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Executive Sous Chef

Carmel, CA · On-site

$62K/yr

Graduate of accredited culinary program or apprenticeship under highly respected chef at a premier restaurant, resort or hotel property preferred. License/Permits required: * Certification by the ...

Noble House Estancia LLC

Executive Sous Chef

La Jolla, CA · On-site

$96K - $98K/yr

Completion of an approved Culinary Program or Apprenticeship. Associates/Bachelors degree in ... Chef (or comparable position), responsible for high-quality food production and related food and ...

SkyChefs

$68K - $85K/yr

Sous Chef - Korean Specialty Cuisine Job Location: Los Angeles-USA-90045 Work Location Type: On ... Culinary school certification or apprenticeship * Fluency in Korean and English * Prior airline ...

Vail Resorts

Lead Sous Chef

Truckee, CA · On-site

$22 - $24.69/hr

The Lead Sous Chef is a leader in the kitchen and will assist in managing all culinary aspects of ... Graduate of accredited culinary program or ACF apprenticeship program or 5 years culinary ...

188 Tejon Gaming Authority

$47K - $64K/yr

The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing food preparation on all shifts for an assigned food ... apprenticeship and 4 years of progressive food preparation experience with at least 1 year in a ...

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Northstar California Resort

Lead Sous Chef

Truckee, CA · On-site

$22 - $24.69/hr

The Lead Sous Chef is a leader in the kitchen and will assist in managing all culinary aspects of ... Graduate of accredited culinary program or ACF apprenticeship program or 5 years culinary ...

188 Tejon Gaming Authority

$47K - $64K/yr

The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing food preparation on all shifts for an assigned food ... apprenticeship and 4 years of progressive food preparation experience with at least 1 year in a ...

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188 Tejon Gaming Authority

$47K - $64K/yr

The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing food preparation on all shifts for an assigned food ... apprenticeship and 4 years of progressive food preparation experience with at least 1 year in a ...

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Omni Hotels & Resorts

Vue Sous Chef

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$29.75/hr

Vue Sous Chef Overview: To prepare and cook food and supervise the kitchen and ensure that all menu ... Culinary degree or Apprenticeship certification Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice chef in California is $21.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Apprentice Chef is a trainee cook who learns culinary skills through hands-on experience in a professional kitchen. They assist senior chefs with food preparation, cooking, and maintaining kitchen hygiene while gaining knowledge of techniques and recipes. This role is typically part of a structured training program, such as an apprenticeship or culinary school placement. It provides foundational skills needed for a career as a professional chef.

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As an Apprentice Chef, your day typically involves assisting senior chefs with ingredient preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, learning cooking techniques, and helping with plating and service. You may rotate between different kitchen stations and tasks, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of mentors. The work environment is usually fast-paced and collaborative, with opportunities to ask questions and receive feedback. Over time, you’ll take on more responsibilities as you demonstrate reliability and skill, which helps pave the way for career progression in the culinary field.

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Executive Sous Chef

Tehama Golf Club

Carmel, CA • On-site

$62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Key Relationships:

Internal:         Management team, team members and everyone involved in the operation.

External:        New team members, members, vendors, support businesses, hospitality associations, and

everyone involved in the operation.

Duties:

•      Create weekly schedule for staff according to business needs, avoiding overstaffing and overtime.

•      Ensure employees take required meal and rest breaks in accordance with company policy and state

labor regulations while maintaining efficient daily operations.

•      Prepares necessary data for applicable parts of the budget, projects annual food, labor, and other costs

and monitors actual financial results, takes corrective action as necessary to ensure that financial goals

are not met.

•      Schedule and coordinate the work of cooks, and other kitchen employees to ensure that food

preparation is economical and technically correct and within budgeted labor cost goals.

•      Ensure that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen

areas at all times.

•      Communicate effectively with staff from both the front and back of the house.

•      Provide training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff.

•      Counsel, discipline and evaluate kitchen employees.

•      Participate in hiring, promotion and termination process.

•      Prepare and submit daily requisitions.

•      Oversee the activities of kitchen staff with an awareness of portion control, quality and costs.

•      Control waste and minimize product spoilage through consistent attention to detail and adherence to

inventory procedures.

•      Evaluates products to ensure that quality, price and related goods are consistently met.

•      Establish and maintains a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and

equipment.

•      Ensure that appropriate staff from the kitchen attend service lineups and meetings.

•      Approve daily specials before service.

•      Check completeness of mise en place of each station before service.

•      Comply with all Tehama Golf Club safety and health policies and procedures.

•      Cook all menu tastings for banquet events.

•      Assist with all special events.

•      Fill-in for executive chef as needed.

•      Duties as assigned by management.

Educational Requirements:

•      Graduate of accredited culinary program or apprenticeship under highly respected chef at a premier restaurant, resort or hotel property preferred.

License/Permits required:

•      Certification by the American Culinary Federation and certification as a chef preferred.

•      Valid California driver license.

•      Certified Food Handler and Sanitation card.

Required skills:

•        Excellent cooking, supervisory and sanitation skills.

•        Knowledge of all stations.

•        Broad knowledge of varied cuisine and ability to integrate regional ingredients to menus.

•        Ability to present cooking demonstrations.

Experience:

•        10 or more years of prestigious restaurant, resort or hotel experience with a minimum 4 years full

responsibility as sous chef.

Company Description

Tehama, a Native American word which means, “Abundance of Nature,” combines awe-inspiring beauty, with rugged elegance, and exceptional golf. The Jay Morrish designed, 18 hole golf course, is an impressive 6,506 yards from the champion tees. Members have access to the Tehama Clubhouse, which offers a full-service Pro-shop, world-class cuisine, and banquet facilities that boast stunning views of Carmel Valley and the Monterey Bay.