Top 183 Chef Jobs in Costa Mesa Ca

In-Home Personal Chef ( Culinary degree+ 2 yrs management required+ 1yr personal chef exp preferred)
Whole Health Everyday —Newport Beach, CA
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Management
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Kitchen Manager/ Head Chef
Confidential —Newport Beach, CA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
Water Grill South Coast Plaza —Costa Mesa, CA
- $70,304 - $80,000 a year
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Sushi chef
Bear Flag Fish Company —Newport Beach, CA
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef
The Ranch Restaurant and Saloon —Anaheim, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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14d
Sous Chef
RH —Newport Beach, CA
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Sous Chef - JOEY Newport Beach
JOEY Restaurants —Newport Beach, CA
- $70,304 - $90,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Eurest —Costa Mesa, CA
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Sushi Chef - JOEY Newport Beach
JOEY Restaurants —Newport Beach, CA
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Executive Chef
Pasea Hotel & Spa —Huntington Beach, CA
- $125,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Hotel
- Mentoring
Private Chef
Friendly Franchisees Corp —Newport Beach, CA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Reliable transportation
- Flexible schedule
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Sous Chef
The Capital Grille —Costa Mesa, CA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Cooking
- Team management
- Senior level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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
Chef de Partie, Viamara
Montage International —Newport Beach, CA
- $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
Sous Chef - Members Grill Kitchen
BALBOA BAY CLUB VENTURES LLC —Newport Beach, CA
- $34 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Hotel
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Executive Chef - EC
Montage International —Laguna Beach, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
Chef de Cuisine
SHADY CANYON GOLF CLUB INC —Irvine, CA
- $85,000 - $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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Executive Chef
Aramark —Irvine, CA
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Team management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
6d
Executive Chef
Altius Search Group —Costa Mesa, CA
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- ServSafe
- Mentoring
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Executive Chef
Pacific Hospitality Group —Huntington Beach, CA
- $125,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Hotel
- Mentoring

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In-Home Personal Chef ( Culinary degree+ 2 yrs management required+ 1yr personal chef exp preferred)

Whole Health Everyday -
Newport Beach, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$35 - $40 an hour

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Computer operation
Food preparation for special diets
Food safety management
Management
Specialty dish recipe development
Customer service
Food Safety Manager Certification
Client rapport building
Driver's License
Culinary Arts Certificate
Working with individuals with specific dietary needs
Managing teams as a chef
Attention to detail
Meal preparation
Catering chef experience
ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Video conferences (communication methods)
Food safety

Full Job Description

Job Overview
As an in-home personal chef with Whole Health Everyday, you’ll work one-on-one with a variety of clients, preparing custom meals based on their tastes, goals, and dietary needs. The work is rewarding, varied, and creative — perfect for chefs who thrive on independence, professionalism, and making a real difference through food.
See our careers website https://www.wholehealtheveryday.com/careers.html for more info.

Our Ideal WHE Chef Is…
- Culinary Experienced: Sous or Executive Chef level with formal training (degree or certification), plus experience as in-home personal chef, meal prep, restaurants, or catering,
- Health-Focused: Strong working knowledge of nutrition and dietary restrictions; passionate about wellness and open to continuous learning.
- Self-Starter: Comfortable working independently, proactively solving problems, and creating personalized meals from scratch.

-Professional: In attitude, appearance, and communication. Timely and reliable.

- Detail-Oriented: Impeccably clean, organized, and reliable with strong attention to detail — from recipe creation to kitchen cleanup.
- Client-Centered: Professional, friendly, and customer-service minded; able to build trust and communicate clearly with a variety of clients.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using email, Word, Excel, Dropbox, Slack and Zoom to stay organized and communicate.

Being a Personal Chef at WHE Is More Than Just Cooking…

· You don’t just cook your favorites—you tailor every meal to your client's preferences and dietary needs.

· You don’t just follow recipes—you create, adapt, and innovate.

· You don’t just cook for now—you plan for meals to be reheated and still taste amazing.

· You don’t just work a job—you live a lifestyle of health, creativity, and service.

What You’ll Do:
- Plan and execute weekly meal prep for multiple clients in their homes.
- Prepare meals in alignment with health goals and special dietary needs (keto, vegan, Whole30, gluten-free, diabetes, cancer support, etc.).
- Occasionally cook for small and large private events with an elevated dining experience.
- Manage client schedules, shopping lists, and kitchen organization independently.
- Maintain clear, consistent communication with clients and the WHE team.

Required Qualifications:

- Culinary school degree or certificate

- Food Safety Manager certification (ServeSafe or equivalent) – we reimburse

- Valid driver's license, insured vehicle, and reliable transportation

- Experience working independently in client homes

- Proficient with meal prep and small event cooking

- Familiarity with dietary restrictions (e.g., plant-based, keto, Whole30, diabetic, cancer diets)

- Comfortable communicating directly with clients

- Ability to lift 25 lbs and be on your feet for several hours.

- Personal computer, printer, and basic tech competency.

Preferred:

- Nutrition certification or formal training in specialty diets

- Prior experience as a personal chef

Why Work With Whole Health Everyday?
- Competitive Pay: $35–37/hr for weekly clients with potential to earn $40 + /hr.
$60+/hr for events.
- Bonus Potential: Year-end bonuses and benefits for full-time employees.
- Flexibility: Enjoy work/life balance. Weekly clients are Mon- Fri
- Creative Freedom: Cook what you love while meeting client needs — no corporate menus.
- Growth Support: Free health and nutrition training, plus reimbursement for outside certifications.
- Supportive Culture: Work solo but stay connected to a network of experienced chefs who support each other.

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Application Question(s):

Are you able to reliably commute to Newport and other locations in Orange County, CA?
Position is part time to start, transitioning to full time over 2-3 months. Are you comfortable with this?

Experience:

Management: 2 years (Preferred)
Personal Chef : 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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