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San Ho Won

Executive Sous Chef

San Francisco, CA

$76K - $97K/yr

SAN HO WON is a Korean restaurant from the three-Michelin-star team behind Benu. We are looking for an Executive Sous Chef to join our kitchen team! Please apply with a resume and brief cover letter.

Aziza

Food Runner

San Francisco, CA

Acclaimed Michelin Star Chef, Mourad Lahlou, and the Aziza team are accepting resumes for hard working and dedicated Captains to join the front of house team. Our rustic menu showcases an innovative ...

Tavistock Restaurant Collection

Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

Michelin Star Prestige : ATLAS boasts the coveted Michelin Star, a testament to our culinary ... The Sous Chef identifies priorities for each shift focusing on food quality, cleanliness ...

Acquerello

Chef de Partie

San Francisco, CA

$22.50 - $28.25/hr

We are a 2 Michelin star restaurant in our 36th year as a fine dining destination specializing in ... The Chef de Partie will work directly with the Chef de Cuisine in menu ideation and production. Job ...

Acquerello

Chef de Partie

San Francisco, CA

$25 - $28/hr

We are a 2 Michelin star restaurant in our 36th year as a fine dining destination specializing in ... The Chef de Partie will work directly with the Chef de Cuisine in menu ideation and production. Job ...

Quince

Sous Chef

San Francisco, CA

$58K - $79K/yr

Quince - Sous Chef About Quince Quince is a three-Michelin-star restaurant located in San Francisco's historic Jackson Square neighborhood, offering contemporary California cuisine grounded in ...

Quince

Sous Chef

San Francisco, CA

$95K/yr

Quince - Sous Chef About Quince Quince is a three-Michelin-star restaurant located in San Francisco's historic Jackson Square neighborhood, offering contemporary California cuisine grounded in ...

Nōksu

Executive Chef

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

The Team behind Noksu, a 2024 & 2025 Michelin Star recipient, is looking for a superstar Chef that has extensive experience and knowledge of traditional Korean cuisine as well as fine dining pedigree ...

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Grove Bay Hospitality Group

Pastry Chef

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Chef Jeremy Ford is renowned for his culinary expertise and has earned a Michelin star for his innovative and exquisite dishes at his Miami Beach restaurant Stubborn Seed. The restaurant is known for ...

San Morello

Sous Chef

Detroit, MI

$70K/yr

Chef ANDREW CARMELLINI and the NoHo Hospitality Team are seeking a dedicated, passionate Sous Chef ... Michelin star, multiple Michelin hotel keys, two coveted James Beard Foundation awards, and ...

Caviar Russe

Chef de Partie

New York, NY · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

... Michelin star for the past 8 years in a row. Downstairs, the newly opened Bar, features an ... Join a young, ambitious, team of chefs and FOH professionals in a intimate setting, striving to be ...

Boia De

Line Cook

Miami, FL

$15 - $19/hr

... Star Michelin, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 New Times Top 100 Restaurants 2022 Eater Miami's Best New Restaurant 2019 Time Out Miami's Best Restaurant 2019, 2021 James Beard nominated 2020 Rising Star Chef ...

Quince

Chef de Partie

San Francisco, CA

$22.50 - $28.25/hr

Quince is a Three Michelin Star and Michelin Green Star restaurant serving California contemporary cuisine grounded by Italian culinary principles and Chef Michael Tusk's lifelong respect for ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for michelin star 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 a Michelin Star Chef?

A Michelin Star Chef is a chef whose restaurant has been awarded at least one Michelin star by the Michelin Guide, a prestigious international restaurant rating system. Michelin stars are awarded to restaurants for culinary excellence, quality of ingredients, mastery of technique, and consistency. Achieving a Michelin star is considered one of the highest honors in the culinary world. The chef is typically the leader of the restaurant’s kitchen and is credited with the creativity and execution that earned the distinction. Stars are awarded annually and can be gained or lost based on the restaurant's performance.

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To thrive as a Michelin Star Chef, you need exceptional culinary skills, creativity, and a deep understanding of various cuisines, typically supported by formal culinary training and extensive kitchen experience. Mastery of kitchen management systems, food safety certifications, and advanced cooking equipment is essential. Leadership, attention to detail, and resilience are crucial soft skills for inspiring teams and maintaining the highest quality standards under pressure. These competencies are vital to consistently delivering innovative, world-class dishes and upholding the prestige of a Michelin-starred establishment.

What are some common challenges Michelin Star Chefs face in maintaining the high standards required for their restaurants?

Michelin Star Chefs often encounter the challenge of consistently delivering exceptional quality and creativity under intense pressure. Maintaining a Michelin star requires rigorous attention to detail, innovation in menu development, and a relentless focus on customer experience. Chefs must also effectively manage and inspire their culinary teams, adapt to changing trends, and ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations. Balancing these demands while fostering a positive, collaborative kitchen environment is crucial to long-term success in this prestigious role.

What is the difference between Michelin Star Chef vs Executive Chef?

AspectMichelin Star ChefExecutive Chef
CredentialsAdvanced culinary skills, often recognized through awards or reputationCulinary experience, management skills, culinary certifications
Work EnvironmentHigh-end restaurants, fine dining establishmentsHotels, restaurants, culinary institutions
Industry UsageRecognized for exceptional cuisine, awarded Michelin starsOversees kitchen operations, manages staff

The Michelin Star Chef focuses on creating exceptional dishes that earn Michelin recognition, emphasizing culinary artistry. The Executive Chef manages overall kitchen operations, staff, and menu development. While both roles require culinary expertise, the Michelin Star Chef is distinguished by their culinary excellence and recognition, whereas the Executive Chef has broader managerial responsibilities.

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To become a Michelin Star Chef, one typically gains extensive culinary experience by working in high-end restaurants, develops exceptional cooking skills, and demonstrates creativity and consistency. Chefs often pursue formal culinary education and seek opportunities to earn Michelin recognition through outstanding service and innovative cuisine.

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Michelin Star Chefs typically earn between $50,000 and $150,000 annually, with top chefs in prestigious restaurants earning higher salaries and bonuses. Compensation varies based on experience, location, restaurant size, and reputation, and many chefs also receive benefits and profit-sharing opportunities.

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Executive Sous Chef

San Francisco, CA

San Ho Won
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$76K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

SAN HO WON is a Korean restaurant from the three-Michelin-star team behind Benu. We are looking for an Executive Sous Chef to join our kitchen team! Please apply with a resume and brief cover letter.
About: We believe that sharing a meal of meat grilled over charcoal and paired with a variety of homemade sauces and condiments is what the Korean BBQ experience is all about. Meat cooked over a table gas burner is just not the same. In our central BBQ stove, we grill over solid lychee wood charcoal produced specifically for SAN HO WON. The other items on our menu are rooted in home cooking and traditional flavors but embrace local ingredients and modern techniques. We hope to offer a representation of Korean cooking that contributes to our city’s vibrant dining culture.

  • One Michelin star
  • Esquire - The Best New Restaurants in America, 2022
  • Robb Report - #1 Best New Restaurant in America
  • New York Times - 50 Favorite Restaurants of 2022
  • SF Chronicle - Top Korean Restaurants in the Bay Area, 2024

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience working and managing in a Michelin-rated, fine-dining, or 5 Star hotel restaurant
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with Korean cuisine
  • Advanced kitchen experience (knife skills, butchering, cooking)
  • Kitchen management experience and organizational skills
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and lead others
  • Experience with ordering/purchasing and inventory
  • Understanding of managing food and labor costs
  • Knowledge of health and sanitation procedures
  • Fluency in Korean (written and spoken) preferred
Benefits:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Dining discounts at our sister restaurants
  • Commuter benefits
  • 401(k) plan with matching

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