Top 30 Head chef Jobs in San Francisco Ca

Sous Chef
The Mess Hall at The Presidio —San Francisco, CA
- $71,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Team management
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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7d
Head Production Chef
dnata Catering —Brisbane, CA
- $110,000 - $137,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Cooking
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Chef
Eureka —Berkeley, CA
- Full-time
- 5 years
- 21 years or older
- Driving
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef- Union Position
Grand Hyatt San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- $40.18 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Cooking
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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Opening Team at Petit Crenn Melbourne | Culinary
Crenn Dining Group —San Francisco, CA
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
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Food and Beverage Manager
San Francisco Proper Hotel —San Francisco, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
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Head Chef
Rosemary Food Service LLC —Berkeley, CA
- From $1,500 a week
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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23h
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Barrel House Tavern —Sausalito, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
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Sous Chef
International House at UC Berkeley —Berkeley, CA
- $37.01 - $38.46 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- English
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Union Sous Chef - Cook 4
Grand Hyatt San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- $30.14 - $40.18 an hour
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Opening Team at Petit Crenn Melbourne | Front of House
Crenn Dining Group —San Francisco, CA
- Multiple hires
- Bar
- Restaurant management
- Cooking
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6d
Line cook / Sous chef
ISA RESTAURANT —San Francisco, CA
- $22 - $34 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Executive Sushi Chef | Japanese Restaurant
aiTWorks —San Francisco, CA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Recruiting
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Line Cook
Haystack Pizza Inc —San Francisco, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Restaurant
- Food Handler Certification
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
Burma Love —San Francisco, CA
- $19.61 - $23.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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9d
Cook - Food Services
Health Right 360 —San Francisco, CA
- $24.02 - $25.66 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Residential
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Sous Chef
Mare Island Brewing Co. —Benicia, CA
- $68,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook
Lake Chabot Hospitality LLC —Castro Valley, CA
- $22.80 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Line Cook
Amoroma —Moraga, CA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Quality control
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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2d
Line Cook / Food Prep
Good Day Cafe —Vallejo, CA
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Restaurant
- Food Handler Certification
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
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Sous Chef

The Mess Hall at The Presidio
San Francisco, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$71,000 - $80,000 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Teamwork
Operations management
Team development
Compliance management
Team management

Full Job Description

Sous Chef

Full-time, Salaried (exempt), $71,000 - $80,000/year + Benefits

Position Summary

The Sous Chef serves as the operational leader of the kitchen, responsible for executing the culinary vision while maintaining consistency, quality, efficiency, and team accountability. This role works closely with the Head Chef to oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, supervise culinary staff, manage production, and ensure food quality and safety standards are upheld at all times.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader with experience in high-volume restaurants, hotels, commissary kitchens, or catering operations, who excels at managing teams, maintaining standards, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily kitchen operations across multiple food concepts and service periods.
Supervise, coach, and develop line cooks, prep cooks, and dish team members.
Ensure consistent execution of recipes, portions, presentation standards, and food quality.
Assist with scheduling, labor management, and productivity planning.
Support inventory control, ordering, receiving, and waste reduction initiatives.
Monitor food safety, sanitation, and health department compliance.
Participate in menu development, testing, and implementation.
Coordinate production schedules to support service volume and catering/event needs.
Act as kitchen leader in the absence of the Head Chef.
Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented kitchen culture.

Benefits

Include:

Opt-in Group Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
Employee Meals
Employee Discounts
Professional Development Opportunities

Compensation

$70,000 to $80,000 annually, DOQ and experience

Additional Compensation Eligible For:

Performance Bonus (for Full-Time Team Members)

Schedule Expectations

Full-time
Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
Schedule flexibility required during peak operating periods, special events, and private functions.

Physical Requirements

Stamina & Mobility: Ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces for entire shifts. Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and squatting are required to grab ingredients or manage equipment.

Lifting & Carrying: The physical strength to lift, carry, and transport heavy items like pots, pans, bags of produce, and supply cases ranging from 30 to 50 lbs.

About The Mess Hall at the Presidio

The Mess Hall at the Presidio is a hospitality-driven food hall and gathering place located at Presidio Tunnel Tops in San Francisco. Featuring chef-driven food concepts, specialty coffee, a full beverage program, retail offerings, and community-focused experiences, The Mess Hall is designed to celebrate exceptional food, hospitality, and connection in one of the country's most iconic public spaces.

We are committed to creating a culture built on teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and genuine hospitality while providing opportunities for growth and advancement for our employees.

Pay: $71,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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