Top 58 Executive chef Jobs in San Mateo Ca

Executive Chef
Millennium Hotels and Resorts —Sunnyvale, CA
- $140,000 - $150,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Executive Chef
Four Seasons —East Palo Alto, CA
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
Atria Senior Living —Foster City, CA
- $98,000 - $112,700 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Executive Chef - Senior Living
HumanGood —Los Altos, CA
- $102,000 - $125,000 a year
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef- Redwood City
Oakmont Senior Living —San Mateo, CA
- $84,000 - $90,000 a year
- Criminal background check
- Pre-employment physical examination
- Senior level
- Store discount
- COVID-19 protective measures
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Executive Chef, Clark's Menlo Park
MML Hospitality —Menlo Park, CA
- $125,000 - $130,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Bar
- Cooking
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Executive Chef
ISS —Sunnyvale, CA
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Chef De Cuisine
Tesla —Palo Alto, CA
- $76,000 - $192,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Executive Chef - Catering
Stanford University —Stanford, CA
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- ServSafe
- English
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
EXECUTIVE CHEF - PLANT-FORWARD CULINARY INNOVATION LEADER
Eurest —Palo Alto, CA
- $115,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —San Francisco, CA
- $105,600 - $186,600 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Executive Chef - Menlo School
FISD —Atherton, CA
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef - Oracle Park
Aramark —San Francisco, CA
- $130,000 - $150,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Team management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Independent Restaurant Culinary Director
Bon Appetit —South San Francisco, CA
- $130,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bar
- ServSafe
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Hummus Mediterranean Kitchen —Palo Alto, CA
- $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef, Valley Goat
Treehouse Sunnyvale, L.L.C. —Sunnyvale, CA
- $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Word processing
- Hotel
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Head Chef/Manager
Sugoi Station —San Francisco, CA
- $85,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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EXECUTIVE CHEF 1- Executive Chef 1 UC Berkeley Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Berkeley, CA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- ServSafe
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Executive Chef
Press Club / Schroeder's / Pacific Cocktail Haven / Kona's —San Francisco, CA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Commissary Executive Chef
Sodexo —Mountain View, CA
- $89,250 - $115,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Executive Chef

Millennium Hotels and Resorts -
Sunnyvale, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$140,000 - $150,000 a year

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Hotel cost control
Menu design
Kitchen health and safety standards
Financial forecasting
Food service purchasing
Food service health code compliance
Safety regulations
Labor cost analysis
Team scheduling
Food sanitation practices
High school diploma or GED
Change management
Kitchen cost control
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Food & beverage production
Production management
Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Financial performance measurement
Food ordering
Menu costing
Business operations
Financial forecasting analysis
Restaurant cost management
Crew management
Hotel operations budget management
Hotel restaurant experience
Data-driven decision making
Operations planning

Full Job Description

Hotel Name: M Social Sunnyvale
Location: Onsite – Sunnyvale, CA
Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000

Join the Team at M Social Sunnyvale

At M Social Sunnyvale, we don’t just welcome guests—we create moments, spark connections, and bring energy to every interaction. Designed for the young at heart, M Social delivers a bold and vibrant hospitality experience.

About M Social Sunnyvale

As the first ground-up M Social in the U.S., this innovative property features 263 rooms, a dynamic courtyard, and the signature Beast & Butterflies social hub. Located in Silicon Valley, the hotel blends technology, design, and social connectivity to create a unique guest experience.

As part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality leader with over 145 hotels across key destinations worldwide, our hotel is backed by a legacy of quality, consistency, and service excellence—driven by a passion for hospitality, an entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and a progressive, solutions-oriented approach."

At Millennium, we are guided by our core values:

Passion for Hospitality – Delivering meaningful and memorable guest experiences
Entrepreneurial – Taking ownership and acting with agility
Innovation & Progressive – Continuously improving how we operate and serve
Solutions & Results Oriented – Staying adaptable and focused on results

These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we create exceptional experiences for our guests and our teams.

About the Role

As our Executive Chef, you will lead all culinary operations across the property, creating exceptional dining experiences while driving culinary excellence, operational performance, and team engagement.

This role is ideal for a visionary culinary leader who combines creativity with strong business acumen and is passionate about developing talent, delivering memorable guest experiences, and building a culture of excellence.

Your Impact – Executive Leadership

You will shape the culinary vision, culture, and performance of the kitchen operations. Through innovation, leadership, and collaboration, you will elevate the guest experience while maximizing quality, efficiency, and profitability.

Your leadership will bring our values to life by creating an environment where creativity thrives, talent is developed, and exceptional results are achieved.

What You'll Be DoingLeadership & Ownership

Lead and oversee all culinary operations including restaurant, bar, banquets, catering, and in-room dining
Create and execute innovative menus aligned with the M Social brand experience
Build and sustain a high-performing and engaged culinary team
Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Operations & Execution

Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation
Maintain smooth and efficient kitchen operations
Establish and uphold standards for sanitation, food safety, and cleanliness
Develop recipes, specifications, and production procedures
Monitor labor productivity and kitchen efficiencies
Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

Guest Experience

Deliver memorable culinary experiences rooted in a passion for hospitality
Stay current with industry trends and emerging concepts
Partner with Food & Beverage leadership to create exciting promotions and activations
Respond proactively to guest feedback and opportunities

Team Collaboration

Partner closely with Food & Beverage, Catering & Conference Services, Sales, and Operations teams
Promote a culture of respect, energy, and collaboration
Support hotel initiatives and cross-functional goals

People Leadership

Recruit, coach, and develop culinary talent
Provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and development opportunities
Build succession plans and strengthen leadership bench strength
Foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous learning

Financial & Business Performance

Manage food cost, labor cost, and departmental budgets
Prepare forecasts and monitor key performance metrics
Optimize purchasing, inventory management, and waste control
Drive profitability while maintaining quality and guest satisfaction
Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to maximize value and consistency

Compliance & Standards

Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations
Ensure adherence to company policies and safety standards
Maintain accurate inventory and cost-control procedures
Uphold a culture of accountability and operational excellence

Requirements

Passion for hospitality and culinary excellence
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Creative mindset with strong attention to detail
Flexibility to work varied schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Leadership Requirements

Proven leadership experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader within hotels, resorts, or upscale hospitality environments
Demonstrated ability to drive quality, accountability, and team engagement
Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
Experience managing budgets, forecasting, labor costs, and food cost controls
Ability to lead through change, innovation, and operational growth

Technical / Role-Specific Requirements

Strong knowledge of culinary operations, banquet production, and menu development
Experience with food cost management, purchasing, and inventory controls
Knowledge of food safety regulations
Experience managing high-volume kitchen operations
Strong understanding of labor productivity and scheduling
Ability to analyze performance metrics and implement strategies to improve profitability and guest satisfaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered

Benefits

At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, we support our employees with a competitive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing and long-term success:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match (where applicable)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Hotel Room Discounts across our global portfolio
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and company policy.

Why Join Us

At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, you’re not just taking on a role—you’re joining a global organization committed to people, performance, and growth.

Whether you’re supporting operations behind the scenes or delivering service on the front line, your work contributes to a culture focused on hospitality, collaboration, and results.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow, contribute, and make an impact, we invite you to join our team.

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