Head Chef Jobs in Tampa, FL

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There are currently 119 Head Chef jobs in Tampa, FL 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 Tampa 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 Tampa, FL

Applying is fast and easy:

  1. Browse the 119 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 Tampa, FL

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Head Chef

at Trattoria Pasquale
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
From $50,000.00 to $60,000.00

From $50,000.00 to $60,000.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Banquet Sous Chef

at Marriott International, Inc
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
From $64,000.00 to $86,000.00

From $64,000.00 to $86,000.00

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

Relocation assistance

Relocation assistance

bonus eligible

bonus eligible

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Executive Chef - Tampa Convention Ctr

at Aramark
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

work/life resources

work/life resources

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Chef de Cuisine - Lilac Michelin Star

at Marriott
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
Up to $88,000.00

Up to $88,000.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Relocation assistance

Relocation assistance

bonus eligible

bonus eligible

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

employee training

employee training

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Executive Chef

at Ruth's Chris
St Petersburg, FL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

management incentive performance plan

management incentive performance plan

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

training and leadership development program

training and leadership development program

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Specialty Restaurant Chef

at Marriott International, Inc
Saint Petersburg, FL, USA|Onsite
From $67,000.00 to $89,000.00

From $67,000.00 to $89,000.00

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

Performance bonus

Performance bonus

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Chef Operator (GM) St Pete

at Naked Farmer Careers
St Petersburg, FL, USA|Onsite
From $47,900.00 to $71,900.00

From $47,900.00 to $71,900.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Profit-sharing incentives

Profit-sharing incentives

Annual paid vacation

Annual paid vacation

Affordable Health Insurance

Affordable Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Opportunities for career progression

Opportunities for career progression

Complimentary meal daily

Complimentary meal daily

Flexible work schedule

Flexible work schedule

paid parking

paid parking

Culinary Supervisor

at Legends Global
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night 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 Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

PT Suites Culinary Supervisor - Raymond James Stadium

at AEG
St Petersburg, FL, USA|Onsite
From $47,200.00 to $67,100.00

From $47,200.00 to $67,100.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day 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 Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Team-oriented work environment

Team-oriented work environment

PT Suites Culinary Supervisor - Raymond James Stadium

at ASM Global
St Petersburg, FL, USA|Onsite
From $47,200.00 to $67,100.00

From $47,200.00 to $67,100.00

Salary

Salary

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

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

team events

team events

Part Time Line Cook

at Indian Rocks Church
St Petersburg, FL, USA|Onsite
From $13.50 to $17.00

From $13.50 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Serving a community-driven mission

Serving a community-driven mission

Opportunity to develop culinary skills

Opportunity to develop culinary skills

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

Serving in a faith-based ministry

Serving in a faith-based ministry

Contributing to a meaningful cause

Contributing to a meaningful cause

team collaboration

team collaboration

Kitchen Supervisor

at Le Méridien Tampa, The Courthouse
St Petersburg, FL, USA|
Exact $24.00

Exact $24.00

Hourly

Hourly

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 Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career Development

Career Development

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Chef

at Chanta European cuisine
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
From $24.00 to $26.00

From $24.00 to $26.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

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

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Chef

at Chanta European cuisine
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $26.00

From $18.00 to $26.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Meal Allowances

Meal Allowances

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Chef

at MeetAChef.com
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
Exact $30.00

Exact $30.00

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

hourly wage

hourly wage

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Opportunity to showcase culinary skills

Opportunity to showcase culinary skills

Supportive working environment

Supportive working environment

Direct client interaction

Direct client interaction

Chef

at MeetAChef.com
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00

Exact $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive hourly rate

competitive hourly rate

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

opportunities for professional growth

opportunities for professional growth

Employee meal discounts

Employee meal discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Chef

at MeetAChef.com
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
Exact $80.00

Exact $80.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

competitive daily rate

competitive daily rate

welcoming work environment

welcoming work environment

Chef Manager

at Healthcare Services Group
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

401(k)

401(k)

telemedicine services

telemedicine services

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Employee stock purchase plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Training and Development

Training and Development

financial wellness support

financial wellness support

Prescription discount program

Prescription discount program

Nationwide Transfer Opportunities

Nationwide Transfer Opportunities

Sous Chef

at Aramark
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Sous Chef

at Aramark
Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite
From $45,700.00 to $61,600.00

From $45,700.00 to $61,600.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

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 Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Training and Development

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

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