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Chef Jobs in San Jose, CA

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MENLO PARK, CA30+ days ago

Full-time
Employee

Create customized, diverse menus four weeks ahead, considering family preferences, dietary needs, seasonal ingredients, and including school lunches as part of the meal planning. This role is a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic chef eager to create customized, healthy meals and surprise menus for special occasions like holidays and family milestones.

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Palo Alto, CA2 days ago

$70,304–$90,000

Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The Portfolio Group, under the Workplace Experience Group umbrella, delivers seamless experiences from the breakroom to the boardroom, providing a signature suite of services for each unique business portfolio.

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Palo Alto, CA2 days ago

$75,000–$85,000

Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

Palo Alto, CA9 days ago

$84,000–$90,000 Per Year

For the health and safety of our team members and residents, Oakmont Management Group may require team members to vaccinate, participate in daily screening, surveillance testing, and to wear face coverings and other personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, per regulatory guidelines. Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands.

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San Jose, CAToday

Working directly alongside the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of kitchen operations: leading a team of 10-20 BOH staff, driving consistency in food quality and preparation, contributing to menu development, and ensuring the kitchenruns with the discipline, cleanliness, and urgency that our guests expect. We are looking for someone with deep technical skill, genuine leadership ability, and the operational mindset to help run a high-volume, fine-dining kitchen at its best.

MENLO PARK, California21 days ago

p style="text-align:justify">If you’re energized by culinary leadership, a service-driven kitchen culture, and the chance to shape the future of corporate food service, this role gives you the space to make a lasting mark on the plate and in the district. This role goes far beyond overseeing operations — it’s about shaping experiences, inspiring teams, and building partnerships that redefine what corporate food service can be.

Menlo Park, CA30+ days ago

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc. In this leadership role, you will inspire and mentor kitchen teams, drive culinary excellence, and manage food costs and safety compliance, ensuring we deliver best-in-class dining experiences every single day.

NEWARK, California10 days ago

Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc. What You'll Do: Drive Culinary Innovation: Oversee culinary operations, developing high-end, trend-forward menus and bespoke dining experiences across the corporate portfolio.

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Mountain View, CAToday

$90,000–$105,000 Per Year

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home ProgramFull-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. You will not only be responsible for the quality and innovation of our catering menus but also oversee all daily operational and administrative tasks, from financial management to safety, ensuring culinary and operational excellence for every event.

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San Jose, CAToday

$110,000–$120,000 Per Year

We are looking for a bilingual (English/Spanish) culinary leader with strong creative instincts, genuine team-building ability, and the operational mindset to grow a concept into its next chapter.

Growth path: Key leadership seat within a multi-concept hospitality group with real growth potential for the right leader.

Santa Clara, CA30+ days ago

$90,000–$105,000 Per Year

Redwood City, CA30+ days ago

$84,000–$90,000 Per Year

Redwood City, CA8 days ago

$84,000–$90,000 Per Year

li>For the health and safety of our team members and residents, Oakmont Management Group may require team members to vaccinate, participate in daily screening, surveillance testing, and to wear face coverings and other personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, per regulatory guidelines.

Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands.

Menlo Park, CA14 days ago

p>In this leadership role, you will inspire and mentor kitchen and service teams, drive culinary excellence under tight event timelines, and manage food costs, logistics, and safety compliance, ensuring we deliver best-in-class dining experiences every single day. As Catering Executive Chef, you'll have the platform to elevate our culinary identity and transform high-profile catering-driving menu innovation, strengthening client relationships through exceptional hospitality, and developing the next generation of event-focused culinary leaders.

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Los Altos, CAToday

$90,000–$113,000 Per Year

Preferred Qualifications:* Culinary degree preferred* Three to five years of culinary management experience* High volume production and catering experience is essential* Experience in a Life Plan Community, continuing care retirement community, healthcare dining, or similar environment serving residents with varied dietary, nutritional, and service needs.* Desire to learn and grow with a top-notch foodservice companyWhat's in it for you? Provides hands-on culinary leadership when needed, including preparing, cooking, plating, garnishing, expediting, and supporting service execution during meal periods, special events, staffing shortages, or operational needs.*

Alameda, California29 days ago

p>In alignment with Gallaher Signature Living’s mission, values, and commitment to exceptional hospitality, the Sous Chef plays a key role in delivering a refined, restaurant-quality dining experience within our boutique active adult living community. Our communities support active adults through Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, delivering high-quality services in thoughtfully designed environments.

CA30+ days ago

$90,000–$105,000 Per Year

p>Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program. You will not only be responsible for the quality and innovation of our catering menus but also oversee all daily operational and administrative tasks, from financial management to safety, ensuring culinary and operational excellence for every event.

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San Mateo, CAToday

Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:* Paid holidays and PTO* Community employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification.* Conduct and participate in department meetings, in-services, and pre-meal stand ups.* Ensure that all staff use and maintain equipment properly to avoid injury, damage, and costly repairs.*

Atherton, California29 days ago

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SUMMARY:

Join a prestigious private household in Atherton, CA, as a Private Executive Chef, where your culinary passion will craft unforgettable dining experiences for an elite family.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 7+ years of chef experience, preferably in Michelin-rated/fine dining establishments and private families, backed by a culinary degree or certificate.

Stanford, CA30+ days ago

$105,000–$115,000 Per Year

li>Lead comprehensive business optimization by reviewing and analyzing operations'' inventory practices, designating changes and monitoring implementation, systematically integrating with organizational quality, safety, storage, certifications, and waste management goals, ensuring facilities'' equipment is maintained and forecasting necessary replacements, overseeing and ensuring operations are controlling labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control, and overseeing and reviewing forecasting and strategic budgeting. R&DE is a talented and diverse team of 1,200+ who comprise the following divisions: Student Housing Operations & Stanford Conferences; Stanford Dining and Hospitality & Auxiliaries; Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects; and a team of R&DE strategic business partners-Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications and Marketing.

Sunnyvale, CA8 days ago

p>As part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality leader with over 145 hotels across key destinations worldwide, our hotel is backed by a legacy of quality, consistency, and service excellence—driven by a passion for hospitality, an entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and a progressive, solutions-oriented approach." .

Los Altos, CA23 days ago

$90,000–$113,000 Per Year

Supervises, schedules, trains, coaches, and evaluates assigned culinary and kitchen team members, including sous chefs, cooks, utility, dishwashing, storeroom, trayline, and related kitchen support staff. Provides hands-on culinary leadership when needed, including preparing, cooking, plating, garnishing, expediting, and supporting service execution during meal periods, special events, staffing shortages, or operational needs.

Foster City, California30+ days ago

$98,000–$112,700 Per Year

p style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt">As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Maintain monthly and annual budgets for the Culinary Services department, including producing written documentation of monthly spend on food, supplies, and labor.

Los Altos, CA24 days ago

$102,000–$125,000 Per Year
Full-time

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Provides hands-on culinary leadership when needed, including preparing, cooking, plating, garnishing, expediting, and supporting service execution during meal periods, special events, staffing shortages, or operational needs.

Foster City, CA30+ days ago

li>Maintain monthly and annual budgets for the Culinary Services department, including producing written documentation of monthly spend on food, supplies, and labor.

Work with community leadership and front-line staff to obtain and maintain department customer satisfaction and department of health survey levels at or above designated scores.

San Mateo, CA30+ days ago

We're searching for an Executive Chef for a large, national corporation's corporate office in the Bay. Want to cook great food and still have a life?

Palo Alto, CA30+ days ago

As a member of the Property Leadership Team, you will work alongside the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, cultivate and develop culinary talent, and support recruitment and administrative functions. Support the Executive Chef with inventory controls and reporting, including labor cost optimization, food cost control, and inventory management, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

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Mountain View, CA1 day ago

p>Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

As our Commissary Chef, you’ll oversee daily production for multiple locations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all prepared foods.

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Mountain View, CAToday

Medical* Dental* Vision* Life Insurance/ AD* Disability Insurance* Retirement Plan* Paid Time Off* Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)* Associate Shopping Program* Health and Wellness Programs* Discount Marketplace* Identity Theft Protection* Pet Insurance* Commuter Benefits* Employee Assistance Program* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Paid Parental Leave* Personal LeaveAssociates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef of Building 6, the Sous Chef will assist in overseeing day-to-day food production for Cafe B6, supporting retail functions, and assisting with catering as needed.

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Santa Clara, CAToday

Reports to the Executive Chef and manages a team of Sous Chef.* Collaborates closely with the Executive Chef team to plan and execute seasonal menus in the restaurants* Directs employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations* Reviews financial information such as sales, costs and labor, to ensure adherence to budgets* Manages inventory: estimates needs, places orders, receives and checks deliveries* Informs front of house personnel of menu changes, specials and shortages* Documents, investigates, escalates and resolves employee or guest incidents* Performs other duties as required or assigned Job DescriptionThe Chef de Cuisine (CDC) supports the Executive Chef team in managing all aspects of the production of authentic Italian dishes in Eataly's restaurants.

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Santa Clara, CAToday

$95,000–$115,000 Per Year

Job SummaryAs Executive Chef at NVIDIA, you will lead culinary operations within a fast-paced, innovation-driven corporate dining environment known for excellence, creativity, and elevated hospitality experiences. This role is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, inspiring culinary teams, and delivering exceptional food programs that support NVIDIA's culture of collaboration and forward-thinking innovation.

FOSTER CITY, CA30+ days ago

$110,000–$120,000 Per Year

Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation. Job Summary: Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff.

San Francisco, CA30+ days ago

$120,000–$123,000 Per Year

Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave * Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Job Summary As the Campus Executive Chef for Adobe San Francisco, you will lead all culinary operations for a multi‑site corporate dining program, overseeing two cafés and a robust catering operation across two buildings.

Santa Clara, CA30+ days ago

$95,000–$115,000 Per Year

This role is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, inspiring culinary teams, and delivering exceptional food programs that support NVIDIA's culture of collaboration and forward-thinking innovation. As Executive Chef at NVIDIA, you will lead culinary operations within a fast-paced, innovation-driven corporate dining environment known for excellence, creativity, and elevated hospitality experiences.

Palo Alto, CA8 days ago

$115,000–$120,000 Per Year

p>https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Sunnyvale, CA21 days ago

$100,000–$115,000 Per Year

Redwood City, CA30+ days ago

$100,000–$120,000 Per Year

Sunnyvale, CA15 days ago

$100,000–$115,000 Per Year

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Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.

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Hayward, CA2 days ago

The successful candidate will lead daily kitchen operations, manage food quality, and ensure both resident satisfaction and financial performance. The average salary is expected to range between $110,000 and $120,000, with relocation assistance available.#J-18808-Ljbffr.

Palo Alto, California17 days ago

$99,355.05–$124,209.77 Per Year

Qualifications:

Qualified applicants are required to possess minimum 5 years of experience in a high-end restaurant, club, hotel, or senior living company experience with kitchen supervision and excellent training skills. Experience in advanced cooking: garde manger, baking, sauces, and all methods of preparations and presentations of hot and cold food is preferred.

Santa Clara, CA15 days ago

$80,000–$85,000 Per Year

Your daily responsibilities will include overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring the highest quality of food preparation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. To thrive as a Sous Chef at Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana, you'll need a blend of culinary skills, leadership qualities, and a strong work ethic.

San Jose, CA13 days ago

As a global leader in hospitality, we've welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality. As an Executive Chef, and success of all hotel culinary operations - you're spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Cupertino, CA30+ days ago

$85,000–$95,000 Per Year

With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA15 days ago

$75,000–$85,000 Per Year

p>https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef of Building 6, the Sous Chef will assist in overseeing day-to-day food production for Cafe B6, supporting retail functions, and assisting with catering as needed.

Santa Clara, CA30+ days ago

$95,000–$105,000 Per Year

As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Working as the Catering Executive Chef, you will lead high-end culinary operations within a corporate Executive Briefing Center environment, delivering exceptional, fine-dining experiences for VIP clients.

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Santa Cruz, CAToday

Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community, is currently accepting applications for a Sous Chef to help support residents within our beautiful community residents call home.

Regularly meeting with the Executive Chef to discuss menu preparation for the upcoming weeks and suggesting ways to improve food quality and efficient production.

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Santa Cruz, CAToday

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Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities..

Consider applying to become a Sous Chef with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!.

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Mountain View, CAToday

Medical* Dental* Vision* Life Insurance/ AD* Disability Insurance* Retirement Plan* Paid Time Off* Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)* Associate Shopping Program* Health and Wellness Programs* Discount Marketplace* Identity Theft Protection* Pet Insurance* Commuter Benefits* Employee Assistance Program* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Paid Parental Leave* Personal LeaveAssociates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. QualificationsAssociate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience.3+ years of catering, events, banquet, or hospitality management experience.

Pleasanton, CA30+ days ago

$75,000–$85,000 Per Year

85,000Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee and manage food preparation for assigned areas of the kitchen, with primary responsibility for the Pastry and Dessert Program.51% of each day is to be dedicated to management and supervisory duties.

The Sous Chef - Pastry Focus assists the Executive Chef in the overall supervision of kitchen operations, with direct responsibility for the Pastry and Dessert Program.

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San Martin, CAToday

Nestled in the rolling hills of Northern California, CordeValle is a luxury golf resort and private club known for exceptional hospitality, world-class amenities, and outstanding culinary experiences. The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in leading the daily operations of CordeValle's culinary venues, banquets, and special events.

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