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Beach Chef Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Executive Chef

Marina, CA ยท On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Executive Chef Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette, located at The Sanctuary Beach Resort, is seeking a passionate and driven Executive Chef to lead our restaurant operation and influence property-wide ...

SOUS CHEF

Venice, CA ยท On-site

$56K - $75K/yr

Sous Chef - Kassi, Hotel Erwin Venice Beach Location ... Venice Beach, CA Salary: $75,000 + Bonus & Benefits Join Our Culinary Team at Kassi Venice Beach ...

Sous Chef

Kiawah Island, SC ยท On-site

$65K/yr

The Beach Club is the cornerstone and original amenity of the many spectacular facilities of the ... Nationally-acclaimed chef Mike Lata serves as the consulting chef for the new restaurant and brings ...

Sous Chef

Kiawah Island, SC ยท On-site

$65K/yr

The Beach Club is the cornerstone and original amenity of the many spectacular facilities of the ... Nationally-acclaimed chef Mike Lata serves as the consulting chef for the new restaurant and brings ...

Sous Chef

Kiawah Island, SC ยท On-site

$64K/yr

The Beach Club is the cornerstone and original amenity of the many spectacular facilities of the ... Nationally-acclaimed chef Mike Lata serves as the consulting chef for the new restaurant and brings ...

Chef de Cuisine

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$70K - $96K/yr

Join the dynamic and diverse team at La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, Inc. , where tradition meets ... Keeps Executive Chef informed of all pertinent kitchen matters. Immediately reports any concerns or ...

Chef de Cuisine

La Jolla, CA ยท On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Join the dynamic and diverse team at La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, Inc. , where tradition meets ... Keeps Executive Chef informed of all pertinent kitchen matters. Immediately reports any concerns or ...

Sous Chef

Kiawah Island, SC ยท On-site

$64K/yr

The Beach Club is the cornerstone and original amenity of the many spectacular facilities of the ... Nationally-acclaimed chef Mike Lata serves as the consulting chef for the new restaurant and brings ...

Sous Chef

Kiawah Island, SC ยท On-site

$62K/yr

The Beach Club is the cornerstone and original amenity of the many spectacular facilities of the ... Nationally-acclaimed chef Mike Lata serves as the consulting chef for the new restaurant and brings ...

Sous Chef

Kiawah Island, SC ยท On-site

$64K/yr

The Beach Club is the cornerstone and original amenity of the many spectacular facilities of the ... Nationally-acclaimed chef Mike Lata serves as the consulting chef for the new restaurant and brings ...

Sous Chef

Long Beach, NJ ยท On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Long Beach, NJ We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Sous Chef to join a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant in Long Beach, NJ. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional who ...

New

$36K - $49K/yr

We are hiring an experienced and passionate Sous Chef at B-Liner at the Beach Club, part of the Kiawah Island Club. B-Liner is a vibrant coastal dining destination offering an elevated yet ...

Sous Chef

Myrtle Beach, SC

$45K - $60K/yr

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Executive Chef / General Manager Position Overview New Morning, a new breakfast concept from Homegrown Hospitality Group, is ...

Sous Chef

Myrtle Beach, SC ยท On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Executive Chef / General Manager Position Overview New Morning, a new breakfast concept from Homegrown Hospitality Group, is ...

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How much do beach chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for beach chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Beach Chef vs Resort Chef?

AspectBeach ChefResort Chef
CredentialsFood handler's permit, culinary certificationFood handler's permit, culinary certification
Work EnvironmentBeachside, outdoor or semi-outdoor kitchensIndoor kitchens within resort facilities
Employer & IndustryBeach resorts, seaside venuesResort hotels, large hospitality establishments
Job FocusPreparing fresh, casual, and outdoor-friendly dishesPreparing a variety of cuisines for guests in a luxury setting

The main difference between a Beach Chef and a Resort Chef lies in their work environment and focus. Beach Chefs typically work outdoors at beachside venues, preparing casual and fresh dishes, while Resort Chefs work indoors within resort kitchens, often handling a broader range of cuisines for hotel guests. Both roles require culinary certifications and food safety permits, but their settings and daily tasks differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Beach Chef job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,225 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Executive Chef

Marina, CA โ€ข On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Overview
Opportunity: Executive Chef
Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette, located at The Sanctuary Beach Resort, is seeking a passionate and driven Executive Chef to lead our restaurant operation and influence property-wide food and beverage growth.. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a high-potential culinary program, develop seasonal menus, and build strong relationships in a coastal setting. The ideal candidate brings experience from independent restaurants, a hands-on leadership style, and a strategic mindset for team development and guest satisfaction in a hotel environment.
Your Growth Path
Director of Food & Beverage - Regional Director of Food & Beverage
Your Focus
  • Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
  • Establish priorities and assign production and preparation tasks to staff to execute.
  • Review daily menu specials, banquet event orders and inventory food items for daily use.
  • Requisition day's supplies and ensure they are received and stored correctly. Communicate needs with purchasing and storeroom personnel.
  • Ensure quality of products received.
  • Meet with the Executive Steward to review equipment needs, banquet plate-up assistance, cleaning schedule/project status, and health/safety and sanitation follow-up.
  • Ensure each kitchen work area is stocked with specified tools, supplies,equipment and that recipe cards, production schedules, plating
    guides and photography are posted and current.
  • Ensure staff prepares menu items following recipes and yield guides, in accordance with department standards.Develop new menu items,
    test and write recipes.
  • Observe guest reactions and confer with service staff to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Conduct frequent walk-throughs of each kitchen area and direct respective personnel to correct any deficiencies.
  • Assist catering department with developing special menus for functions; meet with clients as requested.
  • Review sales and food cost daily and ensure that excess items are utilized efficiently.
  • Prepare weekly work schedules for all kitchen personnel in accordance with staffing guidelines and forecasted labor costs.
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM's EarthView program.
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills
  • Degree or certificate in Culinary Arts and/or one to two years' experience as an Executive Chef.
  • Expertise in food product, presentation, quality and preparation along with menu concept and design.

HHM Benefits and Perks
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k Company Match
  • Free Basic Life Insurance
  • Travel Discounts
  • Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
  • Quarterly Bonuses and Incentives
  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
  • Educational/Professional Development

Work Environment and Context
  • Work schedule varies and will include working on holidays and weekends.
  • Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe
People Are Our Capability - Hearts That Serve - Only Excellence - Stay Nimble - Own It
About Us
The Sanctuary Beach Resort is an oceanfront Monterey Bay resort and hotel set on 19 acres of Pacific shoreline in Marina, California. A rare Monterey Bay hotel on the beach, The Sanctuary invites guests to fall asleep to the soothing surf from their private waterfront cottage.
Nestled between Monterey Bay and the protected Marina Dunes Preserve, The Sanctuary Beach Resort's 60 contemporary cottage guest rooms and suites offer more than just uninterrupted, panoramic views from private decks or patios.
The Sanctuary Beach Resort is a secluded getaway that provides unmatched access to California's beautiful Central Coast region. The location beckons both coastal road trippers as well as single-destination vacationers. Bringing top-of-the-line meeting and event spaces to the waterfront, The Sanctuary is also the perfect backdrop for business retreats, weddings and other celebrations.
This property is a part of the Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division of HHM Hotels.
HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.
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