Top 23 Banquet chef 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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Banquet Chef
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa —Rancho Santa Fe, CA
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- English
- Mid-level
- On-the-job training
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Sous Chef
Nolita Hall —San Diego, CA
- $70,304 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Inventory management
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Banquet Chef
University Club San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $28 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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5d
Banquet Sous Chef
Wyndham San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $70,304 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Military
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Disability insurance
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Executive Banquet Chef - Hotel del Coronado, A Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton —Coronado, CA
- $110,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Pastry Sous Chef
Urban Kitchen Group —San Diego, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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5d
Chef
The Boil Daddy San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Casual dining restaurant
- Culinary experience
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
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Banquet Chef
Troon —Poway, CA
- $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Continuous improvement
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Executive Chef - Alma San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Alma San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel —San Diego, CA
- $91,000 - $114,000 a year
- 6 years
- Customer service
- Hotel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
FAIRMONT —San Diego, CA
- $29.14 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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SOUS CHEF
The Wild Thyme Company —San Diego, CA
- $70,304 - $73,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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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
1d
Event Chef SD $22/hr to $24/hr
Rollin Hero —San Diego, CA
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Entry level
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Banquet Chef - Maderas Golf Club
Sunroad Automotive —Poway, CA
- $26 - $27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Pastry Chef | Full-Time | SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment —San Diego, CA
- $23.50 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Writing skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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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The Inn At Rancho Santa Fe - Sous Chef OEM
Evolution Hospitality —Rancho Santa Fe, CA
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
4d
Cook/Manager
Denny's —San Ysidro, CA
- $17.85 - $19.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- In-person
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7d
Cook, Lead - Ballast Point -
Ballast Point Brewing Company —San Diego, CA
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
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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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banquet chef jobs in san diego ca

Executive Chef

Banquet Chef

Sous Chef

Banquet Chef

Banquet Sous Chef

Executive Banquet Chef - Hotel del Coronado, A Curio Collection by Hilton

Pastry Sous Chef

Chef

Banquet Chef

Executive Chef - Alma San Diego, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Sous Chef

SOUS CHEF

Executive Sous Chef

Event Chef SD $22/hr to $24/hr

Banquet Chef - Maderas Golf Club

Pastry Chef | Full-Time | SeaWorld San Diego

Senior Restaurant Chef

The Inn At Rancho Santa Fe - Sous Chef OEM

Cook/Manager

Cook, Lead - Ballast Point -

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