Top 184 Lead cook Jobs in Laguna Beach, Ca

Restaurant Manager
Little Billy's Cafe —Newport Beach, CA
- $26 - $35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- POS
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Culinary Manager
Zov's San Clemente —San Clemente, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Prep Cook – Scratch Kitchen, Mornings + Tips
mor mor's table —Laguna Beach, CA
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- English
- US work authorization
- Paid training
- Flexible schedule
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4d
Kitchen Cooks - Chefs Shift Leads
Taste Catering - Lake Forest, CA —Lake Forest, CA
- From $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- English
- Mid-level
- Cell phone reimbursement
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Culinary Lead
sweetgreen —Irvine, CA
- $21.43 an hour
- Call employer
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Chef de Cuisine
Montage International —Laguna Beach, CA
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hotel
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
13d
Team Lead Kitchen
Zinc Cafe & Bar - Laguna Beach —Laguna Beach, CA
- 8 hour shift
- Sanitation
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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13d
Overnight Cook I (Full-Time) - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club
Hilton —Monarch Beach, CA
- $27 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Hospitality
- Management
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Institutional Cook
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $55,099.20 - $74,131.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Basic math
- English
Production Cook Lead - Full-Time 1st Shift
Freedom Village —Lake Forest, CA
- Up to $27 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Pass drug screening
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2d
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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Lead Cook - Mariners Church
Aramark —Irvine, CA
- $17.25 - $30.25 an hour
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Head Institutional Cook
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $61,318.40 - $82,659.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Basic math
Line and Prep Cook
DH Berkeley LLC —Laguna Beach, CA
- $19.68 - $32.00 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Restaurant
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Breakfast Cook
DELICE BRETON LLC —San Juan Capistrano, CA
- $25 - $29 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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5d
Banquet Chef
Montage International —Laguna Beach, CA
- $85,000 - $110,000 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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
American Golf Corporation —Irvine, CA
- $26 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Leadership
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BACK OF HOUSE LEAD SUPERVISOR (FULL TIME)
Bon Appetit —Aliso Viejo, CA
- $24.00 - $26.50 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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12d
Cook II - Banquets
Montage International —Laguna Beach, CA
- $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching

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Restaurant Manager

Little Billy's Cafe
Newport Beach, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$26 - $35 an hour

Benefits

Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Customer communication
Staff supervision
Food safety management
Café experience
Team leadership
Safety regulations
Staff scheduling
Employee relationship building
Team development
Hiring
Food service inventory management
Safety hazards
Organizational skills
POS systems
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Cross-functional communication
Hospitality management

Full Job Description

Little Billy’s is an upscale counter-serve take on the modern day diner, focused on breakfast and lunch specializing in wholesome but indulgent brunch items with signature griddle selections. Our Manager will oversee the daily operations of our high-paced cafe in Newport Beach. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service. As the Manager, you will be responsible for managing staff, ensuring smooth workflow, maintaining quality standards, and driving business growth. Pay starts at $26 an hour plus tips.

Recruit, train, and supervise cafe staff, including servers, cooks, and support staff
Create staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours and manage payroll efficiently
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to improve employee performance
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, morale, and productivity
Oversee day-to-day cafe operations, including opening and closing procedures, inventory management, and equipment maintenance
Monitor food quality and presentation to uphold our standards of excellence
Implement and enforce hygiene and safety regulations to ensure compliance with health codes
Handle customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly and professionally
Inventory management (counting and ordering) for alcohol, food and dry goods
Ensure an efficient delivery system between 3rd party vendors, POS ordering, kitchen printing, packaging orders and send off to customer/delivery driver
Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring guest satisfaction
Train staff on customer service best practices and empower them to exceed customer expectations
Solicit feedback from customers and use it to make improvements in service and offerings
Develop and manage budgets, including forecasting revenue and expenses
Monitor financial performance and implement cost-control measures to optimize profitability
Daily reconciling daily reports/cash handling
Foster a culture of continuous learning and development among staff to ensure they remain engaged and motivated

Qualifications:

2-3 years experience as a General Manager in a fast-paced restaurant or cafe
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service
Solid understanding of financial management principles
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, and holidays
Competent overseeing the kitchen department and familiar with Health Department risks and hazards
Competent managing motivating both front of the house AND back of the house employees as the primary communication between the two

Preferred:

Food Handler’s Card
Serve Safe Manager Certified

Pay: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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lead cook jobs in laguna beach, ca

Restaurant Manager

Culinary Manager

Prep Cook – Scratch Kitchen, Mornings + Tips

Kitchen Cooks - Chefs Shift Leads

Culinary Lead

Chef de Cuisine

Team Lead Kitchen

Overnight Cook I (Full-Time) - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club

Institutional Cook

Production Cook Lead - Full-Time 1st Shift

Head Chef - OC Interim Housing (JR 5736)

Lead Cook - Mariners Church

Head Institutional Cook

Line and Prep Cook

Breakfast Cook

Banquet Chef

Sous Chef

Sous Chef

BACK OF HOUSE LEAD SUPERVISOR (FULL TIME)

Cook II - Banquets

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