Top 34 Executive chef Jobs in Del Mar, Ca

Culinary Director/Executive Chef
Comunita LLC —San Diego, CA
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
Head Chef
Rosemary Food Service LLC —San Diego, CA
- From $1,400 a week
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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13d
Executive Chef - High-Volume European Bistro
Valentina Restaurant —Encinitas, CA
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Kitchen
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8d
Executive Chef
Rancho Bernardo Inn —San Diego, CA
- $85,500 - $157,500 a year
- Email
- Senior level
- Resort
- Employee discount
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13d
Executive Chef - Alma San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Alma San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel —San Diego, CA
- $91,000 - $114,000 a year
- 6 years
- Customer service
- Hotel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Amalfi Llama —San Diego, CA
- $88,000 - $110,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Driver's License
- Senior level
- Teaching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef de Cuisine
Town & Country Resort —San Diego, CA
- $100,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Senior level
- Leadership
Executive Chef
RMD Group, LLC —San Diego, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
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Head Chef- San Diego
Buona Forchetta —Encinitas, CA
- $30 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Restaurant
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Executive Chef
STK San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $110,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 8 years
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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14d
Executive Chef
Bon Appetit —Oceanside, CA
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Banquet Chef - Hotel del Coronado, A Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton —Coronado, CA
- $110,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
LAPPER Chef de Cuisine
Town & Country Resort —San Diego, CA
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
Executive Chef Specialized in Greek Cooking
Busy Restaurant, part of growing group —Coronado, CA
- $90,000 - $113,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
Meal Prep Sunday San Diego —Vista, CA
- $35 - $45 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Cooking
- 8 years
- Continuous improvement
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Chef de Cuisine
Town and Country Resort —San Diego, CA
- $100,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Senior level
- Leadership
Head Sushi Chef
Scratch Restaurants Group —La Jolla, CA
- $90,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 3 years
- Continuous improvement
- Paid time off
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Head Chef - JOEY La Jolla
JOEY Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Chandlers Chef de Cuisine
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa —Carlsbad, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Chef de Cuisine - Valle
JDV Oceanside —Oceanside, CA
- $70,600 - $99,750 a year
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- 3 years
- Paid jury duty
- Employee stock purchase plan

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Culinary Director/Executive Chef

Comunita LLC -
San Diego, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $120,000 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Referral program

Qualifications

Menu design
Materials management in food and beverage
Menu costing
Senior leadership

Full Job Description

Help Build Something Meaningful

We are opening a brand-new kitchen in the heart of Mission Hills and are looking for an experienced, creative, and organized Culinary Director to lead the development of our culinary program from the ground up.

This is more than a kitchen leadership position. Along with creating an exceptional food program, you'll play an integral role in building a supportive learning environment that provides meaningful work placement opportunities for adults with disabilities.

If you're passionate about culinary excellence, operational systems, mentoring others, and creating inclusive workplaces, we'd love to meet you.

About the Role

The Culinary Director will oversee all aspects of menu and recipe development, food cost management, inventory systems, purchasing, kitchen operations, and culinary training. This role is responsible for establishing the standards and systems that will support a sustainable, high-quality culinary program while helping develop an engaging learning environment for participants in our work placement program.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership

Develop seasonal and rotating menus
Create standardized recipes with accurate yields and portioning
Maintain consistent food quality and presentation standards
Lead menu testing and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards

Cost Control & Operations

Manage food cost and cost of goods (COGS) targets
Develop inventory management systems and procedures
Oversee purchasing and vendor relationships
Forecast product needs and manage ordering
Analyze menu profitability and make recommendations for improvements
Reduce waste through efficient inventory and production planning

Training & Program Development

Create training materials and kitchen procedures
Develop workflows that support both operational excellence and participant learning
Mentor kitchen staff while fostering an inclusive and supportive culture
Work collaboratively with program leadership to create meaningful work experiences for adults with disabilities
Adapt training methods to meet a variety of learning styles and abilities

Leadership

Build a positive, collaborative kitchen culture
Recruit, train, and develop kitchen team members
Establish systems that allow the kitchen to grow successfully
Maintain high standards of professionalism, organization, and accountability

Qualifications

5+ years of culinary leadership experience
Proven experience with menu development and recipe writing
Strong knowledge of food costing, purchasing, inventory management, and COGS
Experience opening a new kitchen or developing culinary systems is highly preferred
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Strong communication and coaching abilities
ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain)
Passion for mentorship, inclusion, and community impact

Experience working alongside adults with disabilities is appreciated but not required. More important is a leadership style rooted in patience, respect, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed. We're seeking someone who is creative and genuinely passionate about food & wine as well as a leader who enjoys teaching and mentoring.

This is a unique opportunity to help launch a new culinary program with a meaningful mission. You'll have the autonomy to shape menus, build operational systems, mentor a growing team, and create lasting impact by helping adults with disabilities gain valuable workplace skills and confidence.

As we expand, the Culinary Director will have the opportunity to oversee multiple locations, lead new concept development, direct culinary innovation, launch consumer food products, and shape the culinary vision of the organization for years to come. If you're ready to build a kitchen that values excellence, inclusion, and community, we'd love to hear from you

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us about your culinary leadership experience and what excites you about helping launch a mission-driven culinary company.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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executive chef jobs in del mar, ca

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Executive Chef - High-Volume European Bistro

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Executive Chef - Alma San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Executive Chef

Head Chef- San Diego

Executive Chef

Executive Chef

Executive Banquet Chef - Hotel del Coronado, A Curio Collection by Hilton

LAPPER Chef de Cuisine

Executive Chef Specialized in Greek Cooking

Executive Chef

Chef de Cuisine

Head Sushi Chef

Head Chef - JOEY La Jolla

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