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COREcruitment Ltd

Taskforce Executive Chef

Peoria, AZ, USA|Onsite
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Full-time

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Temporary

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Hourly

Hourly

Internship

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My client is a well-known Hospitality Group with Golf and Country Clubs across the country, seeking a Corporate Taskforce Executive Chef to join their dynamic team in Phoenix, AZ. This role involves overseeing...

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Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chef, International Culinary Manager

Huntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is a restaurant company dedicated to serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients across multiple countries. With a focus on providing a...

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Aramark

Chef de Cuisine - Lincoln Financial Field

Philadelphia, PA, USA|Onsite
Range $60,572.39 - $72,209.25

Range $60,572.39 - $72,209.25

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

comprehensive benefit programs and services

comprehensive benefit programs and services

health and wellbeing culture promotion

health and wellbeing culture promotion

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Aramark is a company rooted in service and united by a mission to do great things for each other, partners, communities, and the planet, serving millions of guests daily through food and facilities in 15...

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Marriott International, Inc

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $69,000.00 - $92,000.00

Range $69,000.00 - $92,000.00

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Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Comprehensive health care benefits

Comprehensive health care benefits

401(k) plan with up to 5% company match

401(k) plan with up to 5% company match

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Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a talented and responsible individual to join their team. As a part of the Marriott International family, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is known for...

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Aramark

Chef Manager

Detroit, MI, USA|Onsite
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Aramark is a global company specializing in food and facilities services, serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. Rooted in service and driven by a commitment to excellence, Aramark values equal...

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Aramark

Executive Chef

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $80,000.00 - $115,000.00

Range $80,000.00 - $115,000.00

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Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking an Executive Chef for the University of Chicago Medicine located in Chicago, IL. The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary...

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The Oakville Grill & Cellar

Chef de Cuisine

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $70,000.00 - $90,000.00

Range $70,000.00 - $90,000.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Obtainable quarterly bonuses with an annual potential up to 175% of plan

Obtainable quarterly bonuses with an annual potential up to 175% of plan

Competitive salary range

Competitive salary range

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The Oakville Grill & Cellar, located in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood, brings the best of Napa Valley cuisine with a focus on live-fire cooking and an extensive California wine list. The establishment...

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Shaw's Crab House

Sous Chef

Schaumburg, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $55,000.00 - $75,000.00

Range $55,000.00 - $75,000.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Competitive salary range

Competitive salary range

Obtainable quarterly bonuses with an annual potential up to 175% of plan

Obtainable quarterly bonuses with an annual potential up to 175% of plan

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Shaw's Crab House is a renowned culinary establishment offering two dining experiences in one location: a casual oyster bar with freshly shucked oysters and a sophisticated seafood house featuring...

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LSG Sky Chefs

Sous Chef

Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $55,820.98 - $69,776.22

Range $55,820.98 - $69,776.22

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LSG Sky Chefs, a leading airline catering and hospitality provider, committed to excellence and innovation, recognized as 'Airline Caterer of the Year in North America' for 2023 and 2024. Known for delivering...

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Lombardi Family Concepts, Inc.

Executive Chef

Dallas, TX, USA|Onsite
Range $80,000.00 - $100,000.00

Range $80,000.00 - $100,000.00

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An upscale Mexican/Latin cuisine restaurant is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee all aspects of the kitchen and kitchen staff, ensuring quality food preparation and adherence to health and...

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We've curated a list of 9976 Chef roles in the United States, including details on salaries, qualifications and benefits.

How Many Chefs Are Currently Employed in the US?

There are currently 172,370 Chefs employed in the United States, according to the most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Here are the industries with the highest levels of employment in this occupation:

Additionally, the demand for Chefs in the United States is projected to grow by 5% from 2022 to 2032. This exceeds the average growth rate for all other professions (3%). 

How Much Can You Earn from Chef Jobs?

The average hourly wage for a Chef in the United States is $30.12, which translates into a yearly salary of $62,640.

However, the top three highest-paying states — Hawaii ($99,520 per year), Rhode Island ($81,170 per year) and Massachusetts ($77,120 per year) — offer significantly higher average salaries.

For more details on salaries, visit our Chef Salary page.

FAQs About Chef Jobs

Employers usually look for a mix of culinary expertise, creativity and strong leadership abilities in Chefs. They value skills like menu planning, food safety and cost control, along with attributes such as attention to detail, adaptability and the ability to work well under pressure.

To tailor their resumes and cover letters to specific restaurant concepts, Chefs should highlight relevant experience and skills. 

For instance, if applying to a fine dining restaurant, they should emphasize their experience with upscale plating techniques and working with premium ingredients. 

It’s also beneficial to mention any past roles in similar high-end settings and demonstrate an understanding of the restaurant’s sophisticated culinary style.

Certainly! You can apply for more specific Chef jobs such as Sous Chef jobs and Executive Chef jobs. If you're looking for more junior-level culinary roles, consider positions like Line Cook or Prep Cook. These roles can provide valuable experience and help you build your culinary skills.

If you're a Chef preparing for a job interview, here are some common questions you might get asked:

  • What is your approach to menu development and creating new dishes?
  • How do you handle high-pressure situations during busy service periods?
  • How do you manage and motivate your kitchen team?
  • How do you ensure consistency and quality in your dishes?
  • What are your views on sustainability and sourcing local ingredients?

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