Top 376 Lead cook Jobs in Long Beach, Ca

Kitchen Manager
San Pedro Fish Market Long Beach —Long Beach, CA
- $78,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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lead prep cook
Fable & Spirit —Newport Beach, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Bachelor of Science
- Cooking
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Executive Sous Chef
Water Grill South Coast Plaza —Costa Mesa, CA
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- English
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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4d
Chef
Restaurant —Santa Monica, CA
- $100,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Cook
American Golf Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $24 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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11d
Lead Cook (AM Shifts)
TruCare Community —Long Beach, CA
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- In person
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Health insurance
10d
Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Part Time
Whole Foods Market —Long Beach, CA
- $19.00 - $30.20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Long Beach Amphitheater Food & Beverage - Cook Lead
Legends Global —Long Beach, CA
- Extended hours
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Lead Cook
Luna Grill —Long Beach, CA
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- Fast casual restaurant
- Referral program
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Line Cook
Pura Vida Miami —Long Beach, CA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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4d
Prep Cook
Pura Vida Miami —Long Beach, CA
- $19 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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4d
Line Cook
San Pedro Fish Market Long Beach —Long Beach, CA
- $18 - $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Long Beach Amphitheater Food & Beverage - Cook
Legends Global —Long Beach, CA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Queen Mary Hotel - Cook
Evolution Hospitality —Long Beach, CA
- $22.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- 1 year
- Communication skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
12d
Food Prep Cook
San Pedro Fish Market —San Pedro, CA
- $17.87 - $22.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- High school diploma or GED
- POS
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Institutional Cook
County of Orange —Santa Ana, CA
- $26.49 - $35.64 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Basic math
- English
Sous Chef. California Cuisine
The Bungalow Hospitality Group —Long Beach, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
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3d
SENIOR COOK (FULL TIME)
Flik Hospitality Group —Los Angeles, CA
- $30.15 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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9d
Kitchen Lead / Lead Cook (Morning Shift)
Gracias Cafe —Paramount, CA
- From $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- 401(k)
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1d
Lead Cook
Lunada Market —Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Kitchen Manager

San Pedro Fish Market Long Beach
Long Beach, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$78,000 - $90,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Food quality maintenance
Kitchen health and safety standards
Hospitality
Food service purchasing
Quality assurance experience within food and beverage industry
Operations management
Food service health code compliance
Increasing staff retention rates
ServSafe
Operational management
Coaching
Talent management
Labor cost analysis
Employee retention
Mid-level
Talent development
Quality improvement leadership
Leadership development
3 years
Team development
Hiring
Financial operations management
Kitchen cost control
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Team training
Kitchen staff training
Mentoring
Recruiting
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing kitchen staff

Full Job Description

Lead an Iconic Restaurant. Develop Great People. Deliver Exceptional Experiences.

Are you a proven kitchen leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment? Do you have a passion for developing people, driving financial results, and creating memorable guest experiences through operational excellence?

We're looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead the heart of our Long Beach restaurant. This is more than managing a kitchen—it's an opportunity to build a high-performing team, influence culture, and play a key role in the success of an established and growing organization.

What You'll Do

As Kitchen Manager, you'll lead all back-of-house operations while coaching and developing a team that consistently delivers exceptional food quality, efficiency, and hospitality. You'll be responsible for creating a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while ensuring strong financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
Build future leaders through ongoing training, mentorship, and accountability.
Drive operational excellence in food quality, execution, sanitation, and safety.
Manage labor, food cost, inventory, purchasing, and waste to achieve financial goals.
Analyze restaurant performance and implement strategies to improve profitability.
Partner with Front-of-House leaders to create a seamless guest experience.
Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain top culinary talent.
Foster a culture where team members are engaged, challenged, and empowered to grow.

What Success Looks Like

A well-trained, engaged, and accountable kitchen team.
Consistent execution of food quality and operational standards.
Strong labor and food cost performance.
High team retention and internal promotions.
Guests who leave impressed by the quality, consistency, and experience we deliver.

Our Core Values in Action

Lead by Example

You set the standard. Whether it's coaching a line cook, managing a busy service, or tackling operational challenges, your actions inspire others to perform at their best.

Family

We believe great restaurants are built by great teams. You create an environment where people feel respected, supported, and invested in each other's success.

Passionate About What You Do

You bring energy, pride, and enthusiasm to the kitchen every day. Your passion for hospitality, food quality, and developing people elevates the entire operation.

What We're Looking For

3+ years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant environment.
Proven ability to coach, develop, and retain strong teams.
Strong understanding of labor management, food costs, inventory controls, and financial accountability.
Experience leading through systems, standards, and accountability.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain).
A hands-on leader who thrives on the floor and leads from the front.

Why Join Us?

Competitive compensation
Medical, Vision, Dental
401(k)
Paid Vacation
Free Meals
Leadership education
Growth and advancement opportunities
A people-first culture focused on development
The opportunity to lead a high-volume operation and make a meaningful impact

If you're a leader who is passionate about developing people, driving results, and creating exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and help us build something extraordinary.

Compensation Range: $78,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

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