Top 1312 Culinary lead Jobs in California

36N Assistant Restaurant Manager
San Juan Oaks Golf Course —Hollister, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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9d
Executive Chef
Pinnacle Hotels and Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- From $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
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The Penny Ice Creamery: Pastry & Kitchen Manager
The Penny Ice Creamery —Santa Cruz, CA
- $70,304 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Mid-level
- Bakery
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
Executive Chef - Dirty Habit
Sage Hospitality —San Francisco, CA
- Up to $115,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- 5 years
- Hotel
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Head Chef/Kitchen Manager
River Pines Roadhouse —Blairsden-Graeagle, CA
- $56,000 - $73,540 a year
- Email
- Background check
- Management
- Culinary experience
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6d
Junior Sous Chef - Salina Rooftop - The Piccolo at Paso Robles Inn
Charlie Palmer Collective —Paso Robles, CA
- $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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8d
Head Chef – Indian Cuisine | High-Volume Culinary Operations Leader
Healthy Tiffin —Livermore, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Team management
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
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Winery Chef
Bella Oaks & Wheeler Farms Wine —Saint Helena, CA
- $36 - $41 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Sous Chef
CASANOVA RESTAURANT —Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- $78,000 - $82,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Paid time off
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Executive Chef
Levy Sector —Mammoth Lakes, CA
- $68,000 - $78,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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9d
General Manager - Restaurant
Confidential Posting —Fresno, CA
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Supervising experience
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Executive Chef
Pinnacle International Hotels & Resorts —San Diego, CA
- From $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Restaurant management
- Cooking
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Chef
Doppio Zero —Concord, CA
- $82,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- English
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Sous Chef - Lakefront - Mammoth Mountain
Levy Sector —Mammoth Lakes, CA
- $68,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Cook
Operation Dignity —Oakland, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Chinese Chef
Red Lotus Den —San Gabriel, CA
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
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12d
Banquet Chef
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa —Rancho Santa Fe, CA
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- English
- Mid-level
- On-the-job training
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Chef
Doppio Zero —San Francisco, CA
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- English
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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SOUS & LINE COOKS- PERUVIAN CUSINE
Fresca Restaurant —San Francisco, CA
- $22 - $32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Mentoring
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Executive Chefs to Relocate to Dallas, TX
Big-Dill LCC —Los Angeles, CA
- Up to $100,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Spanish
- Casual dining restaurant
- Inventory management
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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36N Assistant Restaurant Manager

San Juan Oaks Golf Course -
Hollister, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$23 - $25 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Food safety management
Fine dining experience
Team leadership
Operational management
Staff scheduling
Restaurant management
Managing hospitality teams
High school diploma or GED
Supervising experience
Managing food service teams
POS systems
Food Handler Certification
Food service management

Full Job Description

36 N - Assistant Restaurant Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Food and Beverage
Reports to: Director of Food and Beverage

Position Summary

The Assistant Restaurant Manager is responsible for the daily execution of front-of-house operations at 36 Degrees North, ensuring an elevated dining experience that reflects the restaurant’s upscale service standards and hospitality culture. This role leads and supports service teams during all operating hours, maintains exceptional guest experiences, and ensures seamless coordination between the dining room, bar, and culinary teams.

Working under the direction of restaurant and Food & Beverage leadership, the Assistant Restaurant Manager serves as a hands-on floor leader who drives service excellence, team accountability, and operational consistency while creating a welcoming and refined atmosphere for members and guests.

Essential Duties

Service & Floor Leadership

Lead and oversee daily front-of-house operations during assigned shifts, acting as Manager on Duty when scheduled.
Maintain a visible presence on the restaurant floor to ensure smooth service execution and elevated guest engagement.
Uphold the service standards, hospitality expectations, and overall dining experience associated with an upscale restaurant environment.
Ensure all opening, service, and closing procedures are completed accurately and efficiently.

Guest Experience

Build strong relationships with members and guests by delivering attentive, personalized hospitality.
Respond to guest concerns and service opportunities promptly and professionally to ensure complete guest satisfaction.
Maintain awareness of guest preferences, VIP service standards, and special dining requests.
Support wine, cocktails, and menu presentation standards with confidence and professionalism.

Team Leadership & Development

Supervise servers, bartenders, hosts, and support staff during service periods.
Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to communicate service priorities, menu features, reservations, events, and operational expectations.
Coach and mentor team members to improve service performance, professionalism, and product knowledge.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, positivity, and hospitality excellence.
Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training new employees.

Operations & Standards

Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and workplace safety standards.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and presentation standards throughout all front-of-house areas.
Work closely with culinary leadership to ensure timely communication and coordinated service execution.
Assist with inventory counts, beverage controls, and operational organization as directed.
Monitor labor needs during shifts and communicate staffing concerns or operational challenges to leadership.

Administrative & Financial Support

Assist with scheduling support based on business levels, special events, and seasonal demand.
Support leadership with performance feedback, coaching documentation, and operational improvement recommendations.
Maintain awareness of restaurant sales goals, labor efficiency, service standards, and cost controls.
Utilize POS systems and Microsoft Office programs to support reporting and operational needs.

Attendance & Professionalism

Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, and professional appearance standards.
Represent 36 Degrees North and the organization in a positive and professional manner with guests, employees, vendors, and members.
Promote a team-first environment while demonstrating leadership by example.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; college degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.
Minimum of three years of restaurant or hospitality management experience, preferably in an upscale or high-volume dining environment.
Strong understanding of fine dining or elevated casual service standards.
Experience supervising front-of-house teams and leading service operations.

Physical Demands

Frequently stands, walks, talks, and listens during extended shifts.
Occasionally sits, reaches, stoops, kneels, crouches, climbs, or balances.
Regularly lifts and carries up to 20 pounds.
Frequently work in fast-paced restaurant environments with moderate noise levels.
Occasionally work in outdoor dining or event environments and in wet or humid conditions.

Certifications/Licenses

Current Food Safety Certification
Current RBS (Responsible Beverage Service) certificate
Any additional certifications required by state or local regulations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and develop hospitality teams.
Excellent guest service and conflict resolution skills with a polished and professional demeanor.
Knowledge of wine, spirits, cocktails, and contemporary dining trends preferred.
Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain composure and professionalism under pressure.
Working knowledge of restaurant POS systems, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Understanding labor management, food and beverage controls, and operational standards.
Ability to work flexible schedules include evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Commitment to maintaining high standards of personal appearance, hygiene, and hospitality professionalism.

This job description is not intended to be an exclusive or exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to revise or assign additional responsibilities as business needs require.

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Restaurant management: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Food Handler Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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culinary lead jobs in california

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