Executive Chef Jobs in La Mesa, CA

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San Diego State University
San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
1 day 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 Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
1 day 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 Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
1 day 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 Mesa, CA)
1 day ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
1 day 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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Full Time - Sho Kitchen Chef De Cuisine San Diego State University

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
2 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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Chef de Cuisine

CoralTree Hospitality
San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
2 days ago

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

Overview Lapper Kitchen + Sports Bar is seeking an accomplished and passionate Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary vision and daily kitchen operations. This role requires a strong, hands-on...

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Full Time - Training Table Restaurant Chef De Cuisine San Diego State University

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
3 days ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
3 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 - San Diego Zoo

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
3 days ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
3 days ago

The Executive Chef is responsible for identifying, introducing, and training new culinary techniques of preparation and delivery....

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Lapper Sports Bar + Kitchen Supervisor

CoralTree Hospitality
San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
5 days ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
5 days ago

Overview Lapper Sports Bar + Kitchen is a high-energy, casual dining destination where great food, cold drinks, and fast, friendly service come together. We focus on creating a fun, welcoming...

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Executive Chef

Gaylord Hotels
Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
9 days ago

Chula Vista, CA (9 miles from La Mesa, CA)
9 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Accountable for overall success of the daily kitchen operations. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food related...

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Chef De Cuisine - Fine Dining

Sycuan Gaming Center
El Cajon, CA (7 miles from La Mesa, CA)
10 days ago

El Cajon, CA (7 miles from La Mesa, CA)
10 days ago

Job Purpose: The Chef de Cuisine is primarily responsible for managing all aspects of multiple kitchens, such as menu plans, operations, recipes, financial responsibility, portion and inventory control...

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Executive Chef - Courtyard by Marriott Little Italy Hotel

Schulte Companies
San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
17 days ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
17 days ago

Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Executive Chef to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture....

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Culinary Services Director

Sinceri Senior Living
Poway, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
30+ days ago

Poway, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
30+ days ago

planning, food delivery and sanitation in accordance with appropriate health department regulations....

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Executive Chef

Covenant Living
Spring Valley, CA (1 mile from La Mesa, CA)
60+ days ago

Spring Valley, CA (1 mile from La Mesa, CA)
60+ days ago

Experience: Minimum of three years supervisory experience as an Executive Chef or equivalent role at a high-volume restaurant. 7+ years experience managing high volume and fast paced commercial kitchens...

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Chef De Cuisine

SDCM Restaurant Group
San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
60+ days ago

San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
60+ days ago

Constantly communicate with GM and Executive Chef to keep record of staff, training, service, and food issues dealt with during shift....

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Demographic Data for La Mesa, CA

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Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in La Mesa, CA

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National

Total Population

74,708

Number of Businesses

2,227

City Size

Medium

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Salary for Executive Chef Jobs in La Mesa, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Executive Chefs in La Mesa, CA offer the following education background

Associate's Degree

35.1%

Bachelor's Degree

26.2%

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 Mesa, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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