Top 22 Head chef Jobs in Vista, Ca

Head Sushi Chef
Scratch Restaurants Group —La Jolla, CA
- $90,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 3 years
- Continuous improvement
- Paid time off
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Head Chef- San Diego
Buona Forchetta —San Marcos, CA
- $30 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Restaurant
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Head Chef - JOEY La Jolla
JOEY Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Head Sous Chef - JOEY La Jolla
JOEY Restaurants —San Diego, CA
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Salad and Dessert Prep- San Diego
Buona Forchetta —San Marcos, CA
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Casual dining restaurant
- 5 years
- US work authorization
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Experianced Breakfast Cook/Lunch Cook
BROKEN YOLK CAFE —Carlsbad, CA
- From $21 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Communication skills
- COVID-19 protective measures
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F&B Manager - Katsuya Ko
SBE Restaurant Group LLC —San Diego, CA
- $70,304 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Word processing
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Craft Brewery Restaurant Line Cook- Part Time
Belching Beaver Brewery INC. —Oceanside, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Head Sushi Chef
Sushi Restaurant —La Jolla, CA
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Chef
Swagyu Burger —Poway, CA
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Culinary experience
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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CONCESSIONS PREP COOK - FRONTWAVE ARENA
Levy Sector —Oceanside, CA
- $17.75 - $19.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Sushi Sous Chef
Scratch Restaurants Group —La Jolla, CA
- $26 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- 401(k) matching
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Prep Cook/ Line Cook
Coyote Bar and Grill —Carlsbad, CA
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Culinary experience
- In-person
- Entry level
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Sous Chef
Dee Dee Thai Incorporated —San Diego, CA
- $55,000 - $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Line Cook
HTR LLC —Valley Center, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Restaurant
- Food Handler Certification
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Line Cook
Versailles Cafe and Pastries —Encinitas, CA
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Cleaning
- Food Handler Certification
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Culinary Coordinator
FAIRMONT —San Diego, CA
- $24.04 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Buca Restaurants Pantry Cook
JACKMONT HOSPITALITY INC —Mira Mesa, CA
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Restaurant
Prep Cook
Benihana - Temecula —Temecula, CA
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Restaurant
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Head Sushi Chef

Scratch Restaurants Group -
La Jolla, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $115,000 a year

Benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

Maintaining an organized workspace
ServSafe
Team development
Kitchen staff training
Mentoring
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing kitchen staff
ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Training
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Kitchen organization
Team building

Full Job Description

Benefits:

Paid time off
Wellness resources

Great kitchens need great leaders. That’s where you come in.

If you’re the kind of chef who leads from the front, obsesses over the details, and takes pride in building teams — you’ll fit in here.

Not because you’re perfect, but because you’re committed to excellence and the people behind it.

THE WHY

Sushi by Scratch Restaurants believes great kitchens come from great leadership.
When leaders are supported, their teams thrive — and that impact shows up in every guest’s experience.

We run organized kitchens.
We care about standards.
We communicate clearly.
We show up for our teams, day in and day out.

Our culture is professional, focused, supportive — and fun!

We believe chefs are made through mentorship, guidance, repetition, and refinement.
Everyone here is aligned toward the same goal: consistency, craft, leadership, and great hospitality.

The expectation is simple: be prepared, be respectful, and lead with pride.

THE ROLE: CHEF DE CUISINE

The CDC is the culinary heartbeat of the restaurant — responsible for standards, leadership, execution, communication, and the development of the team.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead by example with discipline, technique, professionalism, and organization
Train, mentor, and grow cooks and sous chefs
Maintain a culture of accountability, teamwork, and hospitality
Give clear, constructive feedback that builds both skill and confidence
Reinforce SBS values and daily expectations through action

Culinary Execution & Standards

Manage and execute all SBS recipes, systems, and service standards
Oversee sushi rice production, sauces, fish breakdown, storage, and rotation
Maintain consistency, precision, and flavor integrity
Ensure every bite reflects the SBS standard of intention and craft

Operations & Systems

Oversee prep lists, production timelines, and daily station readiness
Manage order guides, inventory, quality control, and cost awareness
Ensure food safety, sanitation, and DOH compliance
Run service with calm control, clarity, and strong communication
Collaborate with leadership on menu evolution and operational improvements

NON-NEGOTIABLES

6–8 years of professional kitchen experience
3+ years of kitchen management experience (Sous Chef, CDC, or equivalent)
Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine and/or sushi fundamentals
Proven ability to train, mentor, and lead diverse teams
High personal and professional standards
Clean, organized, efficient operating style
Current ServSafe Manager (or ability to obtain before starting)
Strong attention to detail, consistency, and systems
Calm, solutions-focused presence during prep and service
Comfortable leading a high-paced, detail-intensive omakase environment

THE EXTRAS WE APPRECIATE

Michelin-level or comparable high-end experience
Experience running an omakase or sushi-forward program
Guest-facing comfort or desire to engage guests during service
Strong hospitality instinct and understanding of guest energy
Jedi-level time management, communication, and organization
Natural inclination toward teaching and elevating cooks
Ability to balance high standards with empathy and clarity
Curiosity about technique, ingredients, and continuous improvement
Interest in contributing to creative development as the program evolves

COMPENSATION

$95,000–$115,000 per year, depending on experience and leadership depth.

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