Entry Level Chef Jobs in Louisville, KY

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Jr. Sous Chef

at Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu
Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite
From $22.00 to $25.00

From $22.00 to $25.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

retirement plans

retirement plans

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Buca Prep Cook

at Jackmont Hospitality
Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite
From $13.00 to $16.50

From $13.00 to $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

meal discounts

meal discounts

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

(USA) Cake Decorator

at Sam's Club
Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite
From $21.00 to $29.00

From $21.00 to $29.00

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

performance-based bonus

performance-based bonus

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Baker

at Sodexo
Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite
From $7.25 to $23.44

From $7.25 to $23.44

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

ongoing training and development

ongoing training and development

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Discount Programs

Employee Discount Programs

shift meals

shift meals

uniforms

uniforms

safety shoes

safety shoes

Transportation support

Transportation support

parking

parking

Culinary Cook

at Triple Crown Senior Living
Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.00

Exact $15.00

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

on-demand pay

on-demand pay

competitive salary

competitive salary

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Professional growth opportunities

Professional growth opportunities

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Cook

at Metz Culinary Management
Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.00

Exact $19.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Daily Pay Option

Daily Pay Option

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

busy work environment

busy work environment

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Kitchen training

Kitchen training

Supportive team environment

Supportive team environment

Cold Station Cook

at Capital Grille
Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

matching 401(k) plan

matching 401(k) plan

7 Entry Level Chef Jobs in Louisville, KY - May 2026

Browse 7 entry level Chef jobs in Louisville, KY. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Chef Jobs in Louisville, KY

Employers in Louisville, KY are actively hiring entry level Chef staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Chef Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Chef positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Chef Salary in Louisville, KY

Entry level Chef pay in Louisville, KY typically ranges from $27,000 per year to $34,300 per year, with average earnings near $29,100 per year or $14 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $27,000 per year
  • Average wage: $29,100 per year or $14 per hour
  • Highest wage: $34,300 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Chef roles in Louisville, KY using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

  • Pay range
  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Chef Jobs Are Common in Louisville, KY

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Louisville, KY create steady demand for entry level Chef positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Chef Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Chef roles in Louisville, KY include:

  • Jackmont Hospitality

Chef Job Benefits and Perks in Louisville, KY

Many entry level Chef jobs in Louisville, KY offer Employee Discounts, meal discounts, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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