Private Chef Jobs in Washington, DC

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There are currently 18 Private Chef jobs in Washington, DC hiring this August 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 Private Chef, local opportunities make it easy to get started, whether you're experienced or new to the job.

Why Choose a Private Chef Job in Your Area

Working as a Private Chef in Washington 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 Private 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 Private Chef work in your area, Private Chef jobs close to you, or local Private Chef openings with no experience required, there are real opportunities available.

What Employers Look for in a Private 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, Private Chef duties may include food preparation, assisting kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, or managing orders.

How to Apply for Private Chef Jobs Near You in Washington, DC

Applying is fast and easy:

  1. Browse the 18 Private 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 Private Chef Jobs in Washington, DC

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Banquet Chef

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Hersha Hospitality Management
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $110,000.00 - $120,000.00

Range $110,000.00 - $120,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Training and development programs

Training and development programs

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

employee recognition programs

employee recognition programs

Sushi Chef

at
Clyde's Restaurant Group
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $22.50 - $25.00

Range $22.50 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

On-call

On-call

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Stable company

Stable company

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Positive culture

Positive culture

Excellent training

Excellent training

Generous 401k

Generous 401k

Restaurant Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

Meal Discount

Meal Discount

top health plan

top health plan

support

support

Wellness resources

Wellness resources

financial assistance

financial assistance

career growth

career growth

merit recognition

merit recognition

exclusive discounts

exclusive discounts

Executive Chef

at
Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Education Assistance

Education Assistance

Health and well-being resources

Health and well-being resources

Assistant Sous Chef

at
Compass Business Solutions, Inc.
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00

Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00

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

Professional Development

Professional Development

Flexible spending account

Flexible spending account

Executive Chef 4

at
Sodexo
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $103,445.00 - $133,870.00

Range $103,445.00 - $133,870.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision care

Vision care

wellness programs

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

company holidays

company holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Free onsite parking

Free onsite parking

Free shuttle services to and from metro

Free shuttle services to and from metro

Executive Chef - Smoke & Mirrors

at
AC Hotel
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $91,316.79 - $114,145.98

Range $91,316.79 - $114,145.98

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

Life insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

401(k) program with company match

401(k) program with company match

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

discounted room rates

discounted room rates

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

career advancement

career advancement

Sous Chef – Belgian Bistro

at
Goodwin Recruiting
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Exact $75,000.00

Exact $75,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

supportive team culture

supportive team culture

Executive Chef Washington DC

at
Blue Shock Executive Search
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $100,000.00 - $110,000.00

Range $100,000.00 - $110,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

employee discount

employee discount

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Chef de Cuisine - Hiring Immediately

at
Boqueria
Washington, DC, USA|
Range $80,000.00 - $100,000.00

Range $80,000.00 - $100,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

long-term disability

long-term disability

short-term disability

short-term disability

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

401(k) retirement plan with company match

flexible spending accounts

flexible spending accounts

Commuter Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Pizza Chef

at
Arpeggio LLC
Washington, DC, USA|
Hourly

Hourly

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Executive Chef

at
Melwood, Inc.
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $70,700.00 - $97,500.00

Range $70,700.00 - $97,500.00

Full-time

Full-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

protected veterans

protected veterans

individuals with disabilities

individuals with disabilities

Restaurant Sous Chef - The Willard InterContinental Washington

at
IC - The Willard Washington D.C. (WASHA)
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Exact $35.74

Exact $35.74

Full-time

Full-time

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

401k

401k

competitive salary

competitive salary

room discounts

room discounts

CHEF, SOUS (RES DINING) (FULL TIME)

at
Compass Group
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $30.00 - $35.00

Range $30.00 - $35.00

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Opportunities for training and development

Opportunities for training and development

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

voluntary benefits

voluntary benefits

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision

Vision

life insurance/AD&D

life insurance/AD&D

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Commuter Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

flexible spending accounts

Chef/Kitchen Manager

at
Sodexo
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
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 care

Vision care

wellness programs

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

paid airport parking

paid airport parking

Pastry Chef at Any Day Now Washington DC

at
Any Day Now
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

health benefits

health benefits

Creative freedom

Creative freedom

Traveling Sushi Chef at The Indigo Road Washington DC

at
kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard
Washington, DC, USA|Travel
Full-time

Full-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

travel allowance

travel allowance

Executive Chef - **New Restaurant** TEN TEN at One Washington Circle Tapestry by Hilton

at
Enterprise
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Range $95,000.00 - $110,000.00

Range $95,000.00 - $110,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

short term disability

short term disability

long term disability

long term disability

401k plan

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Same Day Pay

Same Day Pay

Sushi Trainee

at
Wegmans Food Markets
Washington, DC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

comprehensive benefits

comprehensive benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Higher premium pay rates for overtime Sundays and holidays

Higher premium pay rates for overtime Sundays and holidays

Health care benefits

Health care benefits

retirement plan with 401(k) match

retirement plan with 401(k) match

scholarship program

scholarship program

Employee and family support program

Employee and family support program

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