Entry Level Chef Jobs
New grad chef jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work in a kitchen can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Food & Beverage, Technology & Software, and Hospitality & Tourism, with employers like Sodexo, MGM Resorts International, and CSC Generation hiring at this level now.
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As a Sous Chef you are responsible for supervising and coordinating activities of the culinary operation including planning, development, menus, pricing, hiring, training, finance and day-to-day operations.
"Work Where You Love To Play!" at Boyne Mountain Resort.
Acting as Chef de Cuisine of the in the absence of the chef- Working the line as needed to insure consistency and quality are prioritized
- Supervising culinary and other food and beverage personnel to coordinate assignments ensuring economical and timely food service production.
- Scheduling, daily attendance recording, inventory control paperwork and any other paperwork as required by executive chef
- Using ServSafe guidelines to maintain sanitation standards for all “back of house” areas
- Helping chef with purchasing, receiving and storage of food and supplies as needed
- Adhering to company and departmental policies/procedures and communicating policies to staff to ensure all are consistently applied
- Meeting with food and beverage colleagues and customers to resolve menu inconsistencies and plan events
You have an Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school, six months to one year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience- You have working knowledge of business software, Internet ordering software and Excel spreadsheets required
- You possess a current Driver’s License, current ServSafe food, ServSafe Allergen, and alcohol certification, or be able to obtain ServSafe certification upon hire
- You are available to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays
As a Sous Chef you are responsible for supervising and coordinating activities of the culinary operation including planning, development, menus, pricing, hiring, training, finance and day-to-day operations.
"Work Where You Love To Play!" at Boyne Mountain Resort.
Acting as Chef de Cuisine of the in the absence of the chef- Working the line as needed to insure consistency and quality are prioritized
- Supervising culinary and other food and beverage personnel to coordinate assignments ensuring economical and timely food service production.
- Scheduling, daily attendance recording, inventory control paperwork and any other paperwork as required by executive chef
- Using ServSafe guidelines to maintain sanitation standards for all “back of house” areas
- Helping chef with purchasing, receiving and storage of food and supplies as needed
- Adhering to company and departmental policies/procedures and communicating policies to staff to ensure all are consistently applied
- Meeting with food and beverage colleagues and customers to resolve menu inconsistencies and plan events
You have an Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school, six months to one year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience- You have working knowledge of business software, Internet ordering software and Excel spreadsheets required
- You possess a current Driver’s License, current ServSafe food, ServSafe Allergen, and alcohol certification, or be able to obtain ServSafe certification upon hire
- You are available to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays
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Entry Level Chef Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level chef job?
Start by building hands-on experience through culinary school externships, unpaid stages, or part-time prep cook roles. Employers at this level look for knife skills, basic cooking techniques, and the ability to work a line under pressure. A concise portfolio showing dishes you have prepared, even from coursework or personal projects, can give you a real edge over candidates who only have a resume.
Which companies hire entry level chefs?
Companies hiring entry level chefs right now include Sodexo, MGM Resorts International, and CSC Generation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The hiring mix at this level typically includes independent restaurants, hotel food and beverage programs, contract dining services, and fast-casual chains that train new kitchen staff on the job.
Are there remote entry level chef jobs?
Yes, though most chef roles are hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level chef openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve culinary content creation, recipe development, or food styling rather than traditional kitchen work. If you are open to those adjacent roles, they are worth including in your search.
Are these new grad chef jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or externships toward requirements, or explicitly accepts a portfolio in place of professional kitchen history. If a listing does not require prior employment and mentions training, it is a strong fit for a new grad candidate entering the field.
Which industries hire the most entry level chefs?
Entry level chef roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Technology & Software, and Hospitality & Tourism, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they maintain consistent volume, run structured kitchen teams that can onboard junior staff, and rely on a steady pipeline of new talent to fill prep and line positions.