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Boujis Hospitality

Executive Chef

West Hollywood, CA

$80K - $111K/yr

Chef de Cuisine Template We are looking for an admirable Chef de Cuisine to lead and inspire our ... Available to work on-call, shifts, after hours, over weekends, and on holidays.

Sushi Bar

Be Seen First

Sushi Chef

Simi Valley, CA · On-site

We are seeking a Sushi Chef to join our team! You will thrive in this fast-paced environment ... Must be able to work nights and weekends * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

71Above

Sous Chef

Los Angeles, CA

$53K - $72K/yr

A chef driven, fine dining restaurant in DTLA saught after for our quality of service and cuisine ... Applicants MUST have strong availability for day time, night time, weekday, weekend and holiday ...

the Chef Agency

Sous Chef - Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

$80K - $90K/yr

PTO, MDV, 401k Sous Chef needed for an upscale American restaurant in Los Angeles! Requirements: * 2+ years of Sous Chef experience at busy, American restaurants * Experience using locally sourced ...

71Above

Sous Chef

Los Angeles, CA

$68K - $75K/yr

A chef driven, fine dining restaurant in DTLA saught after for our quality of service and cuisine ... Applicants MUST have strong availability for day time, night time, weekday, weekend and holiday ...

Hope The Mission

Sous Chef

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K/yr

The Sous Chef makes sure the kitchen can execute it -- every shift, across every station, with the ... Schedule includes evenings, weekends, and event-specific hours as operationally required ...

Kassi Venice Beach

SOUS CHEF

Venice, CA · On-site

$75K/yr

Sous Chef - Kassi, Hotel Erwin Venice Beach Location: Venice Beach, CA Salary: $75,000 + Bonus ... Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays Why Join Us? At Kassi , part of the ...

Kassi Club

SOUS CHEF

Venice, CA · On-site

$56K - $75K/yr

Sous Chef - Kassi, Hotel Erwin Venice Beach Location: Venice Beach, CA Salary: $75,000 + Bonus ... Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays Why Join Us? At Kassi , part of the ...

Kassi Venice Beach

SOUS CHEF

Venice, CA · On-site

$75K/yr

Description Sous Chef - Kassi, Hotel Erwin Venice Beach Location: Venice Beach, CA Salary: $75,000 ... Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays Why Join Us? At Kassi , part of the ...

Dreamscape Hospitality

Executive Chef

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$135K - $155K/yr

Job Title: Executive Chef Job Code: 502040 Department: Culinary / Food & Beverage Reports To ... Must be able to work flexible hours including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Dreamscape Hosptality

Executive Chef

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$135K - $155K/yr

Sous Chefs, Line Cooks, Pastry Chefs, Stewards, Kitchen Staff Position Type: Full-Time _____ ... Must be able to work flexible hours including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Dreamscape Hospitality

Executive Chef

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$135K - $155K/yr

Sous Chefs, Line Cooks, Pastry Chefs, Stewards, Kitchen Staff Position Type: Full-Time _____ ... Must be able to work flexible hours including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Wally's Wine & Spirits

Executive Chef

Culver City, CA · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Wally's Wine & Spirits is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead and elevate our culinary ... Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Why Wally's? At Wally's, we bring ...

Wally's Wine & Spirits

Executive Chef

Culver City, CA

$78K - $107K/yr

Wally's Wine & Spirits is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead and elevate our culinary ... Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Why Wally's? At Wally's, we bring ...

Odyssey Restaurant

Sous Chef

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr

As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring the highest ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Physical Demands: * Frequent ...

Odyssey Restaurant

Sous Chef

Los Angeles, CA

$85K - $90K/yr

As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring the highest ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Physical Demands: * Frequent ...

Yardbird Los Angeles

Sous Chef

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$53K - $72K/yr

As a Sous Chef at Yardbird, you will play a key leadership role in our kitchen, working closely ... Able to work flexible hours necessary including off hours, weekends and holidays. Qualifications ...

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How much do weekend chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend chef in Valencia, CA is $24.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.02 and $31.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend chef?

Weekend Chefs are culinary professionals who typically work on Saturdays and Sundays, preparing and serving meals in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, or private settings. They may work part-time or full-time, depending on the employer's needs, and often handle busy periods when customer demand is highest. Weekend Chefs are responsible for menu planning, food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards are met. This role requires strong cooking skills, time management, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a weekend chef?

To thrive as a Weekend Chef, you need solid culinary skills, experience in food preparation, and often a relevant food safety certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale systems, and inventory management software is commonly required. Strong time management, teamwork, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for this fast-paced role. These competencies ensure high-quality meals, efficient kitchen operations, and excellent customer satisfaction during busy weekend service periods.

What are common challenges faced by weekend chefs, and how can they be managed?

Weekend Chefs often work during peak dining hours, which can lead to high-pressure environments and tight timelines. Managing multiple orders simultaneously and maintaining food quality are frequent challenges. To succeed, strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and effective communication with kitchen staff are essential. Many Weekend Chefs also collaborate closely with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service, making teamwork and adaptability key assets.

What are the most commonly searched types of Chef jobs in Valencia, CA?

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Infographic showing various Weekend Chef job openings in Valencia, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,874 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

Executive Chef

Boujis Hospitality

West Hollywood, CA

$80K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Chef de Cuisine Job Description Template

We are looking for an admirable Chef de Cuisine to lead and inspire our kitchen staff in the creation of culinary masterpieces. The Chef de Cuisine will be responsible for designing the menu, hiring and training kitchen staff, collaborating with restaurant management, optimizing staff productivity, and stepping in to help wherever needed.

To ensure success, you should have excellent leadership skills with experience managing a team of kitchen staff in a high-pressure environment. Top candidates are creative individuals with a passion for great food and excellent service.

Chef de Cuisine Responsibilities:
  • Ensuring that all food meets the highest quality standards and is served on time.
  • Planning the menu and designing the plating presentation for each dish.
  • Coordinating kitchen staff, and assisting them as required.
  • Hiring and training staff to prepare and cook all the menu items.
  • Stocktaking ingredients and equipment, and placing orders as needed.
  • Enforcing best practices for safety and sanitation in the kitchen.
  • Creating new recipes to regularly update the menu.
  • Keeping track of new trends in the industry.
  • Incorporating feedback from restaurant staff and patrons to make improvements or resolve issues.
Chef de Cuisine Requirements:
  • Qualification from a culinary school.
  • 5+ years of experience in a similar position.
  • In-depth knowledge of food principles and best practices.
  • Passion for creating incredible food that delights and attracts customers.
  • Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
  • Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
  • Creative, innovative thinking.
  • Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety.
  • Experience managing inventories and stocktaking.
  • Available to work on-call, shifts, after hours, over weekends, and on holidays.

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