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A-B Tech

Foodservice Chef Instructor

Asheville, NC · On-site

$26 - $31/hr

Preferred Qualifications | 1. Three years of successfully documented professional experience as a working Chef with responsibility for quantity/quality production, recipe/menu development, and ...

Unspecified (Tampa)

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

This is a working Chef position. This position must be able to prepare food quickly to the set specifications and standards while maintaining hygienic practices. The Executive Chef also arranges ...

Sixty Vines

Executive Chef

Plano, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

301101-SV PLANO Sixty Vines - Plano 3701 DALLAS PKWY PLANO, TX 75093, USA Overview The Executive Chef for Sixty Vines will serve as a working chef, responsible for training and developing the ...

Unspecified (Tampa)

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

This is a working Chef position. This position must be able to prepare food quickly to the set specifications and standards while maintaining hygienic practices. The Executive Chef also arranges ...

Four Leaves

Chef de Cuisine

Park Ridge, NJ · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Dynamic, Respectful, and Sociable Working Environment * Competitive Compensation * Competitive ... Opportunity for advancement We are seeking an experienced chef and kitchen operator to lead a high ...

crisp

Sous Chef

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Sous Chef Crisp Hospitality is seeking a skilled and dependable Sous Chef to support daily kitchen ... Ensure equipment is kept clean and in good working condition * Complete forms, reports, and ...

Metz Culinary Management

Executive Chef

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$78K - $108K/yr

This is a working chef position, so the candidate will be required to work alongside his team. Enjoy a work/life balance with a mainly daylight schedule (some catering events will be required). A ...

Sixty Vines

Executive Chef

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

The Executive Chef for Sixty Vines will serve as a working Chef, responsible for training and developing their team daily. They will play a key role in implementing new recipes and ensuring adherence ...

crisp

Sous Chef

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Sous Chef Crisp Hospitality is seeking a skilled and dependable Sous Chef to support daily kitchen ... Ensure equipment is kept clean and in good working condition * Complete forms, reports, and ...

crisp

Sous Chef

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Sous Chef Crisp Hospitality is seeking a skilled and dependable Sous Chef to support daily kitchen ... Ensure equipment is kept clean and in good working condition * Complete forms, reports, and ...

Montclair Hospitality

Sous Chef at Pasta Ramen

Montclair, NJ · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

This is a working chef role where active participation on the line, engagement with staff, and collaboration with leadership are essential. The Sous Chef's schedule is based on a 50-hour work week or ...

Tanque Verde Ranch

Executive Sous Chef

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

The Exec Sous Chef is a working chef with emphasis on food cost control including ordering food and product for the outlet and monthly inventories. Training employees on proper cooking techniques ...

Hospitality

Chef De Cuisine

Coral Springs, FL

$63K - $86K/yr

Hands-on working chef position, must work line, prep, and clean. * Outstanding management, organizational, communication and leadership skills * Ability to speak, read and write English * Strong ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for working 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 is the difference between Working Chef vs Line Cook?

AspectWorking ChefLine Cook
CredentialsCulinary degree or equivalent experienceBasic culinary training or apprenticeship
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, hotelsSame as Working Chef, often in busy restaurant lines
Job RoleOversees kitchen operations, menu planningPrepares dishes on the kitchen line, executes menu items
Common UsageHigher responsibility, supervisory tasksExecution-focused, hands-on cooking

The main difference between a Working Chef and a Line Cook is the level of responsibility. Working Chefs often oversee kitchen operations and menu planning, while Line Cooks focus on preparing dishes during service. Both roles require culinary skills and experience, but Working Chefs typically have more leadership duties.

How to work as a working chef with no experience?

To work as a chef with no experience, start by gaining basic culinary skills through cooking classes or online tutorials. Seek entry-level positions such as kitchen assistant or prep cook to build hands-on experience, and consider obtaining relevant certifications like food safety to improve your employability.

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Infographic showing various Working Chef job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,225 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Foodservice Chef Instructor

Asheville, NC • On-site

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$26 - $31/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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Position Summary Information
Position Title Foodservice Chef Instructor Employment Category Adjunct Contract Length N/A Expected Work Schedule Variable Anticipated Days Monday - Friday Anticipated Hours 22.5 hours/week Anticipated Hours per Week 22.5 hours/week Job Description Summary
This position will provide classroom and hands-on training to inmates from Swannanoa Correctional Center for Women in culinary and food service technology. The desired outcome is to allow inmates to gain skills, industry qualifications, and work experience.
Duties
1. Instruct food service education program, producing graduates with identified skill deliverables.
2. Establish and maintain a rigorous classroom structure that models the standards of work and professionalism based on the brigade system of the kitchen.
3. Ensure operations and food storage are performed in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, including food service regulations and inspections.
4. Plan menus, purchase food/non-food supplies, and maintain appropriate inventory levels for continuous operation.
5. Communicate expectations, model behavior, and always maintain appropriate command of the classroom through active management.
6. Communicate with the class Coordinator and Correctional staff on a continuous basis.
7. Prepare reports and maintain records, including student grades, attendance rolls, and training activity details.
8. Adhere to college and correctional facilities' rules/policies/procedures
9. Prepare students to successfully complete the NOCTI Culinary Arts Prep Cook assessment
Minimum Requirements
1. Associate degree in food or hospitality-related field or equivalent Certificate from a nationally recognized culinary institute, or an associate degree in a nonfood related field and three or more years of professional experience in a culinary setting.
2. One year of successfully documented professional experience as a working Chef with responsibility for quantity/quality production, recipe/menu development, and employee/supervision/instruction;
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse professional, community, and student population;
4. Self-disciplined and able to work with minimal supervision;
5. Must meet all Department of Public Safety (DPS) entrance requirements before an instructional assignment at a correctional facility. This includes but is not limited to completing required training and DPS background check.
Preferred Qualifications
| 1. Three years of successfully documented professional experience as a working Chef with responsibility for quantity/quality production, recipe/menu development, and employee/supervision/instruction
2. Counseling or community outreach experience or certifications.
3. Documented history of successful classroom instruction.
4. Experience working with incarcerated or at-risk populations
Special Instructions to Applicants
Must meet all Department of Public Safety (DPS) entrance requirements prior to an instructional assignment at a correctional facility. This includes but is not limited to the successful completion of required training and DPS background check.
If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts (if applicable) from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education or official transcript evaluation (required if degree was attained outside the US) from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) recognized organization, are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work. Failure to comply may result in revocation of the job offer.
Posting Detail Information
Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 07/21/2026 Start Date Keep Open Until Filled Yes Salary Range $26.00 - $31.00 per contact hour

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