Top 125 Chefs Jobs in La Mesa, Ca

Sous Chef
The Baby Grand Coronado —Coronado, CA
- From $25 an hour
- Extended hours
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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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
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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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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Sous Chef
Nolita Hall —San Diego, CA
- $70,304 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Inventory management
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef/Cook
Evolve Treatment Centers —La Mesa, CA
- $31 - $33 an hour
- No weekends
- School experience
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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10d
Venue Stadium Chef
San Diego Convention Center —San Diego, CA
- $130,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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12d
Sous Chef
Rosemary Food Service LLC —San Diego, CA
- From $1,100 a week
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Culinary experience
- ServSafe
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef (OEM) | Lilians | The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe —Rancho Santa Fe, CA
- From $85,000 a year
- Overtime
- Cooking
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef - San Diego Zoo Safari Park
San Diego Zoo —Escondido, CA
- $77,225 - $86,878 a year
- Email
- Research
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Free parking
- Wellness program
12d
Sous Chef
Eureka —San Diego, CA
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Driving
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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14d
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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11d
Sous Chef - La Jolla (Full-time + Tips Sharing)
Behind The Scenes Catering & Events —San Diego, CA
- $77,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Leadership
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Sous Chef At The Remy
The Remy —San Diego, CA
- $30 - $50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Cooking
- English
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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
Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —San Diego, CA
- $34.13 - $45.67 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Fair chance
Sous Chef - San Diego Zoo Safari Park
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance —Escondido, CA
- $77,225 - $86,878 a year
- Email
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Wellness program
12d
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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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
Banquet Sous Chef
Wyndham San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $70,304 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Military
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Disability insurance
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Sous Chef

The Baby Grand Coronado
Coronado, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $25 an hour

Qualifications

Food mixers
Line cook experience
Fryers
Cost control
Team development
Kitchen ovens
Kitchen cost control
Team training
Kitchen staff training
Kitchen grills
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Restaurant supply ordering
Food Handler Certification
Staff development
Team building

Full Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, energetic, and highly organized Sous Chef to join our leadership team at Nighthawk at The Baby Grand Hotel restaurant serving lunch and dinner during the week, and brunch and dinner on weekends. This is a hands-on leadership role for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about consistency, team development, and hospitality.

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef in all daily kitchen operations.

Lead and supervise kitchen staff during high-volume lunch, brunch, and dinner services.

Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to established recipes and quality standards.

Train, coach, and mentor cooks to maintain consistency and continuous improvement.

Monitor food quality, portioning, plating, and execution throughout service.

Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen environment at all times.

Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and product rotation.

Help control food cost through proper prep, portioning, and waste reduction practices.

Support scheduling, labor management, and team accountability initiatives.

Ensure compliance with all health department and company standards.

Step into station leadership roles as needed and lead by example during service.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of Sous Chef or Kitchen Management experience in a high-volume restaurant.

Proven experience managing busy lunch, brunch, and dinner services.

Strong understanding of Mediterranean cuisine and ingredients preferred.

Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop kitchen teams.

Passion for training and maintaining consistency across all menu items.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Experience with inventory management, ordering, and food cost controls.

Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.

Current Food Handler Certification; ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.

Reliable transportation is required. Coronado's unique location and bridge access make punctuality and dependable transportation essential for this position.

Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business demands.

What We're Looking For

A leader who sets the standard through action and accountability.

A team-first mentality with a commitment to developing others.

A chef who values consistency as much as creativity.

Someone who embraces high standards, fast-paced service, and continuous improvement.

A professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences through great food and strong kitchen execution.

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

•When was the last time you set out to achieve a goal and failed?

When was the last time you thought about quitting your job?
What would the name of your autobiography be?

Work Location: In person

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