Head Chef Salaries in California
$76,560
The average salary for Head Chef jobs near California is $76,560.*
Top Head Chef jobs near California
View AllExecutive Chef
SpaceXAI
Palo Alto, CA
Must have or be able to obtain a ServSafe/equivalent state-recognized manager level food handler certification. High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
$100,000 - $165,000 a year
5 days ago
Executive Sous Chef
SpaceXAI
Palo Alto, CA
Must have or be able to obtain a ServSafe/equivalent state-recognized manager level food handler certification. High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
$100,000 - $165,000 a year
5 days ago
Head Chef
Scratch Restaurants Group
Encino, CA
You’ll work with high-quality, natural ingredients to develop unique and memorable dishes while maintaining consistency, quality, and thoughtful execution.
$95,000 - $115,000 a year
5 days ago
Executive Chef
Dreamscape Hospitality
Santa Monica, CA
Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field preferred. Develop and implement seasonal menus that align with guest preferences, food trends…
$135,000 - $155,000 a year
9 days ago
Head Chef - OC Interim Housing (JR 5736)
PATH (People Assisting the Homeless)
Santa Ana, CA
A valid driver's license. As part of the Interim Housing team, the Head Chef is responsible for providing administrative, supervisory, and quality control…
$77,782 - $95,633 a year
Head of Culinary
sweetgreen
Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Inform and articulate our food journey from the point of entry…
$160,000 - $229,000 a year
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- $118,897
- increased by55.3%
- Executive Chef
- $95,051
- increased by24.2%
- Chef
- $83,687
- increased by9.3%
- Sushi Chef
- $82,935
- increased by8.3%
- Sous Chef
- $71,914
- decreased by6.1%
- Line Cook
- $54,734
- decreased by28.5%
- Senior Cook
- $53,063
- decreased by30.7%
- Cook
- $52,050
- decreased by32.0%
- Prep Cook
- $42,908
- decreased by44.0%
- Salad Prep
Highest paying cities for Head Chef
- San Diego, CA25 jobs
- Los Angeles, CA20 jobs
- San Francisco, CA17 jobs
- Santa Monica, CA9 jobs
- Sacramento, CA8 jobs
- West Hollywood, CA7 jobs
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