Top 77 Kitchen manager Jobs in El Cajon, Ca

Culinary Director/Executive Chef
Comunita LLC —San Diego, CA
- $77,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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District Kitchen Manager
San Diego Restaurant Group —La Jolla, CA
- $90,000 - $97,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- Spanish
- Culinary experience
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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Lead Cook
UC San Diego Health —San Diego, CA
- $25.00 - $35.11 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Management
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
Kitchen Manager
OL Cali Uno Mgmt LLC —Chula Vista, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
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4d
Kitchen Supervisor
DLS Events.com —San Diego, CA
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Restaurant management
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager (Mira Mesa)
Gen Korean BBQ —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Refined Kitchen and Interiors Business Development Leader
Studio Quattro Design —Solana Beach, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Residential
- Business development
- Contracts
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Lead Cook - Full Time
Ridgeview —San Diego, CA
- $25.50 - $26.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Line Cook
Salted —San Diego, CA
- $21 - $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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11d
Restaurant Assistant Kitchen Manager
Goodwin Recruiting —La Jolla, CA
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Hospitality & Culinary Director
Aramark —Poway, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Full Time - Senior Campus Catering Sous Chef
Aztec Shops, SDSU —San Diego, CA
- $24.41 - $49.30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- ServSafe
- Flexible schedule
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Kitchen Manager
Texas Roadhouse —El Cajon, CA
- $70,304 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- Mid-level
- Kitchen
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
Executive Kitchen Manager
goop Kitchen —San Diego, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- ServSafe
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Chef- San Diego
Buona Forchetta —San Diego, CA
- $30 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Restaurant
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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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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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Kitchen Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings —San Diego, CA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —San Diego, CA
- $30.77 - $38.94 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
Head Sous Chef - JOEY La Jolla
JOEY Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Culinary Director/Executive Chef

Comunita LLC -
San Diego, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$77,000 - $120,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Menu design
Cost control
Materials management in food and beverage
Menu costing
Meal planning
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: $77,000.00 - $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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kitchen manager jobs in el cajon, ca

Culinary Director/Executive Chef

District Kitchen Manager

Lead Cook

Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Supervisor

Kitchen Manager (Mira Mesa)

Refined Kitchen and Interiors Business Development Leader

Lead Cook - Full Time

Lead Line Cook

Restaurant Assistant Kitchen Manager

Hospitality & Culinary Director

Full Time - Senior Campus Catering Sous Chef

Kitchen Manager

Executive Kitchen Manager

Head Chef- San Diego

Executive Chef

Head Chef - JOEY La Jolla

Kitchen Manager

Sous Chef

Head Sous Chef - JOEY La Jolla

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