Top 640 Culinary Jobs in San Diego, Ca

Executive Chef
Pinnacle Hotels and Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- From $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
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Line Cook
By The Sea —Coronado, CA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Entry level
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Line Cook
Island Prime / C-Level —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Line Cook
Coasterra —San Diego, CA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Casual dining restaurant
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Prep Cook
By The Sea —Coronado, CA
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- In-person
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Sally's Restaurant - Entry Cook
Grand Hyatt San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $31 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Paid holidays
- Adoption assistance
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Baker
Honor Bar —Del Mar, CA
- $23 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Bakery
- US work authorization
- Entry level
- Health insurance
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Full Time Private Chef
Seaside Staffing Company —Rancho Santa Fe, CA
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- In-person
- Senior level
- Paid time off
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Fine Catering Sous Chef
Local San Diego Hospitality Group —San Diego, CA
- $28 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Assistant Kitchen Manager
Salted —San Diego, CA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Salted —San Diego, CA
- $71,000 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Human resources
- Recruiting
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef
Sycuan Casino —El Cajon, CA
- $65,000 - $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Clean driving record
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pasta Cook Cucina Urbana - Up to 24.00+/hr!
Urban Kitchen Group —San Diego, CA
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Culinary Instructor
arc After School and Experiential Education —San Diego, CA
- $22 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
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Assistant Kitchen Manager
Snooze La Jolla —San Diego, CA
- $60,500 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Sanitation
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Cook
Marriott International, Inc —Coronado, CA
- $31.35 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Fair chance
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Cook I
Crescent Hotels & Resorts LLC —San Diego, CA
- $27.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hotel
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Restaurant
- Employee discount
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Steward
Marriott International, Inc —San Diego, CA
- $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Fair chance
- Restaurant
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Cook II
Crescent Hotels & Resorts LLC —San Diego, CA
- $28.40 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Hotel
- 1 year
- Employee discount
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Experienced Prep Cook - Daytime Shifts
KINDRED —San Diego, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef

Pinnacle Hotels and Restaurants
San Diego, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $85,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Mediterranean cuisine
Banquet experience
Italian cuisine
Materials management in food and beverage

Full Job Description

Executive Chef – New Italian-Inspired Restaurant

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Chef to lead the culinary program for an exciting new Italian-inspired restaurant opening late summer 2026 which will be part of the New Le Meridien San Diego Pinnacle hotel.

The Opportunity

As Executive Chef, you will serve as the creative and operational leader of the kitchen. You’ll be responsible for developing thoughtful menus, building and guiding a strong team, and establishing efficient, high-quality kitchen operations. This role also includes overseeing culinary execution for the hotel’s 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting and banquet space, ensuring consistency and excellence across all offerings.

Key Responsibilities

Designing menus that people talk about (restaurant + banquets)
Building and leading a strong, motivated kitchen team
Setting up kitchen systems, standards, and workflows from the ground up
Keeping quality, consistency, and presentation at a top-tier level
Managing food costs, inventory, and supplier relationships
Making sure everything runs clean, safe, and smooth behind the scenes

What We’re Looking For

A passionate chef with a creative edge and strong sense of ownership
Someone who thrives in a pre-opening
A natural leader who knows how to motivate and develop a team
Detail-oriented but also big-picture driven
Focused on delivering amazing food and unforgettable experiences

Qualifications

5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in an upscale casual or fine dining environment
Strong culinary foundation with expertise in Italian, French, and Western Mediterranean cuisine
Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and build high-performing teams
Experience managing budgets, food costs, and inventory
Experience overseeing hotel banquet operations in a fast-paced environment
Currently based in the San Diego area

Education & Certifications:

· Culinary degree, Red Seal, apprenticeship, or equivalent professional training preferred

If you’re excited to join a growing company and be part of this incredible opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume—we look forward to connecting with you.

Pay: From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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culinary jobs in san diego, ca

Executive Chef

Line Cook

Line Cook

Line Cook

Prep Cook

Sally's Restaurant - Entry Cook

Baker

Full Time Private Chef

Fine Catering Sous Chef

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager

Sous Chef

Pasta Cook Cucina Urbana - Up to 24.00+/hr!

Culinary Instructor

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Cook

Cook I

Steward

Cook II

Experienced Prep Cook - Daytime Shifts

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