed for the training team

  • Coordinate with Menu Team to develop, test and modify standardized recipes for schools

  • Coordinate the organization and inventory of food and supplies of test kitchens where recipe testing is done

  • Create "signature" chef inspired recipes for school menus and programs in food service software

  • Investigate and provide recommendations on issues related to food quality complaints and ensure follow-up on corrective actions

  • Coordinate vendor food samples and food inventory of student taste testing samples

  • Coordinate food preparation for the D'Cafe, food bus, catering and other functions as needed

  • Ensure food safety in school kitchens, test kitchens and central kitchen

  • Coordinate performance measures for evaluating food acceptability and customer satisfaction

  • Occasionally required to lift or exert force of up to 25 pounds

  • Occasionally required to work prolonged and irregular hours

  • Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned

  • All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Nutrition and/or Food Management and Hospitality 

  • Certified Chef

  • Servsafe certification

  • Three or more years of related experience in culinary food production, recipe development, inventory management and/or employee management or food inventory

  • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Possess outstanding culinary and training skills

  • Ability to communicate efficiently, Spanish is a plus

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, detail oriented and goal driven, willing to learn and assume responsibility

  • Computer skills:  MS Office (required); USDA approved food and recipe software (preferred)

  • Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of food sanitation practices

  • Excellent organizational, management and interpersonal skills


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Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD) is a leading player in the education industry situated in Dallas, Texas, USA. It is the second-largest public school district in the state and the 14th-largest district in the U.S., which manages public education in 230 schools, serving a population of around 155,000 students. The institution was established in 1884 and has experienced consistent growth in its history, both in terms of student population and educational impact.

Industry

Education

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

1884