Entry Level Regional Chef Jobs
New grad regional chef jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio of menu work or culinary internship experience can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Food & Beverage, Hospitality & Tourism, and Retail, with employers like Sodexo, Sage Hospitality, and Station Casinos hiring at this level now.
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At Fogo de Chão, we strive to give our guests an unforgettable dining experience of discovery while showcasing the Culinary Art of Churrasco. Our mission is to ignite fire and joy to care for our team, our guests, and our communities. We believe better futures start when we bring our best to the table every day to feed a Purposeful Future – starting with our team members. We feed our teams with fulfilling job opportunities, making space around the table so everyone feels welcome. At Fogo, we’ll provide you with a fulfilling career with professional and personal growth opportunities at every level. Our values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, humility, and Deixa Comigo (we’ve got you!) are more than just words; they’re how we do things every day.
Now Hiring / Immediately Hiring:
Gaucho Chef
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Prepare and cook special cuts of beef and other meats according to traditional Brazilian “churrasco” recipes.
- Season and grill food according to prescribed traditional method and to guests’ specific requests.
- Portion, garnish and present to patron in style of Brazilian “gaucho.”
- Answer guests’ questions concerning “churrasco”-style food and represent and convey Brazilian “gaucho” culture and demeanor.
- Maintain cleanliness of the grill area.
- Complete any beginning or closing shift duties.
Requirements
- Must be able to transport objects up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, and work at a quick pace.
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are available for full-time, hourly Team Members on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability are provided where allowed. We offer a comprehensive voluntary benefits package including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage, Permanent Life, and Pet Insurance.
Part-Time Team Members are offered a Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Health plan in addition to Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Coverage for these plans can start as early as the first of the month following your hire date. Additionally, Part-Time Team Members are offered enrollment in voluntary benefits, including Pet Insurance, Legal, and ID Protection.
Fogo de Chão is an Equal Opportunity & E Verify Employer
Fogo de Chão provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HRSupport@fogo.com.
At Fogo de Chão, we strive to give our guests an unforgettable dining experience of discovery while showcasing the Culinary Art of Churrasco. Our mission is to ignite fire and joy to care for our team, our guests, and our communities. We believe better futures start when we bring our best to the table every day to feed a Purposeful Future – starting with our team members. We feed our teams with fulfilling job opportunities, making space around the table so everyone feels welcome. At Fogo, we’ll provide you with a fulfilling career with professional and personal growth opportunities at every level. Our values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, humility, and Deixa Comigo (we’ve got you!) are more than just words; they’re how we do things every day.
Now Hiring / Immediately Hiring:
Gaucho Chef
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Prepare and cook special cuts of beef and other meats according to traditional Brazilian “churrasco” recipes.
- Season and grill food according to prescribed traditional method and to guests’ specific requests.
- Portion, garnish and present to patron in style of Brazilian “gaucho.”
- Answer guests’ questions concerning “churrasco”-style food and represent and convey Brazilian “gaucho” culture and demeanor.
- Maintain cleanliness of the grill area.
- Complete any beginning or closing shift duties.
Requirements
- Must be able to transport objects up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, and work at a quick pace.
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are available for full-time, hourly Team Members on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability are provided where allowed. We offer a comprehensive voluntary benefits package including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage, Permanent Life, and Pet Insurance.
Part-Time Team Members are offered a Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Health plan in addition to Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Coverage for these plans can start as early as the first of the month following your hire date. Additionally, Part-Time Team Members are offered enrollment in voluntary benefits, including Pet Insurance, Legal, and ID Protection.
Fogo de Chão is an Equal Opportunity & E Verify Employer
Fogo de Chão provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HRSupport@fogo.com.
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Entry Level Regional Chef Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level regional chef job?
Start by building a portfolio that shows range: seasonal menus, cost-per-plate breakdowns, and any multi-unit coordination you have handled, even at a school or internship level. Employers at this stage look for candidates who understand food safety standards, can follow brand consistency guidelines, and show initiative. A culinary degree or certificate helps, but documented kitchen leadership experience is equally compelling to most hiring managers.
Which companies hire entry level regional chefs?
Companies hiring entry level regional chefs right now include Sodexo, Sage Hospitality, and Station Casinos, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from multi-location restaurant groups, hospitality brands, and food service management companies that have structured onboarding programs for candidates stepping into their first regional role.
Are there remote entry level regional chef jobs?
Yes, though most regional chef roles are on-site by nature. About 2% of entry level regional chef openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve menu development, vendor coordination, or training content work rather than direct kitchen oversight. Candidates open to travel across a region will find the widest range of openings.
Are these new grad regional chef jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior regional chef roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no experience beyond school or internships. A new grad-friendly posting typically asks for zero to two years of experience, accepts a culinary portfolio in place of a long work history, and may pair the hire with a senior regional mentor during an onboarding period.
Which industries hire the most entry level regional chefs?
Entry Level regional chef roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Hospitality & Tourism, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire at the entry level because they operate multiple locations that need consistent culinary standards, creating openings for candidates ready to grow into regional oversight from their first position.