Executive Chef Jobs in California

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Chef / Partner Opportunity at Sugar Loaf Ranch and Event Center Are you an energetic and creative chef looking for a unique opportunity to partner in developing a legacy business? Sugar Loaf Ranch...

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Executive Chef

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 16 hours ago

The Role We are searching for an Executive Chef to lead our 30–40-person culinary team in one of North County’s busiest kitchens....

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Executive Chef

  • Ivy Park
  • Monterey, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Monterey, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Executive Chef Department:Culinary Location:Monterey, CA Executive Chef for Full Scratch Kitchen Needed Pay Range: $86,500.00 - $89,000.00 Our Chefs are the creative force of our growth, the heart of...

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Chef de Cuisine

  • Rosewood Hotels & Resorts
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Meet with the Executive Chef to review schedules, assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to job performance....

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Chef De Cuisine

  • Compass Group
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Job Summary Job Summary: Key Responsibilities: Successful culinary production operation under the direction of the Executive Chef Opportunity to serve as the department head for culinary operations...

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Executive Chef

  • Hermosa Beach, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hermosa Beach, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Exec Sous Chef level) Proven ability to lead and inspire a team in fast-paced, scratch-kitchen environments Strong strategic sense: menu planning, cost control, kitchen systems...

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Restaurant Chef / Executive Kitchen Manager

  • Urban Plates
  • Pleasant Hill, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA
  • 21 hours 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. A...

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Chef de Cuisine Precita Social Now Hiring

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Culinary Agents is working with the team at Precita Social to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. Precita Social - Now Hiring: Chef de Cuisine Click here to learn more & apply...

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Executive Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 23 hours ago

The Executive Chef elevates our culinary identity, builds and leads high-performing teams, and ensures consistent excellence and profitability across all events....

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Chef de Cuisine (Plymouth)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 2 days ago

Collaborating closely with the Executive Chef, you will strategically oversee all facets of food preparation, plating, and presentation....

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We are opening our newest location of Sumo Dog in Indio and are hiring for all kitchen positions. Great pay, flexible schedule, opportunities for growth, and numerous travel opportunities for "pop...

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Head Chef

  • Lacoste
  • Tustin, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 3 days ago

Snooze Who Are We? We are Snooze, the OG brunch leaders who have never stopped flipping the script on breakfast, powered by culinary creativity, unmatched hospitality, and a passion for our...

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Chef de Cuisine (Plymouth)

  • Compass Group
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 3 days ago

Collaborating closely with the Executive Chef, you will strategically oversee all facets of food preparation, plating, and presentation....

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Kitchen Head Chef for Successful Sushi Restaurant

  • Calabasas, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Calabasas, CA
  • 5 days ago

We are currently seeking an experienced Kitchen Chef to lead the kitchen team at our high-end sushi restaurant located in the Valley. We currently operate two restaurant locations and are actively...

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Executive Chef, Sr

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 6 days ago

Levy Sector Salary: $110,000 - $115,000 Location: Levi's Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers and a premier venue for global concerts and events. Such as Super Bowl LV and FIFA World Cup 2026....

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Salary for Executive Chef Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Executive Chefs in California offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
35.1%
Bachelor's Degree
26.2%
High School or GED
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
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 California
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%