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Executive Pastry Chef, The Department at Hudson's Detroit

Detroit, MI, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

The Department at Hudson's Detroit is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead their Proof Bakery team in delivering exceptional pastries and breads for high-profile events. This role emphasizes creativity,...

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Famous Famiglia Pizzeria

Pizza Chef

San Antonio, TX, USA|Onsite
Flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

Flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

competitive pay including tips

competitive pay including tips

free food for performance

free food for performance

daily meal discounts

daily meal discounts

Famous Famiglia Pizzeria is hiring Pizza Chefs to join their team at San Antonio International Airport. We are seeking passionate individuals with a love for hospitality, offering a full training program,...

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Aramark

Executive Chef

Dallas, TX, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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Aramark Healthcare is seeking Executive Chefs to join their teams overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs...

Posted about 2 hours ago

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Gecko Hospitality

Executive Chef

Philadelphia, PA, USA|Onsite
Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Upscale/Casual Private Restaurant Group in Philadelphia, PA offering an Executive Chef position with a salary of $100-120K plus bonus and benefits. The establishment is dedicated to providing unparalleled...

Posted about 4 hours ago

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Lombardi Family Concepts, Inc.

Jr. Sous Chef

Missouri City, TX, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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A Junior Sous Chef position in Houston, TX, is open for candidates with a background in French cuisine and experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role involves assisting the head chef in kitchen...

Posted about 5 hours ago

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82 Acres

Chef de Cuisine

Portland, OR, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Salary

Salary

Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

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82 Acres, an elegant and cozy neighborhood restaurant located at SE 20th and Clinton, featuring locally grown produce, eggs, meat, and wine from Abbey Road Farm. The restaurant ethos emphasizes warm and...

Posted about 6 hours ago

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LSG Sky Chefs

Executive Chef

Gloucester City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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LSG Sky Chefs, one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Committed to excellence and innovation, driven...

Posted about 6 hours ago

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The Capital Grille

Sous Chef

Philadelphia, PA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Salary

Salary

Range $62,496.55 - $80,091.62

Range $62,496.55 - $80,091.62

Competitive salary with quarterly bonus eligibility

Competitive salary with quarterly bonus eligibility

Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

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The Sous Chef position offers an opportunity to work with a culinary team focused on delivering high-quality food, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring profitability. The role contributes to...

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Savor Management

Chef

Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

New Cafe Style Restaurant and Wine Market in the neighborhoods near downtown Columbia, opening at the end of 2025 or early 2026. The ownership has over 15 years of experience operating successful...

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La Palme D'or

Pastry Chef

Pearl City, HI, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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La Palme D'or in Honolulu, Hawaii is seeking a long-term Pastry Chef to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the production of high-quality pastries with meticulous...

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We've curated a list of 500 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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