Chef Jobs in Long Beach, 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 (15 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Montebello, CA (15 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Chef Gerant En Residence Services Seniors H/F

  • Orange, CA (23 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, CA (23 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day 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 (23 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Orange, CA (23 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 3 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...

Catering Chef

  • Glendale, CA (23 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (23 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago

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

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

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Farm to Table Bistro Chef

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 7 days ago

We are looking for a chef/kitchen manger that is familiar with farm to table ingredients, be creative and personable. Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Happy Hour and events....

Part time chefs and servers

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 10 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...

Pizza Chef

  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Busy neighborhood cocktail bar and pizza kitchen looking to expand our team with likeminded hospitality professionals. Who we are looking for: Our...

Resident Chef (Sur La Table)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 11 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...

Teppan Chef

  • Torrance, CA (3 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (3 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Must be able to successfully pass Benihana chef training program Previous experience as chef or cook highly desirable...

Chef - Bar Verde - Grove at Farmers Market

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 14 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...

Part Time Chef

  • Hollywood, CA (19 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hollywood, CA (19 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials - work hard, play hard!...

Chef - Bar Verde - Grove at Farmer's Market

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 15 days ago

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

Chef

  • Beverly Hills, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 16 days ago

High profile family is looking to hire a Top Private Chef to work full time in Beverly Hills....

Gaucho Chef

  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Now Hiring / Immediately Hiring: Gaucho Chef Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned....

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