Executive Chef Jobs in La Jolla, CA

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  • Carlsbad, CA (15 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (15 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Executive Chef – (Carlsbad, CA) About Us We're a coastal culinary destination in Carlsbad, CA, offering bold flavors and a vibrant atmosphere....

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Store Manager-Chef Toys'

  • TriMark
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Chefs’ Toys (a TriMark Company) Since our founding in 1988, great people have proven to be a fundamental ingredient in the recipe for our success. Our business philosophy is to treat everyone with...

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Chef Manager

  • Versar Inc.
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Chef will be the authority to make decisions to solve the problem following company procedures related to customer satisfaction, safety, and cost....

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Executive Chef / Task Force

  • Davidson Hospitality Group
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Overview Are you a creative and dynamic Executive Chef looking for a new challenge?...

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Kitchen Supervisor

  • Sage Hospitality Resources, LLP
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Why us? Sea and Sky is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to join our team in serving guests with creativity and passion! Work Where You Belong! Welcome to Sea & Sky, Hotel La Jolla's new penthouse...

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Chef de Cuisine (FT) ("Chef de Cocina")

  • The Lodge Torrey Pines
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 1 day ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Lead and manage all aspects of The Grill in collaboration with the Executive Chef and F&B leadership team....

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PART-TIME! Kitchen Supervisor for Meal Prep Read entire post

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago

DO NOT apply without a minimum of 3yrs KITCHEN SUPERVISORY or MANAGING EXPERIENCE! APPLICATIONS WITHOUT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. See requirements below. Location: Downtown San...

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Executive Chef

  • Davidson Hospitality Group
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The ideal candidate is a motivated culinary professional with prior experience as a Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef who is ready to take the next step into an Executive Chef role....

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Executive Chef

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff....

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Restaurant - Chef / Executive Kitchen Manager (For Future Openings)

  • Urban Plates
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 6 days ago

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally....

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BoujieMana - Executive Chef

  • TCWGlobal
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Executive Chef BoujieMana San Diego, CA Title: Executive Chef Reports to: Owner Type: Full-time opportunity Location: 3545 Aero Court; San Diego CA 92123 Compensation: Commensurate with experience Range...

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Full Time - Sho Kitchen Chef De Cuisine

  • San Diego State University
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Full Time - Sho Kitchen Chef De Cuisine Date Posted: 1/21/2026 Job Code: SHOPSEDU/40400/Dining Chef De Cuisine Department: Sho Kitchen - Plaza Del Sol Address: 5500 Campanile Drive City: San Diego...

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Full Time - Training Table Restaurant Chef De Cuisine

  • San Diego State University
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Full Time - Training Table Restaurant Chef De Cuisine Date Posted: 1/21/2026 Job Code: SHOPSEDU/40400/Dining Chef De Cuisine Department: Training Table Restaurant - Sunset Plaza Address: 5500...

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Executive Chef

  • InterContinental Hotels Group
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Role Purpose As Executive Chef you'll direct all kitchen activities and prepare our delicious food - helping create memorable experiences for guests - whenever and wherever they dine....

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Chef Manager, Banquets and Catering

  • University of San Diego
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Position Title & Department: Chef Manager, Banquets and Catering; Banquets and Catering Posting # 5349 Department Description: The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our...

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Salary for Executive Chef Jobs in La Jolla, CA

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Highest Education Level

Executive Chefs in La Jolla, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
35.2%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
High School or GED
15.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.5%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
0.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executive Chefs in La Jolla, CA
4-6 years
39.3%
2-4 years
32.1%
1-2 years
10.7%
6-8 years
10.7%
10+ years
3.6%
8-10 years
3.6%


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