Chef Jobs in Brea, CA

A Chef is a culinary expert who prepares and cooks a variety of dishes, from simple to complex, in a professional setting such as a restaurant, hotel, or private establishment. They are responsible for creating menus, ensuring the freshness of ingredients, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. Chefs also manage the budget for food and kitchen supplies, negotiate supplier contracts, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Their role is pivotal in providing an excellent dining experience to customers, thereby contributing significantly to the Chef industry.

A Chef should possess key skills such as creativity, culinary expertise, leadership, time management, and communication. Having a profound understanding of various cooking techniques and food presentation is paramount. They should also be adept at multitasking, as they often handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, being ServSafe certified and having a degree in Culinary Arts or a related field is preferred. Prior to becoming a Chef, a person may have roles such as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager, to gain valuable experience and learn the intricacies of the industry.

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Chef Consultant / Sales Rep

  • Montebello, CA (13 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Montebello, CA (13 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Another key element of this position provides support to Chefs and operators in the local region....

Seasonal Entry Level Cook ($28.00/hr.)

  • Huntington Beach, CA (16 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (16 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Surf. Sand. Sunset. Success. Find Yours at Our Special Place. Shimmering views of the Pacific await you at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa. Our stunning, Spanish-inspired resort offers...

Chef Gerant En Residence Services Seniors H/F

  • Orange, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 2 days ago

realisant 110 couverts par jour, et proposant a la carte 2 entrees, 2 plats et 2 desserts ainsi que differentes animations et ateliers culinaires ainsi que des ventes a emporter, nous recherchons un Chef...

District Manager, Chefs Toys

  • Orange, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 4 days ago

District Manager, Chefs Toys TriMark USA tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, California, Orange Jun 08, 2025 District Manager, Chefs Toys Los Angeles County, CA, USA * Orange County, CA, USA...

WOK CHEF WANTED at AnQi Bistro $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (17 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 7 days ago

SE BUSCA WOK CHEF en AnQi Bistro BONO DE $1,000! Listo para encender el wok y mostrar tu talento culinario?...

Part time chefs and servers

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 11 days ago

un Part time chefs and servers (Playa Vista) compensation: Depending in experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Part time servers and chefs Part time chef and servers Principals...

Resident Chef (Sur La Table)

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Position Overview The Resident Chef plays a key role in inspiring customers throughout every stage of their culinary experience by leading engaging cooking classes, fostering an enthusiastic and knowledgeable...

Chef DE Rang

  • Yorba Linda, CA (5 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA (5 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Per Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice, selezioniamo: CHEF DE RANG Entrerai a far parte di un ristorante gourmet con terrazza panoramica sulla laguna, celebre per le rivisitazioni contemporanee...

Chef - Bar Verde - Grove at Farmers Market

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Chef - Bar Verde - Grove at Farmer's Market Nordstrom Inc - 3.8 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $55,500 - $89,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Store discount Disability insurance Health insurance...

Chef - Bar Verde - Grove at Farmer's Market

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Description As a chef on our Restaurant team, you'll play a dual role - part kitchen genius, part artist....

Michelin Trained Chef for a Pop-up Social Club

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 23 days ago

.) ; About half of the concept is Hospitality focused; 6 course Plated Dinners from our Michelin Trained Chefs, cooking/cocktail classes, wine & spirits education, Tea/Cacao Cermonies, and more.....

Pizza Chef (Pizzaiolo)

  • Fountain Valley, CA (15 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (15 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Pizza Chef (Pizzaiolo) Sofra Urbana sofraurbana KITCHEN FULL-TIME 16.5-20.5/HR + TIPS FOUNTAIN VALLEY Sofra Urbana hiring full-time Pizza Chef in Fountain Valley, CABosnian-inspired cuisine. bout Us...

Teppan Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

teamwork, and celebration Exclusive Perks: Free Shift Meals Daily Employee Dining Discounts Competitive Pay + Tip Eligible Celebrate Special Guest Occasions in a Unique Way What Youll Do As a Teppan Chef...

Chef

  • Lakewood, CA (15 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lakewood, CA (15 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate has previous experience working as a Chef in a bustling, fast-paced restaurant, or entertainment setting....

Executive Catering Chef - Getty Center

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special....

Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Travel Cake Master chef series Chef lim by APCA chef online
Travel cakes Master chef series by chef Lim, our in-house executive Pastry are something which does not need too much or a storage and great stuff for picnic and partiesThis program will cover 8...
Cooking (Chef) Course
Description : To become a professional chef, one needs to have dedication, attention to detail and a love for food. These traits put together either makes or breaks up and coming chefs as working...
Master Chef Series -Petite Gateau - Chef Kean
Chef Kean is an award winning In house Executive Pastry chef in APCA Malaysia who have curated this program for APCA chef online. this Program covers some advance level of Entremets or french...
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