Head Chef Jobs in Jackson, MS

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There are currently 21 Head Chef jobs in Jackson, MS hiring this May 2026. These openings are a great way to earn income, gain experience, and work at a location close to you.

If you want to work as a Head Chef, local opportunities make it easy to get started, whether you're experienced or new to the job.

Why Choose a Head Chef Job in Your Area

Working as a Head Chef in Jackson offers many benefits:

  • Convenient location - work near your home or in your neighborhood
  • Fast hiring process - many employers are hiring now
  • No degree required - learn while you work
  • Flexible scheduling - choose shifts that fit your lifestyle
  • Valuable experience - build skills to grow your career

You can apply to Head Chef positions close to you, whether in restaurants, hotels, or catering services. Some jobs require prior experience, but many are entry-level and provide training.

If you’re looking for Head Chef work in your area, Head Chef jobs close to you, or local Head Chef openings with no experience required, there are real opportunities available.

What Employers Look for in a Head Chef

Every workplace is different, but most employers want someone who:

  • Arrives on time
  • Communicates clearly
  • Works well with others
  • Follows instructions and stays focused
  • Learns quickly on the job

Depending on the business, Head Chef duties may include food preparation, assisting kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, or managing orders.

How to Apply for Head Chef Jobs Near You in Jackson, MS

Applying is fast and easy:

  1. Browse the 21 Head Chef jobs in your area listed on this page
  2. Choose the ones that match your skills or availability
  3. Click apply - you'll need to create an account, which only takes a minute

These are real local jobs available now. If you’re ready to start, apply today.

Top Paying Head Chef Jobs in Jackson, MS

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Executive Chef

at The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

meal benefits

meal benefits

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Executive Chef

at The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Executive Chef

at Compass Group
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
From $65,000.00 to $85,000.00

From $65,000.00 to $85,000.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Flexible Time Off

Executive Chef

at The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
From $62,300.00 to $85,800.00

From $62,300.00 to $85,800.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Meal Allowances

Meal Allowances

Sous Chef

at Forefront Healthcare & Culinary Services
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
Exact $27.00

Exact $27.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee wellness programs

Employee wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Sous Chef Bayview

at IP Casino Resort Spa
Jackson, MS, USA|
No experience required

No experience required

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Life insurance

Life insurance

Sous Chef - Events

at IP Casino Resort Spa
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Diverse workforce

Diverse workforce

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Professional growth opportunities

Sous Chef - Banquets

at IP Casino Resort Spa
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
From $43,600.00 to $58,800.00

From $43,600.00 to $58,800.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Cook

at Elior North America
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
Exact $18.00

Exact $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

weekly pay

weekly pay

Mon-Fri Schedule

Mon-Fri Schedule

Medical (FT Employees)

Medical (FT Employees)

Dental

Dental

Vision

Vision

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

Discount Program

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)

EAP

EAP

401k

401k

Sick Time

Sick Time

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

Cook (Full-Time)

at Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp.
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Free play

Free play

Half-price food

Half-price food

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Mental well-being platform

Mental well-being platform

Prep

at Logan's Roadhouse
Jackson, MS, USA|
From $12.00 to $15.00

From $12.00 to $15.00

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

employee discount

employee discount

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Kitchen Assistant - Part-Time

at Vitality Senior Living
Jackson, MS, USA|
From $12.25 to $15.00

From $12.25 to $15.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

No experience required

No experience required

Monthly perfect attendance bonuses

Monthly perfect attendance bonuses

Quarterly perfect attendance bonuses

Quarterly perfect attendance bonuses

401k

401k

Manager Food Preparation

at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Professional Development

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Dietary Services Cook

at Oceans Healthcare
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
From $12.25 to $15.50

From $12.25 to $15.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

short term disability

short term disability

long term disability

long term disability

Life insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Culinary Director

at HHS
Jackson, MS, USA|Onsite
Up to $52,300.00

Up to $52,300.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Career development and ongoing training

Career development and ongoing training

Oyster Shucker - Flowood

at Half Shell Oyster House
Jackson, MS, USA|
From $13.25 to $16.00

From $13.25 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

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

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

training programs

training programs

Equal employment opportunity

Equal employment opportunity

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

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