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Chef Jobs in Austin

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13 chef gigs open right now in Austin

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TTrue Food Kitchen
Sous Chef NEW
True Food Kitchen
Chef📍 Austin$28/hr

Upscale restaurant chain seeks a skilled Sous Chef to lead the line and maintain high standards. A meticulous and organized individual is needed to ensure seamless kitchen operations. Nutrient-dense cuisine and thoughtful dishes are at the core of this full-service restaurant.

Apply now → 1 day ago
SSongbird
Chef & Operations Manager
Songbird
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Songbird, a popular food truck at Meanwhile Brewing Company, seeks a skilled Chef and Operations Manager to oversee commissary operations. The ideal candidate is a driven and organized individual who can manage a high-volume kitchen. Competitive salary and profit sharing are offered.

Apply now → 2 days ago
SSoho House & Co
Chef de Cuisine- Soho House Austin
Soho House & Co
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Soho House Austin seeks a skilled Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen department with culinary expertise and leadership skills. This role requires a natural leader who is passionate about food and can drive maximum efficiency. A strong culinary background is essential.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
SSushi Roku Austin
Sushi Chef
Sushi Roku Austin
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Sushi Roku seeks a skilled Sushi Chef to join their team. This role is ideal for a creative and experienced culinary professional. Premium Japanese cuisine venue offers a unique opportunity.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
PPecan Square Cafe
Sous Chef
Pecan Square Cafe
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Pecan Square Cafe seeks a skilled Sous Chef to join its team, creating Italian-inspired dishes with local Texas ingredients. The ideal candidate is a creative and driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Texas-sourced ingredients and in-house production are key to the cafe's culinary approach.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
TTopgolf
Executive Culinary Manager
Topgolf
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Chef job at Topgolf in Austin.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
AAba - Austin
Chef de Cuisine
Aba - Austin
Chef📍 AustinInquire for pay

Chef job at Aba - Austin in Austin.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
MMcGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality HQ
Sous Chef
McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality HQ
Chef📍 AustinInquire for pay

Chef job at McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality HQ in Austin.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
TTopgolf
Culinary Supervisor
Topgolf
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Chef job at Topgolf in Austin.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
CContigo Catering
Pastry Sous Chef
Contigo Catering
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Chef job at Contigo Catering in Austin.

Apply now → 11 wks ago
CContigo Catering
Onsite Kitchen Staff (Chef)
Contigo Catering
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Chef job at Contigo Catering in Austin.

Apply now → 11 wks ago
CClark's Austin
Sous Chef
Clark's Austin
Chef📍 AustinInquire for pay

Chef job at Clark's Austin in Austin.

Apply now → 13 wks ago
SSushi Roku Austin
Sushi Sous Chef
Sushi Roku Austin
Chef📍 AustinOpen to discussion

Sushi Roku seeks a skilled Sushi Sous Chef to join their team. This role requires a passionate and experienced individual to help lead the kitchen. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth are offered.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
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FAQ

How do I get a chef job in Austin?
The fastest route in Austin is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Austin bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a chef in Austin?
Plenty of Austin venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most chef jobs here.
How much do chefs make in Austin?
Austin’s booming food scene hires chefs across South Congress, East Austin and downtown, with new openings lifting pay. Most working Austin chefs take home roughly $19–$36 an hour.
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