Top 23 Head chef Jobs in Dana Point, Ca

Head Chef- Orange County
Buona Forchetta —San Clemente, CA
- $30 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Restaurant
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
Active Culture —Laguna Beach, CA
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Food Handler Certification
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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8d
Head Chef
SkyChefs —Santa Ana, CA
- $86,417.73 - $108,021.41 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Free parking
- AD&D insurance
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Head Chef-Las Brisas
Las Brisas —Laguna Beach, CA
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef
Montage International —Laguna Beach, CA
- $72,000 - $86,000 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Sous Chef - Marbella Country Club
Century Golf Partners Management —San Juan Capistrano, CA
- $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Cooking
- Maintenance
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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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
Head Chef - OC Interim Housing (JR 5736)
PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) —Santa Ana, CA
- $77,782 - $95,633 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Bear Flag Fish Company —Newport Beach, CA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- 3 years
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Salad and Dessert Prep- Orange County
Buona Forchetta —San Clemente, CA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Casual dining restaurant
- 5 years
- US work authorization
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Senior Cook
T&T Supermarket —Irvine, CA
- $25.50 - $31.75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
Line Cook
DELIZIE RISTORANTE —Mission Viejo, CA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Line Cook
LUNCH BANG LLC —Santa Ana, CA
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Restaurant
- Food Handler Certification
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Sushi Chef
Sushi Roku Newport Beach —Newport Beach, CA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 2 years
- Opportunities for advancement
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Line Cook
FRATELLINOS ITALIAN RESTAURANT —Orange, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Food Handler Certification
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Line Cooks & Lead Cooks
Great Maple —Newport Beach, CA
- $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
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Line Cook - Irvine - Full Time Include Weekend Evening Shift
JG FOOD SERVICE LLC —Irvine, CA
- $18 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Referral program
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Line Cook
DGI CAPITAL GROUP LLC —Santa Ana, CA
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Fast casual restaurant
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Line Cook - Irvine - Weekend Evening Night Shift
J&G Chicken —Irvine, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Referral program
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Head Chef- Orange County

Buona Forchetta -
San Clemente, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$30 - $38 an hour

Qualifications

Specialty dish recipe development
Menu concept development
Food service inventory management
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Staffing management
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Restaurant supply ordering
Facilities equipment maintenance

Full Job Description

Join the Buona Forchetta Family
Orange County, CA | Full Time | E-Verify Employer
$30–$38 per hour, based on experience

At Buona Forchetta, where Italian tradition meets San Diego soul, we serve more than just Neapolitan-style pizza and housemade pasta — we serve joy. As part of our dedication to culinary excellence, we are searching for a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen with heart, precision, and creativity.

Who You Are:

You’re a proven culinary leader with at least 10 years of experience in high-volume kitchens, a deep respect for traditional Italian cuisine, and a passion for managing teams with integrity and enthusiasm. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are always looking to elevate both the menu and the morale of your kitchen.

Responsibilities:

Ensure all kitchen operations meet Buona Forchetta’s high standards of quality, hygiene, and cleanliness
Manage inventory, control stock levels, and handle supplier relationships to ensure top-quality ingredients
Oversee our ghost kitchen operations and ensure consistency in off-site orders
Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate necessary repairs
Collaborate with the General Manager on staffing issues, including attendance, scheduling, and disciplinary actions
Develop new dishes in line with Buona Forchetta’s culinary vision
Create and manage weekly kitchen schedules tailored to seasonal restaurant needs
Lead by example and foster a supportive, team-focused kitchen culture
Ensure guests enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience, every time

Requirements:

Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Chef in high-volume restaurants
Proven leadership and team management skills
Strong understanding of inventory, ordering, and kitchen equipment maintenance
Experience developing seasonal menus and new recipes within brand guidelines
Familiarity with ghost kitchen models a plus
E-Verify participation required

Why Work With Us?

Buona Forchetta isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a family. From our first location in South Park to our growing family of trattorias, we value community, consistency, and a shared love of food. You’ll join a team that believes in working hard, supporting each other, and making guests feel right at home.

Ready to bring your culinary expertise to one of San Diego’s most beloved Italian restaurants?
Apply today and become part of the Buona Forchetta legacy.

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head chef jobs in dana point, ca

Head Chef- Orange County

Line Cook/Prep Cook

Head Chef

Head Chef-Las Brisas

Sous Chef

Sous Chef - Marbella Country Club

Head Cook

Executive Chef

Head Chef - OC Interim Housing (JR 5736)

Executive Chef

Salad and Dessert Prep- Orange County

Senior Cook

Line Cook

Line Cook

Sushi Chef

Line Cook

Line Cooks & Lead Cooks

Line Cook - Irvine - Full Time Include Weekend Evening Shift

Line Cook

Line Cook - Irvine - Weekend Evening Night Shift

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