Top 136 Chef Jobs in San Diego, Ca

Sous Chef
The Baby Grand Coronado —Coronado, CA
- From $25 an hour
- Extended hours
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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Sous Chef
By The Sea —Coronado, CA
- $70,304 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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looking for a chef to develop our Nashville hot chicken
Bambinos pizza —San Diego, CA
- Up to $1,500 a week
- Contract
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Teaching
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2d
Experienced Chef Food Stylist
Catering Company —San Diego, CA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Team management
- In-person
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
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14d
Sous Chef
CORVETTE DINER —San Diego, CA
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Chef/Cook
Evolve Treatment Centers —La Mesa, CA
- $31 - $33 an hour
- No weekends
- School experience
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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7d
Executive Sous Chef (FT)
EVANS HOTELS LLC —San Diego, CA
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Dental insurance
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2h
Executive Chef
Rancho Bernardo Inn —San Diego, CA
- $85,500 - $157,500 a year
- Email
- Senior level
- Resort
- Employee discount
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Venue Stadium Chef
San Diego Convention Center —San Diego, CA
- $130,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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9d
Chef
Excel Sportfishing —San Diego, CA
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Culinary experience
- Mid-level
- No degree
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Head Chef
Rosemary Food Service LLC —San Diego, CA
- From $1,400 a week
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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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Sous Chef - La Jolla (Full-time + Tips Sharing)
Behind The Scenes Catering & Events —San Diego, CA
- $77,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Leadership
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4h
Chef Manager
St. Paul's Senior Services —San Diego, CA
- $69,200 - $103,800 a year
- Full-time
- Current TB test
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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1d
Chef de Cuisine
Town & Country Resort —San Diego, CA
- $100,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Senior level
- Leadership
Executive Sous Chef
Estancia La Jolla, A Noble House Hotel —La Jolla, CA
- $96,000 - $98,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Banquet Chef (FT) ("Chef de Banquetes")
EVANS HOTELS LLC —San Diego, CA
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Cleaning
- Free parking
- Dental insurance
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2h
Chef de Cuisine
Town and Country Resort —San Diego, CA
- $100,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Senior level
- Leadership
Executive Sous Chef: Exempt
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa —Rancho Santa Fe, CA
- $95,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
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Senior Restaurant Chef
Sheraton San Diego Resort —San Diego, CA
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef

The Baby Grand Coronado
Coronado, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $25 an hour

Qualifications

Food mixers
Line cook experience
Fryers
Cost control
Team development
Kitchen ovens
Kitchen cost control
Team training
Kitchen staff training
Kitchen grills
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Restaurant supply ordering
Food Handler Certification
Staff development
Team building

Full Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, energetic, and highly organized Sous Chef to join our leadership team at Nighthawk at The Baby Grand Hotel restaurant serving lunch and dinner during the week, and brunch and dinner on weekends. This is a hands-on leadership role for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about consistency, team development, and hospitality.

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef in all daily kitchen operations.

Lead and supervise kitchen staff during high-volume lunch, brunch, and dinner services.

Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to established recipes and quality standards.

Train, coach, and mentor cooks to maintain consistency and continuous improvement.

Monitor food quality, portioning, plating, and execution throughout service.

Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen environment at all times.

Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and product rotation.

Help control food cost through proper prep, portioning, and waste reduction practices.

Support scheduling, labor management, and team accountability initiatives.

Ensure compliance with all health department and company standards.

Step into station leadership roles as needed and lead by example during service.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of Sous Chef or Kitchen Management experience in a high-volume restaurant.

Proven experience managing busy lunch, brunch, and dinner services.

Strong understanding of Mediterranean cuisine and ingredients preferred.

Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop kitchen teams.

Passion for training and maintaining consistency across all menu items.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Experience with inventory management, ordering, and food cost controls.

Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.

Current Food Handler Certification; ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.

Reliable transportation is required. Coronado's unique location and bridge access make punctuality and dependable transportation essential for this position.

Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business demands.

What We're Looking For

A leader who sets the standard through action and accountability.

A team-first mentality with a commitment to developing others.

A chef who values consistency as much as creativity.

Someone who embraces high standards, fast-paced service, and continuous improvement.

A professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences through great food and strong kitchen execution.

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

•When was the last time you set out to achieve a goal and failed?

When was the last time you thought about quitting your job?
What would the name of your autobiography be?

Work Location: In person

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