Top 146 Cook/chef Jobs in Chapel Hill, Nc

Catering Sous Chef
Brandwein's Bagels —Chapel Hill, NC
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Employee discount
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Restaurant Staff
The Sycamore at Chatham Mills —Pittsboro, NC
- $2.13 - $20.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Customer service
- Food service experience
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Sous Chef
Rosemary Food Service LLC —Chapel Hill, NC
- From $800 a week
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Pineapple Sol —Cary, NC
- $14 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Paid training
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Line Cook
The Sycamore at Chatham Mills —Pittsboro, NC
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- No high school diploma
- Cleaning
- Fair chance
- Employee discount
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Line Cook
Chef’s Palette —Cary, NC
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
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Experienced Line Cook
Governors Club —Chapel Hill, NC
- $18 - $24 a week
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Cook
First Watch Restaurants, Inc. —Chapel Hill, NC
- Up to $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Children
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
8h
Line Cook
Oakleaf —Carrboro, NC
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Fair chance
- In-person
- 1 year
- Employee discount
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Grill Cook
Stoney River Steakhouse & Grill —Chapel Hill, NC
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Dishwasher
First Watch Restaurants, Inc. —Chapel Hill, NC
- Up to $17 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Children
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
8h
Cook
Carol Woods Retirement Community —Chapel Hill, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Flexible schedule
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Line Cook
Stoney River Steakhouse & Grill —Chapel Hill, NC
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- 401(k) matching
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Lead Line Cook
The Carolina Inn —Chapel Hill, NC
- $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Communication skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Line Cook
Chapel Hill Country Club —Chapel Hill, NC
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- ServSafe
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Cook
Carol Woods Continuous Care Retirement Community —Chapel Hill, NC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- COVID-19 protective measures
Dishwasher - UNC Chapel Hill
Rocky Top Catering —Chapel Hill, NC
- Up to $22 an hour
- Part-time
- 1 year
- Reliable transportation
- Leadership
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UNC Event/Prep Cook
Rocky Top Catering —Chapel Hill, NC
- Up to $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Reliable transportation
- Opportunities for advancement
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FT Line Cook
Galloway Ridge, Inc. —Pittsboro, NC
- $19.39 - $21.12 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Full Time Cook
Harris Teeter —Chapel Hill, NC
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Heavy lifting
- Sales
4d

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Catering Sous Chef

Brandwein's Bagels -
Chapel Hill, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$50,000 - $60,000 a year

Benefits

Employee discount

Qualifications

Hospitality
Teamwork
Interpersonal skills
Shift management
Managing catering events
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Attention to detail

Full Job Description

Brandwein’s

Here at Brandwein’s, our way is a little different: we believe good food done well has the power to make each person’s day a little bit better. We support and honor locally sourced ingredients with our freshly baked goods and delicious food. We celebrate creativity and reward hard work in an environment that is respectful, energetic, and fun.

We live by our Core Values: Be Caring, Be Humble, Be Hungry, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive. We begin each day with a “Good morning!” and end each shift with a “Thank you.”

Brandwein's is an equal opportunity employer. Our employees are the heart and soul of the business and we intend to do everything we can to make Brandwein’s a healthy and safe work environment for you. Everyone who enters our space has our promise to be treated with dignity and respect.

Catering Sous Chef

Voted one of Chapel Hill Magazine’s “Best Catering Companies,” Brandwein’s is excited to continue growing our catering team to better serve our community!

Brandwein’s Catering Department is growing, and we are excited to welcome a Catering Sous Chef — a hands-on, organized, detail-oriented culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume, hospitality-focused environment.

The Catering Sous Chef works directly under the Director of Culinary Operations and plays a critical leadership role in preparing, executing, and organizing catering orders of all sizes — from simple bagel and coffee drop-offs to large-scale events serving 500+ guests.

This person loves going above and beyond, takes an ownership mentality in every aspect of the culinary process, and approaches each catering experience with thoughtfulness. You are energized by creating beautiful, consistent products; ensuring every detail is correct; and making people’s days a little brighter through food and hospitality.

You understand that catering is hospitality at scale — it’s about being curious, noticing details, following through, and caring deeply about quality, presentation, and guest experience.

If you love food, leadership, organization, and the challenge of executing high-quality catering with precision and care… come join the fun!

Expectations

What success looks like for the Catering Sous Chef at Brandwein’s:

Leading by example with enthusiasm, professionalism, and hospitality
Maintaining high standards of accuracy, consistency, and quality in all catering prep
Taking ownership of the catering kitchen — cleanliness, organization, labeling, prep, and flow
Communicating proactively with the Director of Culinary Operations and the Catering Team
Being responsible for managing the day when the Culinary Director is not present
Supporting, training, and motivating fellow team members
Supervising a culinary staff up to 10 team members
Executing catering orders 100% accurately, 100% on time, 100% of the time
Thriving under pressure during peak output
Approaching each day with curiosity and a drive to go above and beyond
Ensuring every catering customer receives an exceptional experience

We will count on our Catering Sous Chef to…

Prepare all menu items with precision, consistency, and attention to detail
Execute daily catering orders, ensuring accuracy, timing, quality, and presentation
Prepare ingredients including slicing, portioning, labeling, mixing, assembling, and packaging
Maintain correct cooking temperatures, portion sizes, and plating standards
Set up and maintain organized prep and cooking stations
Support custom catering requests and special menus
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen at all times
Follow all food safety, storage, and labeling procedures
Support Brandwein’s commitment to a 100% Health Score
Monitor equipment functionality and report issues promptly
Manage, rotate, and maintain inventory for catering prep areas
Assist in training, coaching, and developing team members
Lead by example with a positive, energetic, and collaborative attitude
Support a culture of care, humility, hunger, and positivity
Work closely with the Director of Culinary Operations, Catering Director, and other teams to ensure seamless coordination
Maintain composure, focus, and efficiency during high-volume periods
Review daily catering orders before arrival to prepare for execution
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to work
Double-check all outgoing orders for accuracy and completeness
Support delivery loading and occasionally execute deliveries if needed
Complete all side work and next-day prep before leaving
Maintain awareness of inventory levels and communicate needs to respective departments

Compensation + Benefits

Salary: $45,000 to $60,000 per year
Discretionary bonuses
Paid vacations
Flexible scheduling
Continued career growth
Free meals
Employee discounts

Related Attributes

Team Player – Works collaboratively and supports others
Proactive Communicator – Shares information early and often
Customer Focused – Understands that catering is hospitality
Detail Oriented – High accuracy and consistency
Fast Paced – Thrives during busy seasons
Positive Attitude – Brings energy and optimism
Ownership Mentality – Treats the catering kitchen like their own
Calm Under Pressure – Keeps a steady hand in high-volume moments
Loves the “Last Minute” Order

Required Qualifications

Proven experience in catering operations (ideally including large-scale events of 500+ guests)
High level of organizational skills and the ability to manage many moving parts simultaneously
Willingness to come in early, stay late, and work weekends or event nights as required
Comfortable with both small, repeat catering orders and large, custom, high-end events
Results-oriented, with attention to detail, follow-through, and commitment to delivering excellence
A passion for food and hospitality, and alignment with our culture of “good food, done well”
At least 3-4 years of line cook and/or catering experience
Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Maintains a consistent and dependable attendance in the workplace
Can follow directions and instructions in a positive and accurate manner
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Open availability including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and some evenings
Valid Driver’s License
High school diploma or GED

Physical Demands

Able to lift up to 50 lbs
Can stand for long periods of time during shift

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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