Top 141 Chefs Jobs in Laguna Hills, Ca

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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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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Kitchen Manager
King's Fish House - Laguna Hills —Laguna Hills, CA
- $70,304 - $80,000 a year
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Culinary Chef Instructor PT
Co-Lab Culinary Training Collective —Santa Ana, CA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Paid time off
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Kitchen Manager / Pantry Chef
Storico Spaghetteria —Tustin, CA
- From $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Private Chef
Friendly Franchisees Corp —Newport Beach, CA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Reliable transportation
- Flexible schedule
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R&D Chef
Del Taco —Lake Forest, CA
- $89,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
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Chef de Cuisine
SHADY CANYON GOLF CLUB INC —Irvine, CA
- $85,000 - $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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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
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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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Luxury Rehab Chef
Capo Wellness —Capistrano Beach, CA
- $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Kitchen
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2d
WELLNESS CHEF
The Kitchen Remedy —Newport Beach, CA
- From $120,000 a year
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- In-person
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14d
Executive Sous Chef - Hilton Anaheim
Hilton —Anaheim, CA
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Sanitation
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
1d
Executive Chef - EC
Montage International —Laguna Beach, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
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
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
Executive Chef, Bourbon Steak - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club
Hilton —Dana Point, CA
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Sanitation
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Chef/Experienced Line Cook
Jimmy B's —San Clemente, CA
- $25.27 - $50.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Mid-level
- In-person
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5d
CHEF / KITCHEN MANAGER
Little Trouble —Laguna Beach, CA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Kitchen
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13d
Executive Chef
MINA Group —Dana Point, CA
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Hospitality
- Sanitation
- Fair chance
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Culinary Manager

Zov's San Clemente
San Clemente, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Kitchen health and safety standards
Food service health code compliance
Budget control
Team leadership
Safety regulations
Labor cost analysis
Hiring
Kitchen cost control
Recruiting
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Staffing management
General management
Team building

Full Job Description

About Zov's
Zov's Restaurants is a Mediterranean-inspired, family-founded restaurant group started by Chef Zov Karamardian in 1987. With locations across Orange County — Tustin, Newport Coast, San Clemente, and Irvine — plus a dedicated catering and private events arm, Zov's is known for scratch cooking, warm hospitality, and a deep connection to community. We're looking for a Culinary Manager to lead the kitchen at our San Clemente location and uphold the standards that have defined Zov's for nearly 40 years.

Position Summary
The Culinary Manager is responsible for all facets of the San Clemente location's culinary department — from food quality and consistency to kitchen staffing, cost control, and health/safety compliance. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes pride in running a tight, well-trained kitchen while staying true to Zov's recipes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to Zov's recipes and standards
Hire, train, schedule, and manage all back-of-house culinary staff, including line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers
Manage food and labor costs within budget, including inventory control, ordering, and vendor relationships
Maintain compliance with all health department, food safety, and sanitation regulations (ServSafe standards)
Plan and execute menu items, specials, and seasonal offerings in coordination with the Director of Culinary
Conduct regular kitchen audits, including equipment maintenance, cleanliness, and safety protocols
Manage kitchen scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage for daily service, catering orders, and special events
Partner with the General Manager and front-of-house leadership to ensure smooth, coordinated service
Handle performance management, coaching, and disciplinary actions for culinary staff as needed
Support onboarding and training of new kitchen team members to Zov's standards
Monitor food waste and implement processes to reduce shrinkage and improve efficiency
Ensure proper receiving, storage, and rotation (FIFO) of all food product
Step in on the line during peak periods or staff shortages as needed
Report on kitchen performance metrics (food cost %, labor %, waste) to ownership/leadership

Qualifications

3+ years of kitchen management or sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant, preferably in a similar cuisine or high-volume environment
Proven ability to manage food cost, labor cost, and inventory
Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience hiring and developing kitchen staff
Working knowledge of health and safety codes and food handling regulations
ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Passion for Mediterranean cuisine and scratch cooking a plus

What We Offer

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Health Insurance,
401K with Matching
Paid Vacation
Closed Major Holidays
Employee dining discounts across all Zov's locations
Opportunity to grow within a respected, multi-generational Orange County restaurant group

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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chefs jobs in laguna hills, ca

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R&D Chef

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Head Chef - OC Interim Housing (JR 5736)

Luxury Rehab Chef

WELLNESS CHEF

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Executive Chef - EC

Head Institutional Cook

Banquet Chef

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