Chef Jobs in Philadelphia, PA
Chef jobs in Philadelphia are in strong demand, concentrated in Center City, Old City, Fishtown, and East Passyunk across fine dining, hotels, and fast-growing independent restaurant groups. Employers hiring right now include Aramark, Wolfoods, and Meriwether Godsey. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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CocuSocial, one of the largest culinary experience providers in the U.S., is looking for talented, outgoing Chef Instructors to lead fun, social, hands-on cooking classes in Philadelphia.
Our experiences are hosted at beautiful partner venues including hotels, cafés, breweries, restaurants, and event spaces. We’re looking for chefs who love connecting with people just as much as they love cooking.
This is a great opportunity for chefs, caterers, culinary instructors, private chefs, hospitality professionals, and food entrepreneurs looking for flexible, supplemental income while sharing their passion with others.
Why Teach With CocuSocial?
1. Flexible Schedule
Teach the cuisines and recipes you love on a schedule that works for you. Most classes take place during evenings and weekends.
2. Competitive Pay
Earn $200–$350+ per class (+ tips!) , with opportunities to teach multiple classes per week.
3. Supportive Team
Our team handles marketing, customer bookings, and operational support so you can focus on creating an incredible guest experience.
4. Creative & Social Environment
CocuSocial classes are designed to be approachable, interactive, and memorable. We encourage instructors to bring their own personality, energy, and unique culinary style to every class.
What We’re Looking For
We’re especially excited to meet chefs who are outgoing, engaging, and naturally great with people. The best CocuSocial instructors create experiences that feel welcoming, energetic, and social - not just instructional.
Ideal candidates will have:
- A professional culinary, hospitality, or food industry background
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence leading groups in a fun and engaging way
- A passion for food, teaching, and hospitality
- An organized and reliable approach to event execution
- Evening and weekend availability preferred
Teaching, events, catering, or group facilitation experience is a strong plus.
We’re currently prioritizing instructors comfortable teaching high-demand experiences such as:
- Handmade Pasta
- Pizza Making
- Dumplings
- Thai
- French Macaron & Choux
Responsibilities
- Lead engaging, hands-on cooking classes from start to finish
- Purchase and organize ingredients
- Teach cooking techniques in a clear, approachable, and entertaining way
- Create a fun, energetic, and welcoming atmosphere where guests feel comfortable cooking, learning, and socializing
- Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards throughout the experience
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs - carrying supplies, equipment, etc.
Nice to Have
- Access to a potential venue space (commercial kitchen, café, restaurant, studio, etc.)
- Existing teaching, catering, or events experience
- A personal culinary brand or social media presence
About CocuSocial
CocuSocial is one of the premier culinary experience companies in the U.S., with Chef Instructors teaching in 31+ cities nationwide. Our mission is to bring people together through food by creating experiences that are social, accessible, and memorable for cooks of all skill levels.
As a minority-founded company, we celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and cultural connection through food.
Job Type: Part-time / Contract
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: In-person
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $200.00 - $350.00 per day
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Experience:
- Teaching Recreational Cooking Class: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ServSafe (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
CocuSocial, one of the largest culinary experience providers in the U.S., is looking for talented, outgoing Chef Instructors to lead fun, social, hands-on cooking classes in Philadelphia.
Our experiences are hosted at beautiful partner venues including hotels, cafés, breweries, restaurants, and event spaces. We’re looking for chefs who love connecting with people just as much as they love cooking.
This is a great opportunity for chefs, caterers, culinary instructors, private chefs, hospitality professionals, and food entrepreneurs looking for flexible, supplemental income while sharing their passion with others.
Why Teach With CocuSocial?
1. Flexible Schedule
Teach the cuisines and recipes you love on a schedule that works for you. Most classes take place during evenings and weekends.
2. Competitive Pay
Earn $200–$350+ per class (+ tips!) , with opportunities to teach multiple classes per week.
3. Supportive Team
Our team handles marketing, customer bookings, and operational support so you can focus on creating an incredible guest experience.
4. Creative & Social Environment
CocuSocial classes are designed to be approachable, interactive, and memorable. We encourage instructors to bring their own personality, energy, and unique culinary style to every class.
What We’re Looking For
We’re especially excited to meet chefs who are outgoing, engaging, and naturally great with people. The best CocuSocial instructors create experiences that feel welcoming, energetic, and social - not just instructional.
Ideal candidates will have:
- A professional culinary, hospitality, or food industry background
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence leading groups in a fun and engaging way
- A passion for food, teaching, and hospitality
- An organized and reliable approach to event execution
- Evening and weekend availability preferred
Teaching, events, catering, or group facilitation experience is a strong plus.
We’re currently prioritizing instructors comfortable teaching high-demand experiences such as:
- Handmade Pasta
- Pizza Making
- Dumplings
- Thai
- French Macaron & Choux
Responsibilities
- Lead engaging, hands-on cooking classes from start to finish
- Purchase and organize ingredients
- Teach cooking techniques in a clear, approachable, and entertaining way
- Create a fun, energetic, and welcoming atmosphere where guests feel comfortable cooking, learning, and socializing
- Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards throughout the experience
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs - carrying supplies, equipment, etc.
Nice to Have
- Access to a potential venue space (commercial kitchen, café, restaurant, studio, etc.)
- Existing teaching, catering, or events experience
- A personal culinary brand or social media presence
About CocuSocial
CocuSocial is one of the premier culinary experience companies in the U.S., with Chef Instructors teaching in 31+ cities nationwide. Our mission is to bring people together through food by creating experiences that are social, accessible, and memorable for cooks of all skill levels.
As a minority-founded company, we celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and cultural connection through food.
Job Type: Part-time / Contract
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: In-person
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $200.00 - $350.00 per day
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Experience:
- Teaching Recreational Cooking Class: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ServSafe (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Chef Jobs in Philadelphia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a chef job in Philadelphia?
Focus on Philadelphia's densest hiring corridors: Center City's hotel dining rooms and upscale restaurants, Fishtown's independent chef-driven spots, and East Passyunk's nationally recognized restaurant strip. Candidates with experience in high-volume brunch service, farm-to-table menus, or Italian and Southeast Asian cuisines tend to stand out. Dropping off a tasting portfolio or stagière request in person still carries real weight with independent operators in this city.
Which companies hire chefs in Philadelphia?
Employers hiring chefs in Philadelphia right now include Aramark, Wolfoods, and Meriwether Godsey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Philadelphia's culinary employer mix is especially broad, ranging from major hotel groups and convention center caterers to James Beard-recognized independent restaurants and expanding regional hospitality groups.
Are there remote chef jobs in Philadelphia?
Yes, but only in a narrow slice of the profession, since most chef roles require hands-on kitchen presence. About 0% of chef openings tied to Philadelphia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which typically applies to culinary content creation, recipe development, and food-media consulting roles rather than line or kitchen leadership positions.
How can I get a chef job in Philadelphia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Philadelphia is through prep cook or kitchen helper roles at the city's large hotel properties, university dining operations, and high-volume catering companies, which all run structured kitchens that train up from within. Philadelphia's culinary school presence also creates direct pipelines: extern placements at Rittenhouse and Midtown Village restaurants regularly convert to paid positions for candidates who perform well during the rotation.
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