Top 1320 Food prep Jobs in Washington, Dc

Personal Chef | Daytime Schedule | Healthy Meal Prep
The Symbiotic Chef LLC —Montgomery County, MD
- $200 - $500 a day
- Part-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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3d
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Moxies —Washington, DC
- $18 - $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Referral program
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FOOD SERVICE UTILITY (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)
Chartwells HE —Washington, DC
- $25.50 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- University
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
Mouthful dc —Washington, DC
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- In-person
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5d
Prep Cook
Levy Sector —Washington, DC
- $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Prep Cook / Line Cook
Urban Garden Brewhouse —Washington, DC
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Prep Cook
Hiraya —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Prep Cook
Ruth's Chris —Washington, DC
- $18.40 - $33.25 an hour
- Hospitality
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
Food Service - Prep Cook
SSA Group —Washington, DC
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- 21 years or older
- Fair chance
- Guest services
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Prep Cook
Design Cuisine —Arlington, VA
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- 1 year
- Food Handler Certification
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Prep Cook-14th Street
Barcelona Wine Bar —Washington, DC
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- English
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FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER (CHICK-FIL-A) (FULL TIME)
Chartwells HE —Washington, DC
- $22.30 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- University
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Kitchen Prep - Rosa's Diner
Moxy Washington, DC Downtown —Washington, DC
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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13d
Lead Cook / Sous Chef
Modern Food Group LLC DBA URBANO Modern —Sterling, VA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- On-the-job training
- Flexible schedule
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Prep Cook
bartaco —Ashburn, VA
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Culinary Lead
sweetgreen —McLean, VA
- $16.53 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Cook
Company Confidential Search —Washington, DC
- $24 - $27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Culinary experience
- Sanitation
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Crew Member
Chipotle —Centreville, VA
- $14 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Fast casual restaurant
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Crew Member
Chipotle —Reston, VA
- $14 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Fast casual restaurant
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Chef de Cuisine
Water Bar —Arlington, VA
- $100,000 - $110,000 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Personal Chef | Daytime Schedule | Healthy Meal Prep

The Symbiotic Chef LLC
Montgomery County, MD

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time | Contract
$200 - $500 a day
3 days ago

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

ServSafe
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Position Overview

We're looking for an experienced chef who is passionate about great food and wants to help busy families eat healthier without sacrificing flavor.

At The Symbiotic Chef, our chefs prepare fresh, seasonal, scratch-made meals in clients' homes, creating customized menus based on each client's tastes, dietary preferences, and health goals.

Rather than cooking the same menu every day, our chefs build lasting relationships with recurring weekly clients and create menus that evolve over time. Many find this to be one of the most rewarding aspects of the role.

This position offers an opportunity to leave behind the demands of restaurant life while continuing to cook at a high level. You'll enjoy creative freedom, meaningful client relationships, a high degree of independence, and a healthier work-life balance.

Compensation

$200–$300+ per client session
Most client sessions last approximately 3–4 hours
Most chefs complete 1–2 client sessions per day
Established chefs commonly earn approximately $60,000–$75,000+ annually
$1,000 paid onboarding stipend

New chefs begin with a smaller number of recurring clients after completing onboarding, then gradually establish to 5–8 recurring weekly clients over a period of 3–6 months.

Why Chefs Enjoy Working With Us

Primarily daytime scheduling
Healthy work-life balance
Creative freedom with customized menus
No restaurant line work
Build lasting relationships with recurring clients
High degree of independence and autonomy
Structured onboarding and mentorship
Standardized systems that support your success
Optional private event opportunities for additional income

About The Symbiotic Chef

The Symbiotic Chef LLC. is a growing personal chef company specializing in healthy, customized in-home meal preparation for busy families and professionals throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

We believe healthy food should never mean sacrificing flavor. Our chefs prepare fresh, seasonal, scratch-made cuisine using high-quality ingredients and thoughtful menu planning.

Our mission is simple: make healthy eating easier while delivering an exceptional client experience built on professionalism, trust, and lasting relationships.

Paid Onboarding

Unlike many personal chef companies, we provide structured onboarding, standardized systems, and hands-on mentorship designed to help chefs succeed from their very first client.

Your paid onboarding includes:

In-person shadowing
Systems and workflow training
Online educational modules
Approximately 45 hours completed over 1–2 weeks
$1,000 onboarding stipend upon successful completion

Responsibilities

Design customized weekly menus based on each client's dietary preferences and health goals
Shop for groceries using client-preferred stores and ingredient standards
Prepare, portion, and package meals in clients' homes
Label meals and provide reheating instructions
Leave each kitchen clean, organized, and ready for the client
Build positive, professional relationships with recurring clients
Adapt menus using client feedback and seasonal ingredients
Track grocery purchases and shop efficiently
Read nutrition labels and understand ingredient sourcing
Manage scheduling, Google Docs, Gmail, and digital client information independently

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

2+ years of experience as a chef, sous chef, executive chef, personal chef, or similar culinary role
Strong culinary fundamentals across a variety of cuisines and cooking techniques
Experience preparing health-conscious meals and accommodating dietary preferences
Comfortable developing and adapting recipes based on seasonal ingredients and client feedback
Ability to work independently and confidently in client homes
Excellent organization, cleanliness, professionalism, and time management
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Comfortable using Google Docs and Gmail
Active ServSafe Certification (or equivalent)
Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
Must own or be willing to purchase basic cooking equipment and a cooler
Must successfully complete a background check before onboarding

Schedule & Work Environment

Client sessions occur during daytime hours Monday through Friday
Grocery shopping is completed before each client session
Typical client sessions last approximately 3–4 hours
Client schedules build gradually as recurring clients are assigned
Flexibility and reliability are essential, as client schedules may vary slightly from week to week
Optional private event opportunities may be available for chefs interested in additional income

Is This Role Right for You?

This position is an excellent fit for chefs who:

Enjoy working independently
Value flexibility and autonomy
Communicate well with clients
Are highly organized and self-motivated
Take pride in preparing healthy, customized meals
Want to build a long-term recurring client base

Our hiring process includes an initial interview, an in-person cooking assessment, reference checks, a background check, and paid onboarding for selected candidates.

Because schedules are built gradually over time, this role is best suited for chefs seeking a stable, long-term career rather than immediate full-time hours.

If you're passionate about creating exceptional food, enjoy building meaningful relationships with clients, and are looking for a culinary career that offers creativity, flexibility, and independence, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $200.00 - $500.00 per day

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required)
ServSafe (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

75% (Required)

Work Location: In person

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