Top 1812 Kitchen 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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Prep Cook
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings —San Diego, CA
- $16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- US work authorization
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
Executive Chef
Pinnacle International Hotels & Resorts —San Diego, CA
- From $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Restaurant management
- Cooking
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Line Cook / Prep Cook - JOEY La Jolla
JOEY Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- $17.75 - $30.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Restaurant General Manager
Mission Valley Breakfast Company —San Diego, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Bar
- Google Workspace
- Casual dining restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cafe Manager
The Mission Bay Beach Club —San Diego, CA
- $71,000 - $81,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef
Nolita Hall —San Diego, CA
- $25 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Grill Cook
Confidential —San Diego, CA
- $23 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pantry Cook
Confidential —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- In person
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Line Cook
Mister A's Restaurant —San Diego, CA
- $20.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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DORA RISTORANTE - AM PREP/LINE COOK
DORA RISTORANTE —La Jolla, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Baker
LuckyBolt —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Bakery
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Draft Line cook
BELMONT PARK ENTERTAINMENT LLC —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $32 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- US work authorization
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Food Runner Busser
The Baby Grand Coronado —Coronado, CA
- $17.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Bar
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Pastry Cook
The Henry —Coronado, CA
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Culinary Supervisor
Sodexo —San Diego, CA
- $26.50 - $30.00 an hour
- Online Application
- ServSafe
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
14d
Dishwasher
Bosforo Restaurant Bar —San Diego, CA
- $23.12 - $27.85 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Busser
Lazy Dog Family LLC —San Diego, CA
- $17.75 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Restaurant
- Food Handler Certification
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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STARBUCKS/BARISTA
Ralphs —San Diego, CA
- $17.95 - $24.57 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Adults
8d
Dishwasher
Sodexo —San Diego, CA
- $22.50 an hour
- Part-time
- No high school diploma
- High school diploma or GED
- Food service
- Paid holidays
- Health 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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kitchen jobs in san diego, ca

Executive Chef

Prep Cook

Executive Chef

Line Cook / Prep Cook - JOEY La Jolla

Restaurant General Manager

Cafe Manager

Junior Sous Chef

Lead Grill Cook

Pantry Cook

Line Cook

DORA RISTORANTE - AM PREP/LINE COOK

Baker

Draft Line cook

Food Runner Busser

Pastry Cook

Culinary Supervisor

Dishwasher

Busser

STARBUCKS/BARISTA

Dishwasher

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