Entry Level Chef Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Teppan Chef

at Benihana
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $18.50 - $20.00

Range $18.50 - $20.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

401k

401k

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

competitive pay

competitive pay

Sous Chef

at Aerotek
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $33.00

Exact $33.00

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision

Vision

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

hospital insurance

hospital insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Health spending account

Health spending account

transportation benefits

transportation benefits

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Sushi Chef I

at Hana Group
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.18 - $21.00

Range $19.18 - $21.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Training and Development

Workplace safety programs

Workplace safety programs

Cook

at SSP
San Mateo, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $25.00

Exact $25.00

Temporary

Temporary

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

no late nights

no late nights

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Pension fund

Pension fund

Paid meal breaks

Paid meal breaks

Vacation packages

Vacation packages

Butcher Apprentice - Full Time

at Whole Foods Market
Hayward, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.50 - $25.40

Range $19.50 - $25.40

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Store discount

Store discount

financial wellness programs

financial wellness programs

Health and wellness support

Health and wellness support

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Sushi Prep

at Kura Sushi
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $25.61

Exact $25.61

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

earn solid Tips

earn solid Tips

meal discounts

meal discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Life-work balance

Life-work balance

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

Dishwasher - Mill Valley

at Tartine
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $18.00

Exact $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Training and Development

Training and Development

Professional environment

Professional environment

Operations Supervisor (Assembly)

at LSG Group
Oakland, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $74,034.00 - $85,000.00

Range $74,034.00 - $85,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Training and Development

Safe working environment

Safe working environment

8 Entry Level Chef Jobs in San Francisco, CA - July 2026

Browse 8 entry level Chef jobs in San Francisco, CA. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Chef Jobs in San Francisco, CA

Employers in San Francisco, CA are actively hiring entry level Chef staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Chef Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Chef positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Chef Salary in San Francisco, CA

Entry level Chef pay in San Francisco, CA typically ranges from $38,500 per year to $68,600 per year, with average earnings near $54,100 per year or $26 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $38,500 per year
  • Average wage: $54,100 per year or $26 per hour
  • Highest wage: $68,600 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Chef roles in San Francisco, CA using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

  • Pay range
  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Chef Jobs Are Common in San Francisco, CA

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in San Francisco, CA create steady demand for entry level Chef positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Chef Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Chef roles in San Francisco, CA include:

  • Aerotek
  • Benihana

Chef Job Benefits and Perks in San Francisco, CA

Many entry level Chef jobs in San Francisco, CA offer 401(k) retirement plan, short-term disability, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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