Executive Chef jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

Executive Chef directs and oversees kitchen operations, including menu development, purchasing, inventory, cost control and sanitation. Creates and updates menus that will appeal to customers, utilize seasonal ingredients, and maximize profits. Being an Executive Chef develops and tests new recipes. Solicits and studies customer feedback to maintain high standards of quality and satisfaction. Additionally, Executive Chef troubleshoots and resolves operational issues. Complies with all safety and food sanitation laws and regulations. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Executive Chef typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an Executive Chef typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Executive Chef
  • KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Why We're Here We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here. Our founder, Bill Kimpton rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality that makes people feel disconnected. He initiated a new boutique hotel standard and environment where people could connect, from the heart. That was the goal then, and it is still our purpose today. Your work here has meaning. You're here to improve the lives of coworkers, guests, owners, communities, and together we make that happen. It's what drives all that we do. Every day you can improve lives in your own, unique way and you can expect the same in return. It all starts with you. How We're Different Our San Francisco-born entrepreneurial spirit and zest for life kick started this culture in 1981, and it shines through to this day. It all flows from you. The lively, rebellious, genuine you - with your diverse background, talents, experiences, and plucky personality - is fully welcome, and celebrated here. Because we know that when people can be themselves at work, they shine. That's what we seek out and celebrate. It's people of all kinds who share a knack for creativity and self-leadership. People who don't need to be told what to do to get things done. People who have an innate passion for making others' lives better. It adds up to a work environment that's a bit quirky, irreverent, exciting, uncommon, empowering, and downright exceptional. Guests feel it; you'll feel it too. What You'll Do Use your experience and knowledge of food industry trends, classics, and seasonal ingredients to create an exciting, innovative, and delicious seasonal menu! Lead daily operations with efficiency, integrity, patience, awareness, and compassion. You'll own team leadership, communication, training, development, and problem resolution all the while providing outstanding service to our guests along the way. You'll act as an advocate for the restaurant, be a creator of ridiculously personal experiences, and develop relationships with guests that will compel them to return. Some of your responsibilities include: * Make sure all food products are consistently prepared and served according to recipes, portioning, and cooking standards. * Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations. * Perform inventory and purchasing responsibilities daily. * Receive all products in correct unit count and condition and ensure deliveries are performed in accordance with receiving policies and procedures. * Responsible for the supervision of the daily cleaning of the pantry, cooking line, prep kitchen, dish area, stairs, walk-in, and downstairs prep area. * Responsible for meeting financial targets while achieving food quality and service objectives. * Ensure all equipment is kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant's preventative maintenance programs. * Foster opportunities for the team to learn, grow, and develop their abilities, collaborate with your staff to create a culture and work environment founded on respect. * Continually strive to develop your staff in all areas of managerial and professional development as well as in food education. * Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner. * Fully understand and follow all regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees, and guests. * Schedule labor while ensuring that all positions are staffed when needed while maintaining labor cost objectives. * Lead and participate in ongoing service education through facilitating daily line-ups, quarterly menu meetings, and new back and front of house training programs. * Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and offer positive solutions to issues. * Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding employees and together with the People Culture Representative administer prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures. What You Bring * 2 or 4 year degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management is preferred. * Minimum 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef, preferably leading large, fast-paced, multi-outlet kitchens. * Passionate about industry trends and techniques and knowledgeable of product, presentation, quality, and preparation, menu concept, design, food costing, and people management. * Excellent interpersonal communication skills that foster positive working relationships with all teammates. * Able to work with PR and Marketing in the creation of campaigns and budgets. * Flexible schedule, available to work weekends, nights, mornings, and holidays when needed. * Food Handler Certification, Alcohol Awareness Certification (if applicable). * Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, restaurant POS system, inventory management and/or procurement software experience, payroll and timekeeping software, business & accounting software may be required.   Differences make a difference. We are committed to creating a culture that reflects the diversity of our hotel and restaurant guests. With that goal in mind, we encourage each of our employees to understand, accept, and celebrate differences among people. That includes different personalities, lifestyles, work styles, education, and experience. We also welcome and embrace people of all races, ethnicities, ages, religions, physical abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities and genders. For our complete EEO policy click here.   Be Yourself. Lead Yourself. Make it Count.   The salary range for this role is $102,000 to $125,000. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Santa Barbara, CA. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. ** This job is also eligible for bonus pay. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and any other benefits to eligible employees. You can apply for this role through the link below (or through internal career site if you are a current employee). Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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Executive Sous Chef
  • KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Why We're Here We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here. Our founder, Bill Kimpton rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality that ...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Executive Banquet Sous Chef
  • Marriott International
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Number 24063883Job Category Food and Beverage & CulinaryLocation The Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara, 8301 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, California, United States VIEW ON MAPSchedule Full-Tim...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Executive Chef - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
  • Hilton
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Our beautiful, AAA Four Diamond, Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is looking for an Executive Chef! Ideally situated on California’s Central Coastline, directly across from pristine beaches, the...
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Chef
  • Margerum Wine Company
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Job Overview:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef to join our team. As a Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our kitchen, including menu planning, food produc...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Chef
  • Cold Spring Tavern
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Cold Spring Tavern is a historic stagecoach stop dating back to 1868 currently operating as a family friendly restaurant, bar and event venue in Santa Barbara, CA. It has been owned by the same family...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Bakery/Deli Clerk
  • Ralphs Supermarket
  • Goleta, CA
  • Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environme...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bakery/Deli Clerk
  • Ralphs Supermarket
  • Port Hueneme, CA
  • Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environme...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bakery/Deli Clerk
  • Ralphs Supermarket
  • Oxnard, CA
  • Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environme...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director Culinary Services / Executive Chef
  • Atria Senior Living
  • Camarillo, CA
  • Responsibilities Responsible for the day to day operations and staffing for the kitchen and dining venues of their commu...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bakery/Deli Clerk
  • Ralphs Supermarket
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environme...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cook I for Miramar Club & Cook II for Caruso's
  • Rosewood Hotel Group
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • **Job Details** **Cook I for Miramar Club & Cook II for Caruso's - (15914)** This details all the information about the ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cook 1 and Cook III @ The Revere Room
  • Rosewood Hotel Group
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • **Job Details** **Cook 1 and Cook III @ The Revere Room - (16659)** This details all the information about the job posti...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cook I & Cook III for Caruso's
  • Rosewood Hotel Group
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • **Job Details** **Cook I & Cook III for Caruso's - (15914)** This details all the information about the job posting. Sha...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Barbara (Spanish: Santa Bárbara) is the county seat of Santa Barbara County in the U.S. state of California. Situated on a south-facing section of coastline, the longest such section on the West Coast of the United States, the city lies between the steeply rising Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Santa Barbara's climate is often described as Mediterranean, and the city has been promoted as the "American Riviera". As of 2014, the city had an estimated population of 91,196, up from 88,410 in 2010, making it the second most populous city in the county after Santa Maria. The contig...
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Income Estimation for Executive Chef jobs
$90,548 to $122,500
Santa Barbara, California area prices
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