Executive Chef Jobs in Germantown, MD

An Executive Chef, also known as Head Chef or Master Chef, holds a pivotal role in the culinary industry. They supervise every facet of the kitchen, including menu planning, quality control, staff management, and inventory. They are responsible for ensuring that the kitchen runs efficiently, the food is delicious, and the staff adheres to health and safety regulations. An Executive Chef may also liaise with suppliers, manage the kitchen budget, and create unique dishes. Furthermore, they often have a hand in marketing and business decisions related to the restaurant or establishment.

Aspiring Executive Chefs must possess a range of skills including creativity, leadership, time management, an understanding of culinary techniques, and a deep knowledge of ingredients. A degree from a culinary school is beneficial, as is certification such as Certified Executive Chef (CEC) from the American Culinary Federation (ACF). Prior to becoming an Executive Chef, a person may work in roles such as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager. These roles provide the necessary hands-on experience and insight into kitchen operations, food preparation, and staff supervision, which are vital for an Executive Chef role.

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Culinary Services Director

  • Walkersville, MD (24 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walkersville, MD (24 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Role: Food Service Director / Dining Services Director / Dining Services Manager / Dining Account Manager / Dining Services Department Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food...

Food Service Director

  • Walkersville, MD (24 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Walkersville, MD (24 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Role: Food Service Director / Dining Services Director / Dining Services Manager / Dining Account Manager / Dining Services Department Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food...

Executive Chef

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

EXECUTIVE CHEF WASHINGTON, DC Position Title: Executive Chef, University Dining Location: Trinity Washington University, Washington DC Salary: 70K Range, Bonus Eligible Now seeking a talented and experienced...

Executive Chef - Exclusive Private School

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 1 day ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a passionate and creative Executive Chef to join our team at a private day school in Bethesda, MD....

Executive Chef 3

  • West McLean, VA (12 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • West McLean, VA (12 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Sodexo Corporate Services is looking for an Executive Chef 3 to join our team at one of our high profile hospitality accounts in McLean VA....

Executive Chef

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 3 days ago

"- Sunrise Leader At Sunrise, our Executive Chef is responsible for providing overall leadership and management for all phases of food production and presentation operations for the community's Dining...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • North Bethesda, MD (10 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Bethesda, MD (10 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Kitchen Supervisor Pay Range: $20-$22 Oversee daily culinary kitchen operations and back/heart of house areas. Supervises, trains, and coordinates activities of kitchen team members....

Executive Chef

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Sous Chefs, and Hourly Kitchen Teams Purpose: The Executive Chef (EC) provides Back of House leadership at the restaurant level....

Executive Chef - Assistant Food Service Director of Production

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 7 days ago

We are seeking an Executive Chef who has high volume, high-end catering experience for a private high school in Washington, D. C. Our managers are driven....

Chef, Executive Sous II

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Chef in overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff....

Executive Chef

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Role: Executive Chef Establishment: Confidential / Upscale & Fine Dining Institutions in Washington DC Compensation: 90-130K / annual salary Benefits: This position comes with a competitive salary,...

Chef de Cuisine - The Hay-Adams, $90K/yr

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Inform the Executive Chef of any foreseeable shortages before the item runs out. 10....

Chef Manager

  • Germantown, MD
  • 10 days ago
  • Germantown, MD
  • 10 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Chef / Kitchen Manager Windridge is an established farm winery that produces wines from over 30 acres of estate grown grapevines. Our Tasting Room...

Chef de Cuisine

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Inform the Executive Chef of any foreseeable shortages before the item runs out. 10....

Executive Chef

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Germantown, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Required Years of Experience 4 years Job Details Executive Chef Renowned Nationwide Restaurant Group Location: Washington, DC Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits + Growth Opportunity Are you a...

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Salary for Executive Chef Jobs in Germantown, MD

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Highest Education Level

Executive Chefs in Germantown, MD offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
35.0%
Bachelor's Degree
26.1%
High School or GED
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
0.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executive Chefs in Germantown, MD
4-6 years
39.3%
2-4 years
32.1%
1-2 years
10.7%
6-8 years
10.7%
10+ years
3.6%
8-10 years
3.6%


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