Head Chef Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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There are currently 12 Head Chef jobs in Trenton, NJ hiring this April 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 Trenton 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 Trenton, NJ

Applying is fast and easy:

  1. Browse the 12 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 Trenton, NJ

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Executive Chef 3 at Sodexo

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $74,290.00 to $96,140.00

From $74,290.00 to $96,140.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Kitchen Leader at Chipotle

Mercerville, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $17.40 to $19.35

From $17.40 to $19.35

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Sous Chef at Acts Retirement-Life Communities

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $58,350.00 to $74,463.00

From $58,350.00 to $74,463.00

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

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible spending accounts

flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Life insurance

disability programs

disability programs

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Next Day Pay

Next Day Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Scholarship awards

Scholarship awards

Professional development programs

Professional development programs

referral programs

referral programs

discount programs

discount programs

appreciation events

appreciation events

wellness initiatives

wellness initiatives

Executive Chef 3 at Sodexo

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $74,290.00 to $96,140.00

From $74,290.00 to $96,140.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Food Service Cook - Food & Nutrition - Hopewell - Per Diem - Varied Shifts at Capital Health

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $23.55 to $34.22

From $23.55 to $34.22

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

retirement savings plan

retirement savings plan

short term disability

short term disability

Sick Time Off

Sick Time Off

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

ShopRite - Baker (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Temporary

Temporary

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Pastry Cook/Kitchen Help at ggg

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $18.25 to $22.25

From $18.25 to $22.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

great discount program

great discount program

ShopRite - Baker (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

legal plan

legal plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Retirement benefits

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

legal plan

legal plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Retirement benefits

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Eickhoff NJ) Salary Range $17.00 - $20.00/hr at ShopRite

Burlington, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $20.00

From $17.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

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

retirement plans

retirement plans

training programs

training programs

overtime pay

overtime pay

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Ewing, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

legal plan

legal plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Retirement benefits

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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $74,290.00 - $96,140.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Opportunities for advancement
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Sodexo Corporate Services is a global leader in providing quality food services, catering, and integrated facilities management solutions. With a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for their clients and employees, Sodexo operates in diverse settings, delivering exceptional customer experiences through innovative culinary programs and outstanding service. Their focus on sustainability, employee well-being, and community engagement distinguishes them as a premier employer in the corporate services sector.

At their Lawrence Township, NJ location, Sodexo manages a high-profile corporate dining operation with a total managed volume of approximately $2 million. This multifaceted dining program includes a café and ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum education requirement - bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • minimum management experience - 3 years
  • minimum functional experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts
  • excellent communication skills
  • solid understanding of menu development and costing
  • ability to mentor and engage staff
  • passion for culinary innovation
  • strong collaboration skills

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
  • minimum 3 years management experience
  • minimum 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts
  • excellent communication and deadline management skills
  • solid understanding of menu development and costing
  • ability to mentor, develop, and engage staff
  • passion for innovation, creativity, and elevating the guest experience
  • strong collaboration skills across culinary, catering, and leadership teams

Job Duties

  • Serve as the lead chef across culinary operation
  • oversee a culinary team of 24 cooks and contribute to leadership of a total team of 30 hourly employees
  • collaborate with 3 salaried managers: General Manager, Operations Manager, Catering Manager
  • create and refine menus within a 4-week cycle
  • bring forward fresh ideas, seasonal offerings, and elevated presentations
  • drive culinary innovation across café, catering, and daycare programs
  • be hands-on approximately 80% of the time
  • lead catering production, tastings, and special event execution
  • ensure consistency, flavor excellence, and top-tier food quality
  • manage ordering, inventory, and food cost
  • partner with the GM on labor strategy
  • meet with the client weekly to maintain strong communication and alignment

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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Posted 1 month ago

Executive Chef 3 at Sodexo

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $74,290.00 to $96,140.00

From $74,290.00 to $96,140.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Posted 3 months ago

Kitchen Leader at Chipotle

Mercerville, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $17.40 to $19.35

From $17.40 to $19.35

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Posted 3 months ago

Sous Chef at Acts Retirement-Life Communities

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $58,350.00 to $74,463.00

From $58,350.00 to $74,463.00

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

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible spending accounts

flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Life insurance

disability programs

disability programs

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Next Day Pay

Next Day Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Scholarship awards

Scholarship awards

Professional development programs

Professional development programs

referral programs

referral programs

discount programs

discount programs

appreciation events

appreciation events

wellness initiatives

wellness initiatives

Posted 1 month ago

Executive Chef 3 at Sodexo

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $74,290.00 to $96,140.00

From $74,290.00 to $96,140.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Posted 1 month ago

Food Service Cook - Food & Nutrition - Hopewell - Per Diem - Varied Shifts at Capital Health

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $23.55 to $34.22

From $23.55 to $34.22

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

retirement savings plan

retirement savings plan

short term disability

short term disability

Sick Time Off

Sick Time Off

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Posted 1 month ago

ShopRite - Baker (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Temporary

Temporary

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Posted 1 month ago

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Posted 1 month ago

Pastry Cook/Kitchen Help at ggg

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $18.25 to $22.25

From $18.25 to $22.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

great discount program

great discount program

Posted 1 month ago

ShopRite - Baker (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

legal plan

legal plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Retirement benefits

Posted 1 month ago

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

legal plan

legal plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Retirement benefits

Posted 2 months ago

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Eickhoff NJ) Salary Range $17.00 - $20.00/hr at ShopRite

Burlington, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $20.00

From $17.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

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

retirement plans

retirement plans

training programs

training programs

overtime pay

overtime pay

Posted 2 months ago

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr at ShopRite

Ewing, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92

Exact $15.92

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

legal plan

legal plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Retirement benefits

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