Top 73 Kitchen manager Jobs in San Clemente, Ca

Culinary Manager
Zov's San Clemente —San Clemente, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Kitchen Cooks - Chefs Shift Leads
Taste Catering - Lake Forest, CA —Lake Forest, CA
- From $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- English
- Mid-level
- Cell phone reimbursement
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Kitchen Manager
Hillstone Restaurant Group —Newport Beach, CA
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Leadership
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Head Cook
Pronto Cucina Italiana —San Clemente, CA
- $25 - $31 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Food provided
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Head Chef- Orange County
Buona Forchetta —San Clemente, CA
- $30 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Restaurant
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Senior Chef Manager
Eurest —Irvine, CA
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Kitchen Manager
SC Wings Block, LLC —Aliso Viejo, CA
- $55,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Store discount
- Health insurance
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Executive Kitchen Manager
King's Fish House - Laguna Hills —Laguna Hills, CA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Classroom
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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2d
Executive Chef Manager
Epicurean Group —Laguna Hills, CA
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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3d
Head Institutional Cook
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $61,318.40 - $82,659.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Basic math
Kitchen Manager I
Din Tai Fung North America —Irvine, CA
- $72,900 - $97,600 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Management
- Cooking
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
5d
Central Kitchen Operations Manager
HanZhi Group —Irvine, CA
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Email
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- English
- Paid holidays
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Lead Cook
ITS ALLLL RICE INC —San Clemente, CA
- $25 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
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1d
Kitchen Leader NO LATE NGHTS
Sessions West Coast Deli —Mission Viejo, CA
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Mid-level
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Kitchen Manager
King's Fish House - Laguna Hills —Laguna Hills, CA
- $70,304 - $80,000 a year
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
Kitchen Team Lead
Habit Burger & Grill —Dana Point, CA
- $21.75 - $23.25 an hour
- ServSafe
- Basic math
- English
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Food Service Manager - UCI - Brandywine
Aramark —Irvine, CA
- $72,165.08 a year
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
4d
Executive Chef
PF Changs —Newport Beach, CA
- $89,000 - $109,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Kitchen Manager
Urth Payroll Services, Inc. —Laguna Beach, CA
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager - Dana Point
Mother's Market & Kitchen, Inc. —Dana Point, CA
- $22 - $28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Culinary Manager

Zov's San Clemente
San Clemente, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $85,000 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Kitchen health and safety standards
Food service health code compliance
Budget control
Team leadership
Safety regulations
Labor cost analysis
Hiring
Kitchen cost control
Recruiting
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Staffing management
General management
Team building

Full Job Description

About Zov's
Zov's Restaurants is a Mediterranean-inspired, family-founded restaurant group started by Chef Zov Karamardian in 1987. With locations across Orange County — Tustin, Newport Coast, San Clemente, and Irvine — plus a dedicated catering and private events arm, Zov's is known for scratch cooking, warm hospitality, and a deep connection to community. We're looking for a Culinary Manager to lead the kitchen at our San Clemente location and uphold the standards that have defined Zov's for nearly 40 years.

Position Summary
The Culinary Manager is responsible for all facets of the San Clemente location's culinary department — from food quality and consistency to kitchen staffing, cost control, and health/safety compliance. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes pride in running a tight, well-trained kitchen while staying true to Zov's recipes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to Zov's recipes and standards
Hire, train, schedule, and manage all back-of-house culinary staff, including line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers
Manage food and labor costs within budget, including inventory control, ordering, and vendor relationships
Maintain compliance with all health department, food safety, and sanitation regulations (ServSafe standards)
Plan and execute menu items, specials, and seasonal offerings in coordination with the Director of Culinary
Conduct regular kitchen audits, including equipment maintenance, cleanliness, and safety protocols
Manage kitchen scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage for daily service, catering orders, and special events
Partner with the General Manager and front-of-house leadership to ensure smooth, coordinated service
Handle performance management, coaching, and disciplinary actions for culinary staff as needed
Support onboarding and training of new kitchen team members to Zov's standards
Monitor food waste and implement processes to reduce shrinkage and improve efficiency
Ensure proper receiving, storage, and rotation (FIFO) of all food product
Step in on the line during peak periods or staff shortages as needed
Report on kitchen performance metrics (food cost %, labor %, waste) to ownership/leadership

Qualifications

3+ years of kitchen management or sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant, preferably in a similar cuisine or high-volume environment
Proven ability to manage food cost, labor cost, and inventory
Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience hiring and developing kitchen staff
Working knowledge of health and safety codes and food handling regulations
ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Passion for Mediterranean cuisine and scratch cooking a plus

What We Offer

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Health Insurance,
401K with Matching
Paid Vacation
Closed Major Holidays
Employee dining discounts across all Zov's locations
Opportunity to grow within a respected, multi-generational Orange County restaurant group

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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