Chef Jobs in Maryland
Chef jobs in Maryland concentrate in hotel and resort dining, upscale independent restaurants, and contract food service, with demand running from line cook through executive chef across the state's most competitive markets. Baltimore leads hiring volume, followed by Annapolis and the DC-adjacent suburbs of Montgomery and Prince George's counties, where employers like Marriott International, the University of Maryland Medical System, and Sodexo maintain steady culinary staffing needs. Cuisine-specific expertise in Chesapeake seafood preparation, farm-to-table sourcing, and banquet production are among the most requested specialties in Maryland listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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BAKERY LEAD/MANAGER-FULL TIME/HEALTH BENEFITS-MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE!
Graul's Market has been serving the Baltimore area since the 1920's. We are a specialty gourmet market focusing on service to our customers and offering a quality product. At Graul's Market, we are best known for our bakery items.
*Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which includes working Saturdays and rotating Sundays.
*Must have reliable transportation since we are NOT on the bus route or light rail.
This position is located at our Lutherville, Md store.
Bring your Bakery experience and supervisory skills to Graul's Market!
BAKERY LEAD/MANAGER-FULL TIME/HEALTH BENEFITS
We are looking to hire an experienced, hands-on Bakery Manager to supervise and manage all bakery operations.
Bakery Manager Responsibilities and Qualifications:
- 3 Years of Supervisory Experience
- 3 Years of Baker experience
- Oversee daily bakery operations.
- Train and supervise bakery staff, including bakers/pastry chefs.
- Hands-on Manager prepares, produces and bakes, breakfast pastries, doughnuts, breads, rolls, cakes, pastries, pies, cookies, and other goods.
- Experience in benchwork, scale and mix ingredients.
- Overseeing operations and staffing for the bakery department.
HOW TO APPLY
:**Submit your resume or work experience through INDEED
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation, since we are NOT on the bus route or light rail?
- This position is located at our Lutherville, md store location. Are you still interested?
- Based on your resume, could you tell me where you gained your baker and bakery supervisory experience?
Experience:
- Baker/Pastry Chef: 3 years (Required)
- Bakery supervisory: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chef jobs across Maryland.
- Valid ServSafe Food Manager Certification or equivalent Maryland-recognized food safety credential
- Proven experience managing or contributing to a high-volume professional kitchen
- Formal culinary training from an accredited culinary school or equivalent apprenticeship
- Demonstrated ability to develop, cost, and execute seasonal or rotating menus
- Experience supervising kitchen staff and coordinating with front-of-house teams
- Familiarity with HACCP food safety protocols and Maryland health department standards
Chef Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a chef in Maryland?
Maryland does not require a state-issued chef license, but all food service workers handling food must obtain a food handler certification, and chefs in supervisory roles are typically expected to hold a ServSafe Food Manager Certification recognized by the Maryland Department of Health. Most candidates build their path through a culinary arts program at institutions like the Baltimore International Culinary College or L'Academie de Cuisine, followed by progressive kitchen experience.
Which companies hire chefs in Maryland?
Maryland chef roles are posted by Wolfoods, PHD, and Sodexo and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Maryland's concentration of hotel groups, university dining programs, and regional hospital systems makes it one of the more consistent hiring markets for culinary professionals on the East Coast.
Which Maryland cities have the most chef jobs?
Baltimore, Bethesda, and Annapolis account for the largest share of chef openings in Maryland. Baltimore drives the highest volume through its dense restaurant scene, convention hotel dining, and major healthcare and university food service programs, while Annapolis and the Montgomery County suburbs attract openings tied to government catering, resort properties, and the proximity to the broader Washington metro dining corridor.
Are there remote chef jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of chef openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the fundamentally hands-on nature of kitchen work. The small share of remote-compatible roles tend to involve culinary consulting, menu development, or food content production rather than traditional kitchen positions.
How can I get hired as a chef in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a prep cook or line cook position at a high-volume operation, where on-the-job training is built into the role. Large Maryland employers like Sodexo and Aramark run associate culinary programs through their institutional dining contracts at universities and hospitals, and hotel groups such as Marriott regularly hire entry-level culinary staff for banquet and outlet kitchens. Completing a ServSafe certification before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that addresses a universal hiring requirement.
Where can I find and apply to chef jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to chef jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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