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Station Casinos

Team Dining - Room Chef - GVR

Henderson, NV, USA|Onsite
Range $50,452.63 - $60,559.23

Range $50,452.63 - $60,559.23

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

401(k)

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

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Responsible for managing and leading the creation of annual budgets, forecasting, and cost controls to exceed financial goals. Oversees departments to ensure adherence to specifications, guidelines, and safety...

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Heathman Lodge

Join the Hudson's team as a Executive Chef!

Portland, OR, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Life insurance

Life insurance

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Heathman Lodge is seeking an Executive Chef to lead and innovate the culinary experience for guests, ensuring top-notch quality and creativity in every dish. This role involves overseeing kitchen operations,...

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Eataly North America

Pastry Sous Chef - FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Pasadena, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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Eataly is the world's largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace, offering authentic Italian food at restaurants, cafes, and to-go counters, a selection of high-quality Italian, local, and...

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Schlesinger's Steakhouse

Chef

Newport News, VA, USA|Onsite
Flexible schedule to fit your lifestyle

Flexible schedule to fit your lifestyle

Paid time off for work-life balance

Paid time off for work-life balance

health and dental insurance for your peace of mind

health and dental insurance for your peace of mind

employee discounts on our delectable menu items

employee discounts on our delectable menu items

Bonus Pay Opportunities

Bonus Pay Opportunities

Schlesinger's Steakhouse is seeking an experienced and dynamic Chef who thrives in an energetic kitchen environment and is passionate about crafting delicious meals. Join our talented team and enjoy benefits...

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Sodexo

Executive Chef 3

Las Vegas, NV, USA|Onsite
Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package provided upon hiring

Comprehensive benefits package provided upon hiring

Sodexo, a global food service and facilities management company, is seeking an experienced Executive Chef 3 to join the team at HCA MountainView Hospital in Las Vegas, NV. This leadership role in a healthcare...

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Remington

Executive Chef

Missouri City, TX, USA|Onsite

Remington is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations for both restaurants and banquets, ensuring quality food production, timing, portions, and sanitation. The ideal candidate will...

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Marriott International

Executive Sous Chef

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
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

Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount

Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount

Accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable)

Accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable)

Life insurance

Life insurance

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Marriott Hotels, a part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio, is known for its commitment to elevating the art of hospitality globally. Marriott Hotels promise 'Wonderful Hospitality. Always.' and...

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Aramark

Catering Chef Manager - University of South Carolina

Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite
Range $53,863.27 - $64,415.02

Range $53,863.27 - $64,415.02

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Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

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Aramark is a global company that proudly serves millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by its purpose, Aramark strives to make a...

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Tyson Foods, Inc.

Chef - Springdale, AR

Fayetteville, AR, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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Tyson Foods is seeking a talented individual to join their culinary team, focusing on innovative product positioning and solutions for their retail brands. This role involves providing culinary insights,...

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Hana Group

Sushi Chef II

Fayetteville, AR, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

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Hana Group, a global leader in ready-to-eat Pan-Asian cuisine, is seeking a skilled Sushi Chef II to join their culinary team. With a commitment to delivering high-quality and chef-crafted sushi to customers...

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We’ve gathered 10000 Head Chef opportunities in the United States — along with salary and company information, job requirements, benefits and more.

How Much Can You Earn From Head Chef Jobs?

Head Chefs who work in the U.S. have an average annual salary of $73,632. On a monthly basis, this would be around $6,136.

Where Can US-Based Head Chefs Earn Higher Salaries?

When looking for Head Chef jobs across the U.S., it's important to know which states and districts you're more likely to get higher pay.

[Calculated using Indeed, Salary.com, ZipRecruiter and Talent.com data]

This graph is interactive. Hover your mouse over different parts of the graph to see detailed data. 

The graph above shows that the District of Columbia offers the highest average salaries for Head Chefs, followed by New York and Washington. Average salaries for Head Chef vary across different locations due to factors like local economic conditions and company budgets.

Additionally, when it comes to a Head Chef's individual salary, it often depends on their level of culinary expertise and training.

Check out our Head Chef Salary page for more comprehensive insights into compensation for this role.

Below are some federal laws and regulations on kitchen operations and employment that Head Chefs need to follow.

State-mandated health inspections

Given that Head Chefs are in charge of the overall back-of-house operations, one of their responsibilities is to make sure their establishment passes health inspections. To do that, they must constantly check if everyone in their team is adhering to kitchen safety and sanitation requirements.

Requirements for hiring minors

Head Chefs can hire minor-age applicants for their staff as long as the applicant is at least 14 years old. However, the Head Chef must ensure that these younger applicants have an employment certificate or permit.

Moreover, Head Chefs must know which kitchen tasks are legally allowed for employees below the age of 18. For instance, those aged 14 to 15 cannot be assigned to perform baking tasks or cook food over an open flame.

Exemptions from overtime pay

Most Head Chefs fall under the "learned professionals" category of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which means they're exempt from overtime pay.

As per the FLSA, learned professionals are employees who make at least $684 a week and have primary duties that require advanced knowledge - both of which are the case with many (if not all) Head Chefs.

Head Chef Jobs FAQ

No, you need to have some supervisory or managerial experience in a commercial kitchen. This is because Head Chefs hold either the highest or second-highest position within a restaurant’s back-of-house staff.

Most Head Chef jobs require applicants to have around two to five years of prior experience as a Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager or a similar role.

The best way to prepare for a Head Chef job interview is to research what questions employers often ask and practice how you would answer these questions.

For a comprehensive list of questions, answer examples and interview tips, visit our Head Chef Interview Questions guide.

Yes, Head Chef jobs in the U.S. generally pay well. For context, the average salary for Head Chefs is $73,632 a year, as per recent data from Salary.com, Indeed, ZipRecruiter and Talent.com.

However, Head Chefs who work in major cities may earn significantly more than the nationwide average. For instance, in New York City and Los Angeles, the average annual salaries are $83,631 and $81,149 respectively.

Criteria for Selecting Our Head Chef Jobs

Curious about how we picked which Head Chef jobs to include on our list? Here are the three main factors we took into consideration:

  1. Competitive yearly salaries: The jobs above offer a starting salary of at least $71,000. This is because we aimed to feature Head Chef positions that pay close to or above the U.S. average salary for this role.
  2. Prime locations: Each of the job listings above is located in a metropolitan area and/or a fairly popular tourist destination. After all, these kinds of places typically have lively dining industries — therefore providing ample opportunities for Head Chefs to showcase their culinary expertise.
  3. Reputable companies and establishments: We’ve made sure to feature Head Chef jobs from employers that are well-respected within the restaurant and hospitality industry. In fact, some of these jobs are in Michelin-starred establishments.