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Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Competitive salary Positions could be full time or part time Executive Chef pay range is $70,000-85,000 salary Sous Chef pay range is $19-26 per hour plus tips. The position could be salaried for the right person.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Employee discounts, • Flexible schedule, • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation Responsibilities: • Create according to head chefs direction, • Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment, • Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner, • Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members, • Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary, • Follow all food safety regulationsQualifications:, • Previous experience as a chef or cook, • ServeSafe or Food Handlers Certification, • Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure, • Excellent time management skills, • Strong leadership skills

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation Duties and Responsibilities: • Create menus according to season and customer research, • Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment, • Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner, • Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members, • Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary, • Follow all food safety regulations, • Participate in daily kitchen opening and closing procedures, • Performs other duties as assigned by the head chef or management Qualifications:, • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, • ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification, • Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes, • Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure, • Excellent time management skills, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds

Job DescriptionSet schedule Monday - Friday 6:00AM - 2:30PM Prep Cooks perform various food preparation, cooking and cleaning tasks to ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering dishes for patrons. Their duties and responsibilities include: • Completing all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef or other kitchen manager, • Labeling and stocking all ingredients on easily accessible shelves, • Washing, chopping and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables and meats, • Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients, • Parboiling food, reducing sauces and starting first steps in various dishes, • Cleaning dishes, washing cooking utensils and cookware, taking out the trash and sanitizing kitchen, • Adhering to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards, • Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to order resupply

Job Description Salad and Dessert Prep Cook We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Salad and Dessert Prep Cook to join our team at our vibrant casual dining restaurant. In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing fresh salads, desserts and side dishes with precision, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. A minimum of 5 years of experience in high volume restaurants is required. If you're passionate about food, enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen, and have a strong attention to detail, we’d love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: • Prepare salads, desserts and side dishes according to standardized recipes and customer specifications., • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area at all times., • Ensure that all ingredients are fresh and of the highest quality., • Monitor food inventory and communicate ingredient needs to the chef., • Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines., • Work efficiently and collaboratively with a team., • Previous experience in a kitchen environment, preferably in a prep or salad station role., • A strong passion for food preparation and presentation., • A solid understanding of food safety and cleanliness practices., • Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Compensation: $20-$22/hour E-Verify Statement: We are an E-Verify employer. All applicants hired will be verified through the E-Verify system to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Additional Information: This is a tipped position, and we offer a supportive and dynamic work environment. If you're excited to contribute to a positive dining experience and be part of our talented kitchen team, apply today!

Similar Career Fields Include: Sous Chef, Head Cook, Food Preparation Work.

Job Description • Are you a hardworking, service-minded leader with a real passion for the hospitality industry?, • Are you looking to take a step towards building your restaurant manager career, instead of just working a job?, • We need extraordinary leaders like you to apply for this upscale casual restaurant management position in La Jolla, CA As a Restaurant Sous Chef, your experience and leadership skills will head up some of the nation’s leading restaurant venues and staff, while building a strong team of your own and continuing to advance your restaurant career. From daily operations to marketing and sales, we have opportunities for career growth waiting for you. • You will own the responsibilities for the restaurant staff in daily tasks, training, and developing them into assets of your team., • Use creativity and communication to build a loyal customer base, and increase sales., • You will also be responsible for typical restaurant manager duties including creating a safe working environment for your employees and customers. Outstanding Benefits • Health Benefits, • Industry Standard Work Week, • Attainable Bonus Program, • $62K - $72K Salary + $6k Bonus, • Equal Opportunity Employer Key Responsibilities: • Practice safety as priority #1 for your restaurant team and customers, • Maintain a high ratio of return customers through great service, • Oversee guest services and resolve issues, • Coach and develop restaurant employees to build a cohesive team, • Promote, demonstrate, and lead a memorable customer restaurant experience You will: • Have a minimum of 2 years in Restaurant Management, • Show success in previous positions, • Be physically fit and able to regularly walk, climb, crouch, and move up to 50 pounds at a time, • Be able to thrive in a quick-paced environment, • Demonstrate outstanding leadership, communication, and training, • Have a stable work history Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you! Apply today!

Job DescriptionCompany Description Breathe deeply, dream wildly, and discover a soulful sanctuary where finding yourself comes naturally. Magic sits around every corner and within every conversation. It enchants through the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon and the sunshine of San Diego. It’s where classic meets cool, the fine unwinds into fun, and inspiration leads to immersion. Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in nature, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison. Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego. What is in it for you: • Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family, • Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills, • Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, • Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit., • Rate of Pay: $24.04/hour USDJob Description, • Responsible for managing E-Mails, Tasks, and Calendars for the Executive Chef and Director of Food & Beverage., • Responsible for printing out, updating and positing the information that is needed for the chef’s communication board, daily, weekly, monthly. See list., • Responsible for completing and ensure the accuracy of T&A for the culinary division to meet payroll timelines, • Responsible for entering the appropriate information into the Food costing tracker sheet on a daily bases, so the Exec Chef has an accurate food cost up to date, • Responsible for joining the engineering & stewarding walk with Chef and team. Recording identified items that need to be action and update punch lists., • Send a copy of the updated punch list to engineering and stewarding dept. by the following days end or earlier. Ensure we are saving a copy of each weeks punch list. There should be should 4 punch list per month, • Responsible for Eco sure temperature records from all kitchens. Every Tuesday collect and/ or follow up with head of culinary outlets and file the Eco sure temperature record logs into the binder in the chef’s office. Updated weekly., • Assist with Birch street recipe catalogue; recipes given to you by the Exec Chef, exec sous chef and sous chefs entered into birch street recipe platform, ensure all ingredients in recipe are linked to the birch street inventory of products with accurate pricing to produce an accurate food cost for the recipe., • Responsible for proactively completing culinary projects within the given time frames, given to you by the Exec Chef and/or Exec Sous Chef, • Assist with development and growth plans by coordinating the completion of employee performance reviews, • Assist the leaders with recruitment and departure items., • Creating power point presentations for departmental meetings, scheduling departmental, • Contribute and focus on the daily growth of the operation through awareness and understanding of LQA, EES, Forbes, Ecosure and Fairmont Grand Del Mar Standards, • Work in conjunction with the Executive Chef, Food & Beverage Director and Outlet Chef on promotions, menus, and special events., • All other F&B projects as defined.Qualifications, • Team player with strong initiative, a calm demeanor and professional approach., • Previous work experience on computers and experience with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, • Must have strong organizational and prioritization skills with previous administrative work experience., • Strong business communication skills (composing faxes, letters) are necessary., • Must be able to work effectively unsupervised and meet deadlines., • Operational experience with Birchstreet is an asset., • Previous payroll administration experience would be an asset., • Previous background in a Food & Beverage environment and a strong understanding of the demands of a large quantity kitchen environment would be an asset., • A post-secondary education in Hospitality Management would be an asset. Additional Information Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

Job Description Join the Buona Forchetta Family ???? San Diego, CA | Full Time | E-Verify Employer ???? $30–$38 per hour, based on experience At Buona Forchetta, where Italian tradition meets San Diego soul, we serve more than just Neapolitan-style pizza and housemade pasta — we serve joy. As part of our dedication to culinary excellence, we are searching for a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen with heart, precision, and creativity. Who You Are: You’re a proven culinary leader with at least 10 years of experience in high-volume kitchens, a deep respect for traditional Italian cuisine, and a passion for managing teams with integrity and enthusiasm. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are always looking to elevate both the menu and the morale of your kitchen. Responsibilities: * Ensure all kitchen operations meet Buona Forchetta’s high standards of quality, hygiene, and cleanliness * Manage inventory, control stock levels, and handle supplier relationships to ensure top-quality ingredients * Oversee our ghost kitchen operations and ensure consistency in off-site orders * Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate necessary repairs * Collaborate with the General Manager on staffing issues, including attendance, scheduling, and disciplinary actions * Develop new dishes in line with Buona Forchetta’s culinary vision * Create and manage weekly kitchen schedules tailored to seasonal restaurant needs * Lead by example and foster a supportive, team-focused kitchen culture * Ensure guests enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience, every time Requirements: * Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Chef in high-volume restaurants * Proven leadership and team management skills * Strong understanding of inventory, ordering, and kitchen equipment maintenance * Experience developing seasonal menus and new recipes within brand guidelines * Familiarity with ghost kitchen models a plus * E-Verify participation required Why Work With Us? Buona Forchetta isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a family. From our first location in South Park to our growing family of trattorias, we value community, consistency, and a shared love of food. You’ll join a team that believes in working hard, supporting each other, and making guests feel right at home. Ready to bring your culinary expertise to one of San Diego’s most beloved Italian restaurants? Apply today and become part of the Buona Forchetta legacy.

Gecko Hospitality - 25/hour - 26/hour [Kitchen Supervisor / Cook] As a Sous Chef at Gecko Hospitality, you'll: Oversee kitchen operations and assist the head chef in menu planning; Manage inventory and ensure quality control of ingredients; Train and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high culinary

Job Description Executive Chef ( ) Location: San Diego, USA Opening Date: 2026 Responsibilities: - Lea

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation Duties and Responsibilities: • Create menus according to season and customer research, • Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment, • Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner, • Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members, • Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary, • Follow all food safety regulations, • Participate in daily kitchen opening and closing procedures, • Performs other duties as assigned by the head chef or management Qualifications:, • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, • ServeSafe or Food Handlers Certification, • Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes, • Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure, • Excellent time management skills, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds