Top 160 Chef Jobs in La Mesa Ca

Executive Chef
Pinnacle International Hotels & Resorts —San Diego, CA
- From $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Restaurant management
- Cooking
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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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Executive Chef
OMG Hospitality Group —San Diego, CA
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Junior Sous Chef
Nolita Hall —San Diego, CA
- $25 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef/Chef
Water Grill San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $105,000 - $125,000 a year
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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3d
Full Time - Campus Dining Sous Chef
Aztec Shops, SDSU —San Diego, CA
- $21.02 - $34.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Flexible schedule
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3d
Executive Chef
Pinnacle Hotels and Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- From $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
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Sous Chef
CULINARY STAFFING SERVICE —Rancho Santa Fe, CA
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Temporary
- Hospitality
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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Sous Chef
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar —San Diego, CA
- $17.75 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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14d
Chef de Cuisine
Rustic Root Solan Beach —San Diego, CA
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Casual dining restaurant
- Culinary experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sushi Chef
Harmony Cuisine 2B1 -MAT INTERNATIONAL ,INC.- —San Diego, CA
- From $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Chef De Partie - Banquets
Sheraton San Diego Resort —San Diego, CA
- $26.30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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7d
Chef / Kitchen Manager
Confidential —San Diego, CA
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef
Water Grill San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $70,304 - $80,000 a year
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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3d
Executive Sous Chef
Water Grill San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- English
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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3d
Executive Sous Chef - Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Hilton —San Diego, CA
- $118,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Hotel
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
1d
Chef de Cuisine
Town & Country Resort —San Diego, CA
- $100,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Senior level
- Leadership
Assistant Chef
The Stand Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- Up to $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental 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

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Executive Chef

Pinnacle International Hotels & Resorts
San Diego, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $90,000 a year

Qualifications

Hotel cost control
Journeyman License
Food management
Budget control
Team leadership
Restaurant management
Team development
Culinary Arts
Kitchen cost control
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Hospitality industry experience
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Materials management in food and beverage
Kitchen management
Restaurant cost management
Restaurant experience
Food service management
Team building

Full Job Description

Executive Chef for Exciting New Restaurant Opening 2026!

Position: Executive Chef - Downtown – San Diego, California

Location: Downtown San Diego as part of the soon to open Le Meridien Pinnacle Hotel.

Employment Type: Full Time

Start Date: – tbd

We’re searching for an ambitious, creative, and experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team for our soon-to-launch Italian inspired restaurant & hotel banquet space. This is a unique opportunity to bring your culinary vision to life, shape the opening menu, and set the standard for an exceptional dining experience from day one. Our new restaurant will be integrated into our new Le Meridien Hotel downtown San Diego and you will be part of establish our restaurant concept.

The Role:

As our Executive Chef, you’ll be the driving force behind our culinary identity. You’ll have full ownership of menu development, kitchen operations, and team leadership. From sourcing top-quality ingredients to crafting unforgettable dishes, your expertise will shape every aspect of our food program.

Responsibilities:

· Help design our restaurant concept and work on initial menus.

· Hire, train, and lead the back-of-house team

· Establish kitchen protocols and opening procedures

· Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency

· Oversee inventory, cost control, and vendor relationships

· Ensure all food safety and sanitation guidelines are strictly followed

· Collaborate with ownership and front-of-house leadership on concept execution

Requirement:

· Certification of culinary training, a degree in Culinary Arts or apprenticeship, Red Seal and journeyman certification

· Minimum 5 years of experience in an executive role in an upscale casual or fine dining kitchen in San Diego.

· Have Direct experience in the San Diego culinary seen, with Italian food and hotel conference space. (prefer currently working in market)

· Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills

· Proven ability to manage costs, inventory, and kitchen budgets

· Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

· Experience in opening a successful restaurant.

· Culinary degree preferred, but not required

· Experience in Italian, French, or Western Mediterranean cuisine an asset.

What We Offer:

· Competitive salary + performance-based incentives

· Creative freedom to help shape a new culinary concept

· Supportive ownership with a strong commitment to quality and culture

· Opportunity to build and grow your own team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

San Diego, CA 92101 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

San Diego, CA 92101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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