Chef Jobs in Texas

A Chef is a culinary expert who prepares and cooks a variety of dishes, from simple to complex, in a professional setting such as a restaurant, hotel, or private establishment. They are responsible for creating menus, ensuring the freshness of ingredients, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. Chefs also manage the budget for food and kitchen supplies, negotiate supplier contracts, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Their role is pivotal in providing an excellent dining experience to customers, thereby contributing significantly to the Chef industry.

A Chef should possess key skills such as creativity, culinary expertise, leadership, time management, and communication. Having a profound understanding of various cooking techniques and food presentation is paramount. They should also be adept at multitasking, as they often handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, being ServSafe certified and having a degree in Culinary Arts or a related field is preferred. Prior to becoming a Chef, a person may have roles such as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager, to gain valuable experience and learn the intricacies of the industry.

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Chef I

  • West, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • West, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Job Title: Chef I Reports to: Head Chef Level: Hourly Scope: Responsible for serving guests and assisting with production of daily menu Primary Responsibilities: Accountable and responsible for maintaining...

Traveling Chef Part-Time Byron Nelson

  • McKinney, TX
  • 18 hours ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 18 hours ago

Position Summary The Traveling Chef is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality meals for VIPs, players, staff, and guests at golf tournaments and related events....

Dining Service Chef

  • Granbury, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Granbury, TX
  • 2 days ago

Employee Assistance Program Dependent Care and FSA saving accounts PTO available day one Paid Training Benefit eligibility dependent on employment status Eligibility based on location Dining Services Chef...

Chef (Full Time)

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 3 days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. Location: Flint Hills - 2875 Suntide Road, Corpus Christi, TX 78409 Note: online applications accepted only....

Culinary Instructor/Chef

  • Cleburne, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Cleburne, TX
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching Date Posted: 1/17/2025 Location: Cleburne High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Culinary Teacher/Chef Wage Hour Status: Exempt Reports...

Food Service Teacher - School Chef

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago

Benefits: Paid Holidays Health insurance Training & development Role : Food Service Teacher - School Chef at Primrose School of Huebner Village - 2410 Huebner Park San Antonio, TX 78248 Be a part of...

Open Call for CHEFS

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

Overview Open Calls: Executive Chefs, Chef De Cuisine, Executive Sous Chefs, and Sous Chefs for the Ema Team - Coming to Domain NORTHSIDE This Fall!...

Chef

  • Cotulla, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Cotulla, TX
  • 6 days ago

Los Cuernos Ranch is seeking a creative and highly talented Chef to join our team. This Chef will be responsible for preparing meals and coordinating events, along with attending to guests....

Covered S Ranch Live In Caretaker/Chef

  • Lubbock, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 7 days ago

GENERAL: Reporting to the Manager of the Covered S Ranch, the live-in Caretaker/Cook is responsible for taking care of the Hacienda area, cooking meals, and providing excellent customer service to...

Role : Food Service Teacher - School Chef at Primrose School of The Westchase District - 1540 S. Peek Road Katy, TX 77450 Be a part of the Beginning of Something Big!...

Creative and Motivated Lead Barista/Chef - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 8 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a lead barista/chef to join our team at a beautiful private school in Houston, TX....

Catering Chef

  • Aubrey, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Aubrey, TX
  • 9 days ago

is to support the Hub Chef and Sous Chef....

Chef

  • Irving, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 10 days ago

Salary Confidential Position range in Dallas County $31k - $63k Per Year Chef Christ Centered Church Occupation: Chefs and Head Cooks Location: Irving, TX - 75062 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16850429...

Chef, Indian Cuisine

  • Flower Mound, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX
  • 14 days ago

Chef, Indian Cuisine 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars Flower Mound, TX Salary: $18 - 20 per hour +....

Chef II

  • San Angelo, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • San Angelo, TX
  • 14 days ago

N/A Preferred Culinary Degree or Advanced Certification Culinary Required Experience Chef (I) Number of Years Type of Experience Required/Preferred 1 Foodservice, Cook Preferred Chef (II) & (III) Number...

Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Planet Chef
Whether they were born in Brazil, Argentina, Japan, South Africa, or Cameroon, they all learned how to cook in France. Meet these young and creative chefs who drew their know-how from their unique...
Travel Cake Master chef series Chef lim by APCA chef online
Travel cakes Master chef series by chef Lim, our in-house executive Pastry are something which does not need too much or a storage and great stuff for picnic and partiesThis program will cover 8...
Viennoiserie Master Pastry chef by APCA chef online
Master chef Angelo Vontoorn in this program is going to teach about different Advance Venoisseries and Laminated doughs. Some are also based on started or Levain. You will be learning how to make...
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