Top 462 Lead cook Jobs in Norwalk Ca

Sous Chef
Emvested Consulting —Los Angeles, CA
- $34 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef - Parkside Dining Hall
Forty-Niner Shops —Long Beach, CA
- $70,304 - $72,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Sous Chef - Hillside Dining Hall
Forty-Niner Shops —Long Beach, CA
- $70,304 - $72,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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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
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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10d
Sous Chef
Hotel Fera, a DoubleTree by Hilton —Orange, CA
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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10d
Institutional Cook
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $55,099.20 - $74,131.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Basic math
- English
Chef de Cuisine
California Institute of Technology —Pasadena, CA
- $73,800 - $93,500 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Lead Cook
IS Sunset Management LLC —West Hollywood, CA
- $36.50 - $37.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Mid-level
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Lead Cook - RHC (5745)
PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) —Los Angeles, CA
- $24.78 - $30.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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8d
Lead Cook - RHC (5744)
PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) —Los Angeles, CA
- $24.78 - $30.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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8d
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
Desert Studies Lead Cook (Cook II Lead) (Barstow, CA)
California State University —Fullerton, CA
- Temporary
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
17h
AM Sous Chef
Rosemary Food Service LLC —Los Angeles, CA
- From $1,100 a week
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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8d
Lead Line Cook
Open Sesame —Long Beach, CA
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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Lead Cook (Senior Living Community)
Meridian at Anaheim Hills —Anaheim, CA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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3d
COOK SUPERVISOR (FULL AND PART TIME)
Chartwells HE —Fullerton, CA
- $26 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Cook II
ETC —Santa Monica, CA
- $33 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- English
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Lead Cook FT
American Golf Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $24 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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Lead Cook PT
American Golf Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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Sous Chef

Emvested Consulting
Los Angeles, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$34 - $36 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Food waste mitigation
Pre-cooking preparation
Teamwork
Organizational skills
Food Handler Certification

Full Job Description

Job Overview
The Original Pantry Café has served downtown Los Angeles for over a century. The Organization’s stewardship of that institution carries a responsibility to preserve its legacy while maintaining the quality and consistency that have made the restaurant a trusted destination for generations of guests.

Operating a high-volume restaurant requires strong culinary leadership, disciplined kitchen operations, and a team that can execute consistently during demanding service periods.

Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef, the Sous Chef supports the daily culinary operations of The Original Pantry Café. This role assists in supervising kitchen staff, coordinating food production, maintaining preparation standards, and ensuring efficient service execution throughout the day.

The Sous Chef works closely with kitchen leadership to ensure that menu items are prepared consistently, food safety standards are maintained, and kitchen staff operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment. This includes supporting staff supervision, assisting with scheduling and training, monitoring food preparation during service, and helping maintain the operational readiness of the kitchen.

The Original Pantry is not just a restaurant — it is a social enterprise with a mission behind it and a century of community trust in front of it. The Sous Chef helps sustain that legacy by supporting a kitchen culture focused on quality, teamwork, and professionalism while helping ensure that guests receive meals prepared with care and consistency.

Responsibilities

Culinary Operations & Food Operation

Assist in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations and food production.
Support preparation and execution of all menu items according to established recipes and standards.
Monitor kitchen workflow during service to ensure efficient and organized food production.
Assist in maintaining consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
Ensure kitchen readiness for service including prep, station organization, and staffing coordination.
Help ensure menu items are prepared and served in a timely manner during high-volume service periods.

Kitchen Staff Supervision

Provide direct supervision and guidance to cooks and kitchen staff during shifts.
Assist with training kitchen employees on recipes, preparation techniques, and kitchen procedures.
Support shift assignments and staffing coordination.
Provide coaching and operational support to kitchen staff during service periods.
Foster a professional, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen environment.
Reinforce workplace standards related to food quality, safety, and teamwork.

Kitchen Operations & Compliance

Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen and food preparation areas.
Monitor proper food handling, storage, and labeling practices.
Support enforcement of safety procedures and workplace policies within the kitchen.
Assist with maintaining kitchen equipment and reporting maintenance needs.

Inventory & Cost Management

Assist with food ordering, inventory tracking, and stock rotation.
Monitor food usage to help minimize waste and maintain cost control.
Support accurate inventory management practices.
Assist kitchen leadership in maintaining appropriate stock levels for daily operations.
Coordinate with vendors or suppliers as directed by kitchen leadership

Service Coordination

Coordinate with front-of-house leadership to support smooth service execution.
Communicate with restaurant management regarding service timing and kitchen readiness.
Address operational issues during service to maintain efficient food delivery.
Assist in adjusting kitchen workflow during peak service periods.

Collaboration & Communication

Report directly to the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef.
Work closely with kitchen and restaurant leadership to support operational goals.
Communicate staffing, inventory, and operational updates to leadership.
Assist with implementation of kitchen procedures and operational improvements.
Support initiatives that strengthen the restaurant’s quality, reputation, and mission impact.

Qualifications

Must have and maintain an active Food Handler’s Certification
Minimum 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience.
Prior experience in a supervisory or lead cook role preferred.
Experience working in high-volume restaurant environments.
Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation practices.
Ability to lead and support kitchen staff in fast-paced environments.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Commitment to food quality, teamwork, and professional kitchen standards.

Join us as a Sous Chef where your culinary expertise will shine! Bring your leadership skills, passion for food and mission, and dedication to excellence to continue the legacy. We value energetic professionals committed to continuous improvement and teamwork in a vibrant setting!

Pay: $34.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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