Chef Jobs in Pleasanton, CA

Full-time Private Chef in Palo Alto! Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM Compensation and Benefits: Monday through Friday salary starting at $130,000 annually. Monthly healthcare stipend. Two weeks of paid time off (aligned with family's vacation schedule). Mandated sick time. Opportunity to take additional time off during family travel periods (e.g., Holidays, Thanksgiving, and summer vacations aligned with the school calendar). Duties: Chef will prepare vegetarian lunch and dinner daily, as well as meal prepping for school lunches and after-school snacks. Chef will be expected to create visually appealing and flavorful vegetarian dishes while following traditional family recipes and introducing creative variations. Additionally, the chef will maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen to ensure a well-kept cooking space. Requirements: Chef must have long-term professional experience specializing in South Indian cuisine, along with a basic knowledge of North Indian dishes. The ideal candidate should have experience preparing a variety of vegetarian international cuisine and be capable of creating diverse and flavorful meals. Chef must be calm, respectful, and willing to receive and incorporate feedback. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently are essential, along with maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen. Job ID 10462

Fantastic opportunity to work in Northern CA at a destination luxury resort. We seek an Executive Sous Chef with strong cutting edge, creative skills and experience working with local purveyors to maintain the highest quality food and restaurant standards. You'll be responsible for culinary operations at this Forbes rated resort and work closely with the Executive Chef. Must have prior high luxury level experience at a hotel or resort property.

Full-Time, Salary & Benefits Salary: $75K/Year Benefits: Medical + Leadership Training Role The Sous Chef will support the Chef de Cuisine with leading and managing the kitchen in a highly anticipated new contemporary Chinese restaurant in the heart of San Francisco. The Sous Chef will be comfortable working under pressure in a fast moving and high volume environment, executing a range of daily tasks-ensuring a kitchen that produces exemplary food whilst simultaneously fostering a healthy, sustainable and warm environment for the kitchen team. Leading the team with compassion, standing in integrity, and being authentic in what you say and do will contribute to the overall success of the restaurant. Responsibilities: Work together with the Chef de Cuisine in managing the kitchen to ensure all prep and execution of service is in line with the high-level standards set by the restaurant Collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine in new dish creations, costing, and implementation of menus Be a mentor for all kitchen team, assisting in their training and development which includes training on the preparation, arrangement, and plating of dishes as well as regularly scheduled one on ones with team members Support the Chef de Cuisine with all scheduling, daily ordering and labor control keeping in line with budget and target margins Integral to all team communications including: kitchen meetings, all-team meetings, feedback, training, scheduling, etc. Uphold the highest standards of food safety, food handling, and sanitation requirements in order to ensure the health and safety of team and guests Compassionate Leadership - Along with the Core Team Members, lead the team with compassion, empathy and care in order to create and maintain a healthy, sustainable and warm culture for all Qualities Expected: Be familiar with international cuisine and different ethnic cuisines; knowledge of Asian cuisine is beneficial but not necessary as long as there is a desire to learn Detail-oriented candidate that thrives in a high volume, dynamic environment Passionate about training and development of their team Exceptional communication and organizational skills Financial acumen is necessary to support team in maintaining and meeting targets Driven, pro-active individual that holds themself to the utmost standards Benefits Option to Opt-In to Medical Insurance Compassionate Leadership Training Wellness Practices for All-Team Members Bonus Structure How to Apply: Send CV to ************************* We look forward to learning more about you and will be in touch if your skillset and desire to learn align with the restaurant. Thank you for applying!

$80,000 - $90,000 + Bonus Join this upscale-casual, full-service restaurant with bar, offering outstanding Mediterranean cuisine. COMPANY Local restaurant group with 2 restaurants and plans for growth Strong leadership with clear direction Highly skilled and experienced team with very low management turnover BENEFITS & FEATURES: Great, well-functioning management team Outstanding cuisine you can be proud of Highly competitive salary 10% Bonus Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 2 weeks paid vacation YOUR ROLE WITH THE COMPANY: The Executive Sous Chef/Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef with managing the kitchen staff, labor and food costs, production, quality and presentation. Primary duties and responsibilities include: Supervise, train, and coach kitchen staff Manage food production Support the Executive Chef with scheduling, ordering, inventory, quality, presentation Ensure safety and sanitation compliance Other duties as dictated by Executive Chef in order to run smooth operations BACKGROUND PROFILE: 2+ Years experience as an Executive Sous Chef/Sous Chef (or comparable role) for an upscale-casual or fine-dining restaurant Experience with upscale local or regional restaurant groups is preferred Able to work under pressure with ease, especially during very busy meal periods Display strong interpersonal and organizational skills Loyal and passionate about service Local candidates highly preferred EOE - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Portola Valley, CA $100,000-$175,000 DOE Family in search of an experienced Private Chef to cater to the culinary needs of a family of four in San Francisco. The family is dedicated to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, preferring all-organic meals free from plastics or preservatives. Additionally, the household maintains a fragrance-free environment, requiring the candidate to refrain from wearing any scented products. Schedule M-F, 11am-7pm. Responsibilities: Craft nutritious and flavorful meals that align with the family's dietary preferences, utilizing only the freshest organic ingredients. Shop for groceries at local farmers markets, Whole Foods, and trusted butcher shops to ensure the highest quality ingredients are used in meal preparation. Occasionally prepare and store meals for the weekend to ensure convenience and continuity of the family's dietary regimen Qualifications: Proven experience as a Private Chef, preferably in a similar household setting. Strong culinary skills with a focus on healthy, organic cooking techniques. Familiarity with sourcing and selecting premium ingredients from reputable local vendors.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000 Annually City Experiences is seeking a Executive Chef for our operation in San Francisco and Berkeley. About You: This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences' RESPECT Service System. About the Opportunity: The City Executive Chef will successfully manage back-of-the-house cruise execution to ensure consistently high levels of quality, service, sanitation, and guest satisfaction while maintaining a high level of profitability. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Cruise Execution Manage back-of-the-house staff, including recruitment, training, coaching/discipline, and retention Ensure effective execution of each cruise (back-of-the house only) according to the specifications of the Product Management Guide so that guests receive a quality, seamless experience on each cruise. Specifically: Direct the efforts of the kitchen staff Ride cruises to observe & coach sous chef and Kitchen Supervisors on effective preparation & management skills Identify and deliver skills training needs for all kitchen staff Work with each kitchen management team member monthly to evaluate performance/skills and provides necessary coaching Rotate as kitchen shift manager on cruises as needed and ensures adherence to procedures detailed in the Product Management Guide Ensure that all staff consistently follows and adheres to all health department sanitation codes and requirements thereby maintaining the Company's strict standards of sanitation Establish department priorities and execute against them based on long-term vision Work with Food & Beverage Director(s) to develop all kitchen budgets according to company guidelines Maintain close liaison between the kitchen and other departments including the front-of-the house Recommend and execute approved programs that improve the level of service and product quality Execute other projects as assigned by management Kitchen Team Management Recruit new kitchen staff when necessary to fill vacant positions Deliver training of all new kitchen staff Schedule kitchen staff according to staffing matrix Adhere to Company's performance management guidelines for all discipline and termination situations Recommend appropriate compensation packages within company guidelines Provide and direct development/career growth plans for each kitchen staff members Provide performance reviews of all full-time kitchen staff Recommend the promotion of kitchen staff members Develop positive working relationships with other department heads and peers Develop strong teamwork within the staff Help develop and execute shipmate incentive programs Guest Service Resolve guest service issues, in conjunction with the on-duty Restaurant Manager, utilizing strong guest service skills and exercising diplomacy in keeping with company objective of guest retention Implement and maintain effective safety programs in conjunction with the Operations Department Maintain high standards of sanitation in accordance with Company standards and in accordance with health department codes & requirements Administration Monitor and control all costs associated with the kitchen operation of the city in accordance with budget, including but not limited to, labor and food costs Ensure adequate stock by conducting accurate inventories Purchase all food products and cleaning supplies according to established procedures. Ensure timely delivery so adequate stock is available when needed Recommend cost savings that are consistent with company objectives Process all invoices in a timely manner to maximize corporate rebate program Administer payroll system including scheduling, checking, transmitting and processing Maintain food, suppliers and equipment purchasing systems, which ensure maximum quality, least cost and high reliability Schedule kitchen staff work periods to achieve maximum payroll efficiency Ensure that all states and local health requirements are met onboard and that all shipmates are familiar with these requirements Purchases all Headquarters specified items Responsible for overall food quality reporting for the city Other duties as assigned Requirements & Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required Minimum of ten (10) years of total kitchen experience in full-service/banquet, high volume environment required Five (5) years' kitchen management experience plus either minimum two (4) years' formal culinary training or two (4) years' additional kitchen experience in a full-service/banquet, high volume environment Knowledge of health department sanitations codes & requirements Must have ServSafe Certification Proper food handling & preparation procedures Ability to read, write, and speak English to comprehend and communicate job functions Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form Able to manage multiple priorities/tasks, work in a fast-paced environment, and consistently meet deadlines Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Finger/hand dexterity in order to operate food machinery Grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise move goods weighing a maximum of 200 lbs. on a continuous schedule Able to work in confined spaces and perform duties within extreme temperature ranges Stand, walk, and/or sit continuously perform essential functions for an extended period of time Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations, distinguish product, taste, texture and presentation and observe preparation Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications (especially Word & Excel & Outlook) About Us: City Experiences' passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you're an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you. The RESPECT Service System embodies City Experiences' mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader. The Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law. Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. #priority-acq

About us Local Kitchens is a fast-casual restaurant brand transforming the industry by pioneering a new category of dining. Through collaborations with award-winning chefs and culinary influencers, we offer a menu of exclusive, globally-inspired dishes featuring bold flavors and high-quality ingredients-all in a dining experience that's both convenient and affordable. Founded in 2020 by former DoorDash co-founders Jon Goldsmith and Andrew Munday, Local Kitchens was built on a mission to bring communities together through food. Since then, the brand has grown to 13 locations across the Bay Area, with plans to expand into Southern California this spring. Annual Pay Cap: $90,000 Key Responsibilities About the Role We are seeking an R&D Chef to lead menu innovation and recipe development for our expanding culinary operations. This role is perfect for a chef who thrives on creativity, understands fast-casual dining, and can translate bold flavors into scalable, executable dishes across multiple locations. Key Responsibilities Menu & Recipe Development - Create and test innovative menu items that align with our brand identity and customer preferences. Executive Tastings - Organize and lead tastings for our executive team, presenting new dishes with clear culinary rationale. Multi-Unit Recipe Standardization - Write, document, and refine recipes to ensure consistency across multiple locations. Cuisine Expertise - Be well-versed in diverse cuisines and global flavors, understanding how to adapt them for a fast-casual concept. Training & Implementation - Train kitchen teams on new recipes, techniques, and execution standards to ensure quality and consistency. Ingredient Sourcing & Costing - Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to source quality ingredients while optimizing food costs. Operational Feasibility - Work closely with Operations to ensure new dishes can be executed efficiently at scale. Culinary Leadership - Bring a strong culinary point of view and passion for making food that is not only delicious but also operationally sound What We're Looking For 3+ years of experience in restaurant R&D, menu development, or a similar role. Professional kitchen experience, preferably in fast-casual, QSR, or multi-unit operations. Deep understanding of recipe writing, food costing, and operational execution at scale. Strong training and leadership skills, with the ability to guide kitchen teams through new menu rollouts. Passion for bold flavors, high-quality ingredients, and innovative cooking techniques. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.

A lovely family near San Francisco, CA is seeking an experienced, creative, and sophisticated part-time chef. The schedule is flexible for the right candidate, with the ideal general schedule as Monday through Friday, 2pm-7pm. The chef will be responsible for cooking dinner on-site, in-residence, and prepping some snacks, breakfasts, and weekend meals to leave in the fridge as well. The family enjoys meat proteins, and plant based proteins, and is looking for a chef who can create very sophisticated meals across the board. They would like someone who can use healthy vegetable ingredients in creative, interesting, and sophisticated ways, while also incorporating family favorites. They enjoy all cuisines, especially Mexican, Asian, and American, and value high-quality ingredient-forward meals, with an emphasis on healthy eating. Responsibilities Cooking dinner on-site for the principals and children. The family frequently has guests, so you must be comfortable cooking for additional people during those times Mom prefers to do the grocery shopping, but asks that chef helps create a menu and ingredient list Preparing breakfasts, snacks, and desserts to be left in the fridge, as well as occasional weekend meals Helping keep inventory to keep the pantry and fridge stocked and organized Maintaining a tidy and organized kitchen Working flexible hours on occasion if the family has an event Qualifications The ideal candidate is warm and family-friendly Team player and good communicator Familiar with many cuisines and sourcing fresh ingredients No ego - open to feedback and collaboration Experience with organic, low inflammation meals Background in creating healthy meals Requirements Experience in private homes Longevity in roles Ability to create sophisticated and creative meals Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Comfortable around children Must be legal to work in the US Must be organized in the kitchen Easy personality to interact with Professional and flexible Salary and Benefits Pay is competitive and based on experience, with an hourly rate ranging from at $60-$80+

A lovely family near San Francisco, CA is seeking an experienced, creative, and sophisticated part-time chef. The schedule is flexible for the right candidate, with the ideal general schedule as Monday through Friday, 2pm-7pm. The chef will be responsible for cooking dinner on-site, in-residence, and prepping some snacks, breakfasts, and weekend meals to leave in the fridge as well. The family enjoys meat proteins, and plant based proteins, and is looking for a chef who can create very sophisticated meals across the board. They would like someone who can use healthy vegetable ingredients in creative, interesting, and sophisticated ways, while also incorporating family favorites. They enjoy all cuisines, especially Mexican, Asian, and American, and value high-quality ingredient-forward meals, with an emphasis on healthy eating. Responsibilities Cooking dinner on-site for the principals and children. The family frequently has guests, so you must be comfortable cooking for additional people during those times Mom prefers to do the grocery shopping, but asks that chef helps create a menu and ingredient list Preparing breakfasts, snacks, and desserts to be left in the fridge, as well as occasional weekend meals Helping keep inventory to keep the pantry and fridge stocked and organized Maintaining a tidy and organized kitchen Working flexible hours on occasion if the family has an event Qualifications The ideal candidate is warm and family-friendly Team player and good communicator Familiar with many cuisines and sourcing fresh ingredients No ego - open to feedback and collaboration Experience with organic, low inflammation meals Background in creating healthy meals Requirements Experience in private homes Longevity in roles Ability to create sophisticated and creative meals Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Comfortable around children Must be legal to work in the US Must be organized in the kitchen Easy personality to interact with Professional and flexible Salary and Benefits Pay is competitive and based on experience, with an hourly rate ranging from at $60-$80+

Looking for Primary or Extra Income on a flexible schedule based on your availability? Do you want to make a real impact by sharing your great cooking with families too busy to prepare their own food by cooking in their homes? Then you're perfect for the Foodom chefs community! Cooking on the Foodom platform is enjoying your own Mobile /Private food business, without the hassle of finding customers, creating menus, shopping lists, logistics, delivery, and customer service. Like many other chefs on our platform, you can earn $100- $300 Avg per meal prep appointment and tips, pursuing your passion on a flexible schedule and in a private environment, while letting Foodom handle all the frustrating back-end work. This is a 1099 independent contractor position and the amount of work you get is dependent on your location, and availability, expanding as you build up new and regular customers. Who We're Looking for: We're looking for enthusiastic and aspiring food professionals who want to make their cooking skills work for them. If you're an experienced line cook, sous chef, chef de partie, or head chef looking to get into private, mobile chef work with more flexibility in your schedule don't hesitate to apply. This opportunity is NOT a single client, live-in, or salaried role. This is also not a management position. This IS a hands-on Mobile private chef, cooking opportunity working directly with home clients. Responsibilities: Connect directly with clients to cook meals at their homes on a regular basis and for small gatherings Represent your food business with the utmost professionalism Prepare all of the dishes on our website Work to create a memorable experience for all clientele Accommodate special nutrition and diet needs when needed Qualifications: 6+ years of previous experience in primarily cooking, catering or culinary arts Passion for cuisine and cooking techniques Self-motivated and efficient Customer-centered and personable Comfortable working on an online service platform and handling online bookings We're excited to help and support you in becoming your own boss!

Our client, a private family in Atherton, California, is seeking an experienced Private Chef specializing in Asian cuisine. The family consists of four members: two school-age children and two adults. The ideal candidate will be able to create nutritious and delicious meals, focusing on traditional Asian flavors and ingredients. The family is open to live-in candidates, with a separate guest room available. Responsibilities: Design daily, weekly, and monthly menus, incorporating Asian cuisine tailored to the family's tastes and nutritional needs. Source fresh, high-quality ingredients from local markets, ensuring seasonal availability and authenticity. Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Ensure meals are balanced, nutritious, and tailored to the preferences and dietary needs of the children and adults. Manage kitchen inventory, including stocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness. Work closely with the family to accommodate specific food preferences or dietary adjustments when needed. Occasionally assist with special events or entertaining guests. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of experience specializing in Asian cuisine. Fluent in Mandarin, Wu, Xiang, Hakka, or Cantonese is required. Extensive knowledge of Asian ingredients, cooking techniques, and traditional dishes. Previous experience in a private household is preferred. Must pass a background check and provide verifiable references. Work Schedule: 6 days per week Please note: If you are not local to the area or do not have ties to the area, please do not apply. If you do not have experience cooking Asian cuisine, please do not apply.

Fantastic opportunity to work in Northern CA at a destination luxury resort. We seek an Executive Sous Chef with strong cutting edge, creative skills and experience working with local purveyors to maintain the highest quality food and restaurant standards. You'll be responsible for culinary operations at this Forbes rated resort and work closely with the Executive Chef. Must have prior high luxury level experience at a hotel or resort property.

$100,000 - $120,000 + Bonus This local hospitality group is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the opening of an exciting new fast-casual restaurant and bar location. Offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunity for growth. DESCRIPTION: The Executive Chef is responsible for managing all operations of the kitchen to achieve stated objectives in food quality, costs, employee retention, training, and sanitation. Key Responsibilities Spearhead the launch and success of a new fast-casual restaurant and bar location Design and develop a creative, high-quality menu and recipes tailored to the brand's vision Oversee every aspect of the kitchen's operations, including establishing and maintaining SOP's Optimize staff scheduling, productivity, and overall kitchen operations to maintain labor costs within budget while consistently meeting or exceeding food and labor financial targets Monitor and optimize food costs by managing portion control, waste reduction, and efficient use of ingredients Recruit skilled culinary staff and provide comprehensive training to ensure high standards Foster a positive and professional kitchen environment conducive to skill development and high performance Oversee the ordering of supplies and maintain proper inventory control levels Work closely with the General Manager and Director of Operations to ensure the culinary and service aspects of the restaurant operate seamlessly BENEFITS: Medical and Dental insurance paid 100% 401K + company match Unlimited vacation Bonus eligible Shift meals Reserved parking Possible relocation assistance Desired Skills & Experience: 2+ years of experience as an Executive Chef for a $4M+ fast-casual, stadium, or hotel restaurant Experience in managing high-volume kitchen operations required Spanish speaking skills to effectively manage and communicate to staff required Exceptional leadership skills, fostering a positive and productive team environment Proven experience in R&D for menu innovation and recipe creation Strong financial, budgetary, communication, and interpersonal skills Entrepreneurial ownership-minded individual with a passion for building and growing concept Local candidates highly preferred EOE - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

About us Local Kitchens is a fast-casual restaurant brand transforming the industry by pioneering a new category of dining. Through collaborations with award-winning chefs and culinary influencers, we offer a menu of exclusive, globally-inspired dishes featuring bold flavors and high-quality ingredients-all in a dining experience that's both convenient and affordable. Founded in 2020 by former DoorDash co-founders Jon Goldsmith and Andrew Munday, Local Kitchens was built on a mission to bring communities together through food. Since then, the brand has grown to 13 locations across the Bay Area, with plans to expand into Southern California this spring. Annual Pay Cap: $90,000 Key Responsibilities About the Role We are seeking an R&D Chef to lead menu innovation and recipe development for our expanding culinary operations. This role is perfect for a chef who thrives on creativity, understands fast-casual dining, and can translate bold flavors into scalable, executable dishes across multiple locations. Key Responsibilities Menu & Recipe Development - Create and test innovative menu items that align with our brand identity and customer preferences. Executive Tastings - Organize and lead tastings for our executive team, presenting new dishes with clear culinary rationale. Multi-Unit Recipe Standardization - Write, document, and refine recipes to ensure consistency across multiple locations. Cuisine Expertise - Be well-versed in diverse cuisines and global flavors, understanding how to adapt them for a fast-casual concept. Training & Implementation - Train kitchen teams on new recipes, techniques, and execution standards to ensure quality and consistency. Ingredient Sourcing & Costing - Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to source quality ingredients while optimizing food costs. Operational Feasibility - Work closely with Operations to ensure new dishes can be executed efficiently at scale. Culinary Leadership - Bring a strong culinary point of view and passion for making food that is not only delicious but also operationally sound What We're Looking For 3+ years of experience in restaurant R&D, menu development, or a similar role. Professional kitchen experience, preferably in fast-casual, QSR, or multi-unit operations. Deep understanding of recipe writing, food costing, and operational execution at scale. Strong training and leadership skills, with the ability to guide kitchen teams through new menu rollouts. Passion for bold flavors, high-quality ingredients, and innovative cooking techniques. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.

Looking for Primary or Extra Income on a flexible schedule based on your availability? Do you want to make a real impact by sharing your great cooking with families too busy to prepare their own food by cooking in their homes? Then you're perfect for the Foodom chefs community! Cooking on the Foodom platform is enjoying your own Mobile /Private food business, without the hassle of finding customers, creating menus, shopping lists, logistics, delivery, and customer service. Like many other chefs on our platform, you can earn $100- $300 Avg per meal prep appointment and tips, pursuing your passion on a flexible schedule and in a private environment, while letting Foodom handle all the frustrating back-end work. This is a 1099 independent contractor position and the amount of work you get is dependent on your location, and availability, expanding as you build up new and regular customers. Who We're Looking for: We're looking for enthusiastic and aspiring food professionals who want to make their cooking skills work for them. If you're an experienced line cook, sous chef, chef de partie, or head chef looking to get into private, mobile chef work with more flexibility in your schedule don't hesitate to apply. This opportunity is NOT a single client, live-in, or salaried role. This is also not a management position. This IS a hands-on Mobile private chef, cooking opportunity working directly with home clients. Responsibilities: Connect directly with clients to cook meals at their homes on a regular basis and for small gatherings Represent your food business with the utmost professionalism Prepare all of the dishes on our website Work to create a memorable experience for all clientele Accommodate special nutrition and diet needs when needed Qualifications: 6+ years of previous experience in primarily cooking, catering or culinary arts Passion for cuisine and cooking techniques Self-motivated and efficient Customer-centered and personable Comfortable working on an online service platform and handling online bookings We're excited to help and support you in becoming your own boss!

Fantastic opportunity to work in Northern CA at a destination luxury resort. We seek an Executive Sous Chef with strong cutting edge, creative skills and experience working with local purveyors to maintain the highest quality food and restaurant standards. You'll be responsible for culinary operations at this Forbes rated resort and work closely with the Executive Chef. Must have prior high luxury level experience at a hotel or resort property.

$85,000 - $90,000 + Bonus Join a thriving local restaurant group as the Chef de Cuisine, leading a dynamic kitchen with a great culture. This is a chance for a passionate culinary leader to deliver exceptional dining experiences while fostering a high-achieving team. Enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and strong career growth. Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 100% paid for employee + family HSA and Wellness program opportunities Free Parking Cell phone allowance Dining benefits Bonus eligible Your Role with the Company: Passionate Leadership: Lead the culinary team with a deep passion for food and hospitality, fostering an environment that prioritizes refinement and the integrity of ingredients while demonstrating strong leadership in directing kitchen operations and building a high-performing team Team Development: Cultivate growth and development within the team through hands-on coaching and training, ensuring consistency in execution and alignment with the restaurant's goals of excellence and innovation. Foster a strong team dynamic through mentorship and clear communication Operational Excellence: Oversee all BOH operations, including COGS management, inventory control, ordering, and adherence to SOPs, develop and write menus that align with vision, while maintaining efficiency in a dynamic, fast-paced kitchen Quality and Refinement: Uphold high standards for dish preparation and presentation, ensuring each menu item reflects the restaurant's commitment to quality, sophistication, and consistency Qualifications: Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Chef de Cuisine (or comparable role) in a high volume ($10M+) upscale restaurant Proven ability to execute at a high level, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and excellence in all aspects of kitchen operations Expertise in crafting seasonal changing menus that highlight high-quality ingredients Strong experience maintaining inventory control and managing food and labor costs effectively Outgoing personality with a positive attitude, fostering a collaborative environment that aligns with the restaurant's culture EOE - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

About us Local Kitchens is a fast-casual restaurant brand transforming the industry by pioneering a new category of dining. Through collaborations with award-winning chefs and culinary influencers, we offer a menu of exclusive, globally-inspired dishes featuring bold flavors and high-quality ingredients-all in a dining experience that's both convenient and affordable. Founded in 2020 by former DoorDash co-founders Jon Goldsmith and Andrew Munday, Local Kitchens was built on a mission to bring communities together through food. Since then, the brand has grown to 13 locations across the Bay Area, with plans to expand into Southern California this spring. Annual Pay Cap: $90,000 Key Responsibilities About the Role We are seeking an R&D Chef to lead menu innovation and recipe development for our expanding culinary operations. This role is perfect for a chef who thrives on creativity, understands fast-casual dining, and can translate bold flavors into scalable, executable dishes across multiple locations. Key Responsibilities Menu & Recipe Development - Create and test innovative menu items that align with our brand identity and customer preferences. Executive Tastings - Organize and lead tastings for our executive team, presenting new dishes with clear culinary rationale. Multi-Unit Recipe Standardization - Write, document, and refine recipes to ensure consistency across multiple locations. Cuisine Expertise - Be well-versed in diverse cuisines and global flavors, understanding how to adapt them for a fast-casual concept. Training & Implementation - Train kitchen teams on new recipes, techniques, and execution standards to ensure quality and consistency. Ingredient Sourcing & Costing - Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to source quality ingredients while optimizing food costs. Operational Feasibility - Work closely with Operations to ensure new dishes can be executed efficiently at scale. Culinary Leadership - Bring a strong culinary point of view and passion for making food that is not only delicious but also operationally sound What We're Looking For 3+ years of experience in restaurant R&D, menu development, or a similar role. Professional kitchen experience, preferably in fast-casual, QSR, or multi-unit operations. Deep understanding of recipe writing, food costing, and operational execution at scale. Strong training and leadership skills, with the ability to guide kitchen teams through new menu rollouts. Passion for bold flavors, high-quality ingredients, and innovative cooking techniques. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.

Looking for Primary or Extra Income on a flexible schedule based on your availability? Do you want to make a real impact by sharing your great cooking with families too busy to prepare their own food by cooking in their homes? Then you're perfect for the Foodom chefs community! Cooking on the Foodom platform is enjoying your own Mobile /Private food business, without the hassle of finding customers, creating menus, shopping lists, logistics, delivery, and customer service. Like many other chefs on our platform, you can earn $100- $300 Avg per meal prep appointment and tips, pursuing your passion on a flexible schedule and in a private environment, while letting Foodom handle all the frustrating back-end work. This is a 1099 independent contractor position and the amount of work you get is dependent on your location, and availability, expanding as you build up new and regular customers. Who We're Looking for: We're looking for enthusiastic and aspiring food professionals who want to make their cooking skills work for them. If you're an experienced line cook, sous chef, chef de partie, or head chef looking to get into private, mobile chef work with more flexibility in your schedule don't hesitate to apply. This opportunity is NOT a single client, live-in, or salaried role. This is also not a management position. This IS a hands-on Mobile private chef, cooking opportunity working directly with home clients. Responsibilities: Connect directly with clients to cook meals at their homes on a regular basis and for small gatherings Represent your food business with the utmost professionalism Prepare all of the dishes on our website Work to create a memorable experience for all clientele Accommodate special nutrition and diet needs when needed Qualifications: 6+ years of previous experience in primarily cooking, catering or culinary arts Passion for cuisine and cooking techniques Self-motivated and efficient Customer-centered and personable Comfortable working on an online service platform and handling online bookings We're excited to help and support you in becoming your own boss!