Chef Salary in Richmond, Virginia

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How much does a Chef make in Richmond, VA? The average Chef salary in Richmond, VA is $51,664 as of December 01, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $44,901 and $60,244. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Chef Salary	$38,743	Richmond,VA	December 01, 2024
25th Percentile Chef Salary	$44,901	Richmond,VA	December 01, 2024
50th Percentile Chef Salary	$51,664	Richmond,VA	December 01, 2024
75th Percentile Chef Salary	$60,244	Richmond,VA	December 01, 2024
90th Percentile Chef Salary	$68,055	Richmond,VA	December 01, 2024

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Sous Chef

Elephante - Scottsdale , AZ

Job Summary Sous Chef Location: Èlephante, Scottsdale, Arizona Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per year About Èlephante: Èlephante is an exciting new dining destination in Scottsdale, Arizona, offering ...

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Sous Chef

Zak the Baker - Miami , FL

Monitor and manage all kitchen standard operating procedures * Assist Chef De Cuisine w/ training & mentoring * Assist Chef De Cuisine w/ menu development * Assist Chef De Cuisine w/ Inventory ...

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Sous Chef

Private Listing - New York , NY

Under the direction of the Chef di Cuisine and General Manager, the Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the efficient and effective operation of the kitchen. The Sous Chef is a salaried position ...

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Sous Chef

Scale Hospitality - Washington , DC

SUMMARY Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, the Sous Chef plays a key role in supporting the restaurant vision for high quality food and ensuring that it is delivered, with a hands-on approach where ...

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Executive Chef

Trailborn - Wrightsville Beach , NC

Unique opportunity available for Executive Chef at La Duna Paradiso, our elevated Coastal Italian restaurant located within Trailborn Surf & Sound, at the former historic Blockade Runner Resort in ...

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Executive Chef

Day Line Oyster Bar + Kitchen - Coxsackie , NY

As our Chef de Cuisine, you will be the culinary captain of our ship, leading a talented brigade of chefs to new heights. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, includes: Innovative Creations

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What does a Chef do?

Chef

Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate.

October 31, 2022

Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques.

February 28, 2023

Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.

March 12, 2023

Follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.

March 12, 2023

Documents waste and spoilage using appropriate forms.

April 22, 2023

Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products.

April 27, 2023

Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed.

May 01, 2023

Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership.

May 02, 2023

Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.

May 04, 2023

Assists with food cost control, menu planning, purchasing, and ensures food quality guidelines are followed.

May 21, 2023

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About Richmond, Virginia

Richmond (/ˈrɪtʃmənd/) is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. It is the center of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and the Greater Richmond Region. Richmond was incorporated in 1742 and has been an independent city since 1871. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 204,214; in 2016, the population was estimated to be 223,170, making Richmond the fourth-most populous city in Virginia. The Richmond Metropolitan Area has a population of 1,260,029, the third-most populous metro in the state. Richmond is located at the fall line of the James R...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chef in Richmond, VA. The base salary for Chef ranges from $44,901 to $60,244 with the average base salary of $51,664. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,287 to $61,036 with the average total cash compensation of $52,170.

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About Richmond, Virginia Richmond (/ˈrɪtʃmənd/) is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. It is the center of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical ....More

Richmond, Virginia area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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