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Finnegans Marin

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Executive Chef Marin County

Novato, CA · On-site

$85K/yr

  • PTO

EXECUTIVE CHEF Established High-Volume Restaurant | Marin County, CA A well-established, community-focused restaurant in Marin County is seeking an experienced, hands-on Executive Chef to lead its ...

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Gold Ridge Kitchen & Bar

Executive Chef

Sebastopol, CA · On-site

$79K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

As our Executive Chef you will have the opportunity to put your mark on our opening menu and house staples. This position will oversee all culinary operations, including kitchen leadership, food ...

Gold Ridge Kitchen & Bar

Executive Chef

Sebastopol, CA

$79K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

As our Executive Chef you will have the opportunity to put your mark on our opening menu and house staples. This position will oversee all culinary operations, including kitchen leadership, food ...

Gold Ridge Kitchen & Bar

Executive Chef

Sebastopol, CA · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

As our Executive Chef you will have the opportunity to put your mark on our opening menu and house staples. This position will oversee all culinary operations, including kitchen leadership, food ...

Live Oaks Wellness

Executive Chef

Novato, CA · On-site

$83K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Executive Chef - Detox & Residential SUD Facility (6 Beds) Location: Novato, CA Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Director of Operations About Us We are a small, high-touch detox and residential ...

Napa LW

Executive Chef

Napa, CA · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join Archer Hotel Napa as our Executive Chef and lead a dynamic culinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences, elevated hospitality, and innovative cuisine. This leadership ...

Lodgeworks

Executive Chef

Napa, CA

$115K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join Archer Hotel Napa as our Executive Chef and lead a dynamic culinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences, elevated hospitality, and innovative cuisine. This leadership ...

Napa LW

Sous Chef

Napa, CA · On-site

$70K - $71K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

In conjunction with Executive Chef/ Chef de Cuisine or Director of Food & Beverage, this position is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on ...

Lodgeworks

Sous Chef

Napa, CA · On-site

$70K - $71K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

In conjunction with Executive Chef/ Chef de Cuisine or Director of Food & Beverage, this position is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Santa Rosa, CA

$90K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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. You will prepare or direct ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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. You will prepare or direct ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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. You will prepare or direct ...

Eurest

Executive Chef

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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. You will prepare or direct ...

Remington

Executive Chef

Yountville, CA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Have a minimum 3 years' experience as Executive Chef, including record of menu design and recipe creation. * Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations as it relates to food handling ...

Remington Hotels

Executive Chef

Yountville, CA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Have a minimum 3 years' experience as Executive Chef, including record of menu design and recipe creation. * Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations as it relates to food handling ...

Songbird Parlour

Sous Chef

Glen Ellen, CA

$36.06 - $38.46/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Working closely with our Executive Chef, this role is the backbone of daily kitchen operations, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm, and Friday through Sunday, 12pm-10pm. The Sous Chef is ...

Songbird Parlour

Sous Chef

Glen Ellen, CA

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Working closely with our Executive Chef, this role is the backbone of daily kitchen operations, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm, and Friday through Sunday, 12pm-10pm. The Sous Chef is ...

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How much do executive chef chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive chef chef in Santa Rosa, CA is $94,996.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,200.00 and $107,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Chef Chef vs Sous Chef?

AspectExecutive Chef ChefSous Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, extensive experienceCulinary training, experience in kitchens
Work EnvironmentOversees entire kitchen operationsAssists Executive Chef, manages specific stations
Industry UsageLeadership role in restaurants and hotelsSecond-in-command, supports Executive Chef
Search & ComparisonOften searched together, but distinct rolesCommonly compared as second-in-command

The Executive Chef Chef is responsible for overall kitchen management, menu creation, and staff supervision, while the Sous Chef acts as the second-in-command, assisting the Executive Chef with daily operations. Both roles require culinary expertise, but the Executive Chef holds a higher leadership position with broader responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Executive Chef Chef job openings in Santa Rosa, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,996 per year, or $45.7 per hour.

Executive Chef Marin County

Finnegans Marin

Novato, CA • On-site

$85K/yr

Full-time

PTO

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Job description

EXECUTIVE CHEF
Established High-Volume Restaurant | Marin County, CA

A well-established, community-focused restaurant in Marin County is seeking an experienced, hands-on Executive Chef to lead its kitchen operations and culinary team.

This is an opportunity for a strong kitchen leader who can balance food quality, consistency, speed, cost control, and team development in a busy neighborhood restaurant. We are looking for someone who takes ownership, leads from the line when needed, and understands that a successful kitchen requires both culinary talent and operational discipline.

Responsibilities include:

  • Leading, training, scheduling, and developing the kitchen team
  • Maintaining consistent food quality, presentation, and ticket times
  • Managing food and kitchen labor costs
  • Overseeing ordering, inventory, receiving, and vendor relationships
  • Maintaining proper prep levels, recipes, portions, and kitchen systems
  • Supporting thoughtful menu development without unnecessary complexity
  • Ensuring excellent sanitation, food-safety, and workplace standards
  • Working closely with ownership and front-of-house leadership
  • Creating a professional, accountable, and positive kitchen culture

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or senior kitchen leadership experience
  • Experience managing a high-volume, full-service restaurant
  • Strong knowledge of food cost, labor management, purchasing, and inventory
  • Proven ability to train and retain a dependable kitchen team
  • Calm, organized leadership during high-volume service
  • Availability for nights, weekends, and major holidays as required
  • California Food Protection Manager certification or ability to obtain one

Compensation:

  • $85,000 starting annual base salary
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity
  • Formal performance and compensation review after six months
  • Additional compensation growth based on results and expanded responsibility

Please submit a résumé and a brief introduction describing your leadership style, the types of kitchens you have managed, and why this opportunity interests you.

All applications will be handled confidentially.