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Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef Jobs in Orlando, FL

The Strand

Sous Chef

Orlando, FL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

The Strand Sous Chef The Strand restaurant, 807 N Mills avenue in Orlando is looking for a Head ... and recipe development Strong leadership skills Proven Ability to run a profitable kitchen ...

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Executive Chef

Orlando, FL · On-site

$66K - $92K/yr

This leader will own all back-of-house operations-from menu development and kitchen design input to ... Implement rigorous inventory, recipe costing, and portion control systems to protect profitability ...

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Executive Chef

Orlando, FL · On-site

$66K - $92K/yr

This leader will own all back-of-house operations-from menu development and kitchen design input to ... Implement rigorous inventory, recipe costing, and portion control systems to protect profitability ...

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Sous Chef

Orlando, FL · On-site

$43K - $59K/yr

Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, inventory, ordering, recipe execution, and kitchen ... team development, and continuous improvement. * Availability to work evenings, weekends, and ...

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Sous Chef

Orlando, FL

$43K - $59K/yr

Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, inventory, ordering, recipe execution, and kitchen ... team development, and continuous improvement. * Availability to work evenings, weekends, and ...

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Sous Chef

Orlando, FL · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

This role is crucial to daily kitchen execution: leading line operations, maintaining standards ... Provide ongoing training, feedback, and development for cooks to build a strong internal bench.

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Sous Chef

Orlando, FL · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

This role is crucial to daily kitchen execution: leading line operations, maintaining standards ... Provide ongoing training, feedback, and development for cooks to build a strong internal bench.

Dezer Development

Kitchen Manager/Chef

Orlando, FL · On-site

... recipe specs and visual plating signage/photos. Assist upper management on menu development ... Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Requirements: Physical ...

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

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend test kitchen recipe development chef in Orlando, FL is $22.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.72 and $28.94 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.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef job openings in Orlando, FL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $47,819 per year, or $23 per hour.

Culinary Chef & Head Pitmaster

Sonnys Franchise Company

Winter Park, FL • On-site

$62K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New

Sonny's BBQ rating

4.3

Company rating: 4.3 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

84th of 88 rated restaurants

Job description

Description:

Lead the Future of BBQ.

At Sonny's BBQ, we've spent decades perfecting the art of slow-smoked barbecue, genuine hospitality, and bringing people together around great food. We're looking for a Culinary Chef & Head Pitmaster who can honor that legacy while helping shape what's next.

This is more than a chef role. It's an opportunity to lead the culinary vision of an iconic brand, drive menu innovation, elevate pitmaster excellence across the system, and serve as a culinary ambassador for Sonny's BBQ. You'll work at the intersection of food, operations, marketing, and brand storytelling while helping define the future of BBQ.


What You'll Do

Create the Next Generation of Sonny's Favorites

  • Lead the development, testing, and refinement of new menu items and limited-time offerings.
  • Identify emerging BBQ trends, techniques, and flavors that keep Sonny's relevant and differentiated.
  • Oversee culinary testing, recipe development, food safety standards, and operational documentation.
  • Develop scalable processes that ensure exceptional food quality across the system.

Serve as Sonny's Head Pitmaster

  • Establish and uphold the national standard for BBQ excellence.
  • Develop and lead pitmaster training and certification programs.
  • Drive consistency in smoking techniques, meat quality, rubs, sauces, and preparation methods.
  • Partner with Operations teams to assess product quality and improve execution.

Be the Face of Sonny's Culinary Brand

  • Represent Sonny's BBQ at media appearances, culinary events, competitions, and partnerships.
  • Collaborate with Marketing and PR to create compelling culinary content and storytelling.
  • Serve as a spokesperson who brings Sonny's heritage, craft, and culture to life.

Collaborate Across the Organization

  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Training to bring culinary ideas to life.
  • Support sourcing strategies, product innovation, and menu rollouts.
  • Serve as the company chef for key corporate, promotional, and media events.

What We're Looking For

  • 8+ years of culinary experience, including leadership or corporate chef experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in barbecue, smoking techniques, and pitmaster craftsmanship.
  • Strong understanding of restaurant operations, food costing, menu development, and product execution.
  • Exceptional creativity paired with operational discipline.
  • Comfortable presenting, speaking publicly, and representing a brand.
  • Passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing culinary talent.
  • Culinary degree preferred; equivalent experience welcomed.

Why Sonny's?

At Sonny's, you'll have the opportunity to leave your mark on a beloved regional brand while helping shape its future. You'll work alongside passionate team members who value authenticity, innovation, hospitality, and community.


If you're equally comfortable around a smoker, in a test kitchen, in front of a camera, or presenting the next big menu idea to leadership, we'd love to meet you.


Join Sonny's BBQ and help write the next chapter of great BBQ.

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