Top 39 Chefs Jobs in Rockford, Mi

CULINARY CHEF
Uccello's Hospitality Group —Grand Rapids, MI
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Inventory control
- Culinary experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Childcare Preschool Cook Chef
Primrose School of Jenison —Jenison, MI
- $16 - $18 a week
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- 18 years or older
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Kitchen Manager
MudPenny —Grand Rapids, MI
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Budgeting
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
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6d
Kitchen Team Lead
Uccello's Standale —Grand Rapids, MI
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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13d
Sous Chef
StoryPoint —Rockford, MI
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- Leadership
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5d
Kitchen Manager/Chef
The Toasted Pickle —Rockford, MI
- $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- In-person
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Chef
Vitale's of Comstock Park —Comstock Park, MI
- 8 hour shift
- In-person
- Senior level
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Sous Chef
Vitale's of Comstock Park —Comstock Park, MI
- $22 - $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Private Chef
VA Enterprises —Grand Rapids, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Research
- Mid-level
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Chartwells Food Service- Sous Chef
Sparta Area School District —Sparta, MI
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
General Manager / Head Chef
Pizzeria Maria —Sparta, MI
- From $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
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Sous Chef
The Gilmore Collection —Grand Rapids, MI
- $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Recruiting
- Senior level
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Kitchen Manager / Chef
field & fire —Grand Rapids, MI
- $48,000 - $53,000 a year
- Google Workspace
- ServSafe
- 5 years
SOUS CHEF (PART TIME)
Chartwells K12 —Sparta, MI
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Public school
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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MDRD Executive Chef
Amway Grand Plaza —Grand Rapids, MI
- 8 hour shift
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Free parking
- Health insurance
Kitchen Manager
San Chez Bistro —Grand Rapids, MI
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Executive Chef
Creative Dining Services —Grand Rapids, MI
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Hancock —Grand Rapids, MI
- $55,000 - $57,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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23h
Kitchen Supervisor - Social Misfits
SOCIAL MISFITS - GR LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- English
- Mid-level
Culinary Supervisor & Trainer
Mel Trotter Ministries —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Senior level
- Kitchen
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CULINARY CHEF

Uccello's Hospitality Group -
Grand Rapids, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Inventory control
Culinary experience
Menu planning
Team development
Hiring
Kitchen cost control
Managing kitchen staff
Knife skills
Guest services
Food safety
Restaurant experience

Full Job Description

Uccello’s Hospitality Group (UHG) is a locally owned and operated West Michigan staple, founded on Italian family values. With eight restaurants across the Greater Grand Rapids area, we are proud to create a welcoming space for everyone at our table.

Our restaurant family includes:

Uccello’s Ristorante: Caledonia, Downtown Grand Rapids, East Beltline, Grandville, Rockford, Standale/Walker
Herb & Fire Pizzeria: Grandville, Knapp’s Corner

We’re seeking a passionate, hands-on Culinary Chef to lead our team. This is a full-time, salaried leadership role for a working chef who thrives in a high-volume environment - someone who can drive the business, develop the team, and jump on the line to execute at a high level.

If you're passionate about hospitality and looking to grow with a company that values community, teamwork, and excellence, we’d love to meet you!

Culinary Chef Job Description:
Lead and develop the kitchen team while overseeing daily operations, food quality, and cost control in a high-volume environment. This is a hands-on, working chef role responsible for menu features and LTOs, while actively supporting the line to ensure consistency, efficiency, and an exceptional guest experience.

Culinary Chef Duties & Responsibilities: (including, but not limited to)

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team
Actively work the line and support all stations as needed to ensure proper execution and ticket times
Own day-to-day kitchen operations, balancing quality, speed, and consistency
Create and execute LTOs and features aligned with the Uccello’s brand
Manage food costing, portioning, and inventory to drive profitability
Create and manage team schedules while controlling labor costs based on sales forecasts and daily business volume
Oversee ordering, receiving, invoicing, and vendor relationships
Ensure all food is prepared and presented to recipe and quality standards
Maintain strict sanitation, food safety, and cleanliness practices
Complete daily line checks and ensure proper food handling, storage, and temperature controls
Hire, train, and hold team members accountable through consistent coaching and performance management
Partner with leadership on promotions, events, and sales-driving initiatives

Culinary Chef Qualifications:

6+ years of culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
3+ years in a kitchen leadership role
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to coach, direct, and motivate the team
Strong knowledge of food costing, inventory control, and kitchen financials
Background in banquets and off-site catering preferred
High standards for food quality, cleanliness, and organization
Comfortable working long, active shifts on your feet and lifting up to 50 lbs

Compensation & Benefits:

Weekly competitive pay!
An outstanding culture with a local, family-owned company
Complimentary dining experiences
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program

Notice

Uccello’s Hospitality Group does not discriminate in employment against persons based on age, color, disability, gender, gender identity/gender expression, genetic information, familial status, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or weight. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Kitchen Leadership: 3 years (Required)
Culinary: 6 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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chefs jobs in rockford, mi

CULINARY CHEF

Childcare Preschool Cook Chef

Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Team Lead

Sous Chef

Kitchen Manager/Chef

Head Chef

Sous Chef

Private Chef

Chartwells Food Service- Sous Chef

General Manager / Head Chef

Sous Chef

Kitchen Manager / Chef

SOUS CHEF (PART TIME)

MDRD Executive Chef

Kitchen Manager

Executive Chef

Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Supervisor - Social Misfits

Culinary Supervisor & Trainer

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