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From $58,900.00 to $79,500.00

From $58,900.00 to $79,500.00

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Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club, situated just off Highway 280 in Menlo Park, California, has been esteemed as one of the finest private golf and country clubs in the United States since its establishment...

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From $22.00 to $22.00

From $22.00 to $22.00

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Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Radisson Hotel Sunnyvale is a renowned hospitality establishment located in Sunnyvale, California. Part of the global Radisson Hotel Group, this hotel is known for its commitment to providing guests with...

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From $24.25 to $31.00

From $24.25 to $31.00

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CocuSocial is a premier marketplace dedicated to offering unique cooking and tasting experiences, designed to connect food enthusiasts with interactive culinary classes hosted in a variety of inviting venues...

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From $86,700.00 to $119,400.00

From $86,700.00 to $119,400.00

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Sodexo is a global leader in providing comprehensive food services, facilities management, and workplace experience solutions. With a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those they serve, Sodexo...

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From $90,000.00 to $95,000.00

From $90,000.00 to $95,000.00

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Pinstripes is a distinguished establishment devoted to blending exceptional dining with engaging entertainment, creating a vibrant and memorable experience for all guests. Known for its commitment to quality...

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From $20.00 to $22.00

From $20.00 to $22.00

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Noah's New York Bagels is a beloved bakery and cafe chain that has been serving fresh bagels, delicious pastries, and hearty breakfast options since 1989. Known for its commitment to quality ingredients and a...

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From $18.00 to $30.00

From $18.00 to $30.00

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José Andrés Group is a renowned international restaurant group founded by Chef José Andrés, a culinary innovator, humanitarian, and award-winning restaurateur known worldwide for creating memorable and...

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From $75,000.00 to $80,000.00

From $75,000.00 to $80,000.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

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Bon Appetit Management Company is a distinguished contract food service provider known for its passionate commitment to quality food and exceptional service. Unlike typical restaurant chains, Bon Appetit...

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From $130,000.00 to $140,000.00

From $130,000.00 to $140,000.00

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Expert Level (7+ years)

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This opportunity is with gategroup, a global leader in airline catering and hospitality services known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences to airline clients. As a company, gategroup is deeply...

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From $75,000.00 to $80,000.00

From $75,000.00 to $80,000.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

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Bon Appetit Management Company is a prominent leader in the contract food service industry, dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service. With a strong commitment to...

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From $67,000.00 to $110,000.00

From $67,000.00 to $110,000.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

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dnata catering U.S. is a prominent provider of airline catering services, operating as part of dnata, one of the largest and most respected air services providers globally. Established in 1959, dnata has built...

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From $21.00 to $29.00

From $21.00 to $29.00

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LSG Sky Chefs is a global leader in airline catering and hospitality services, renowned for its dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. As one of the largest airline catering companies...

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From $130,000.00 to $140,000.00

From $130,000.00 to $140,000.00

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gategroup is a global leader in airline catering and onboard services, dedicated to enhancing the passenger travel experience with exceptional culinary offerings and customer service. With decades of...

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From $71,530.60 to $89,412.85

From $71,530.60 to $89,412.85

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LSG Sky Chefs is a leading global company specializing in airline catering and hospitality services. With a reputation for excellence, innovation, and industry leadership, LSG Sky Chefs has earned the...

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From $25.46 to $1.00

From $25.46 to $1.00

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Gate Gourmet, a proud member of the gategroup family, stands as the world's largest independent provider of catering and provisioning services for the airline industry. With an impressive legacy spanning over...

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From $81,000.00 to $108,000.00

From $81,000.00 to $108,000.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square is a historic and iconic hotel located in the heart of San Francisco, California. As part of the Marriott International family, the Westin brand is globally...

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From $95,000.00 to $105,000.00

From $95,000.00 to $105,000.00

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Bon Appetit Management Company is a premier foodservice provider operating more than 1,000 cafes across the United States, serving corporations, universities, museums, and a select number of public...

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From $85,000.00 to $90,000.00

From $85,000.00 to $90,000.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

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CCL Hospitality Group is a leading hospitality management company known for its commitment to exceptional service and people-centered approach. With a philosophy deeply rooted in caring for its team members,...

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From $23.00 to $27.00

From $23.00 to $27.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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LSG Sky Chefs is recognized as one of the largest and most respected airline catering and hospitality providers worldwide. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, LSG Sky Chefs has earned the...

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From $75,000.00 to $75,000.00

From $75,000.00 to $75,000.00

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Flagship Culinary Services is a renowned company dedicated to providing high quality dining experiences for employees and visitors of various businesses. They specialize in delivering delicious and nutritious...

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From $60,000.00 to $81,000.00

From $60,000.00 to $81,000.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

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Our client is a prominent establishment specializing in full-service restaurant operations renowned for delivering top-notch culinary experiences in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This company prides...

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From $60,000.00 to $81,000.00

From $60,000.00 to $81,000.00

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The hiring establishment is a full-service restaurant known for its commitment to culinary excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction. It prides itself on providing a high-quality dining experience,...

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From $52,000.00 to $78,320.00

From $52,000.00 to $78,320.00

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Sodexo is a global leader in the food service and facilities management industry, committed to enhancing the quality of life for the people it serves. With a focus on innovation, wellness, and sustainability,...

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From $67,000.00 to $110,000.00

From $67,000.00 to $110,000.00

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dnata Catering U.S. is a segment of dnata, one of the world’s largest and most respected air services providers. Established in 1959, dnata operates a vast global network offering ground handling, cargo,...

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From $55.00 to $65.00

From $55.00 to $65.00

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Crisis24 is a leading global provider of travel risk management and critical event management services, enhanced by advanced AI technology. The company specializes in mass communications, crisis-security...

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From $16.00 to $17.00

From $16.00 to $17.00

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Urban Plates LLC is a dynamic and rapidly growing restaurant company committed to changing the way the world eats by offering delicious, fresh-from-scratch meals made from real ingredients. With a focus on...

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From $22.00 to $28.00

From $22.00 to $28.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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Our hiring establishment is a dedicated food service provider that specializes in offering high-quality catering and food services primarily aimed at various institutions and organizations. With a strong...

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From $21.00 to $29.13

From $21.00 to $29.13

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LSG Sky Chefs is a globally recognized leader in airline catering and hospitality services, renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence in the industry. As one of the world's largest...

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From $75.00 to $85.00

From $75.00 to $85.00

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This hiring establishment is a private family located in Atherton, California, seeking the expertise of a dedicated Drop-Off Chef. The family, consisting of four members and soon to be five, is passionate...

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From $25.00 to $30.00

From $25.00 to $30.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly known as Bowlero Corp, is a leading location-based entertainment platform with a rich presence of over 360 locations throughout North America. This innovative company...

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From $21.00 to $29.00

From $21.00 to $29.00

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LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, renowned for its exceptional reputation and innovative approach within the aviation catering industry. Recognized as the...

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From $80,000.00 to $120,000.00

From $80,000.00 to $120,000.00

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Orient Express Container (OEC) Group, established in 1981, is a leading freight forwarding company recognized worldwide for its excellence in freight transportation, logistics, and information services. With a...

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From $78,000.00 to $88,000.00

From $78,000.00 to $88,000.00

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Urban Plates is a fast-growing restaurant company dedicated to changing the way the world eats by offering real, scratch-made food in a welcoming, modern setting. Founded with a mission to provide healthy,...

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From $20.00 to $25.00

From $20.00 to $25.00

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Jose Andres Group (JAG) is a renowned hospitality company founded and led by Chef Jose Andres, a celebrated culinary innovator and humanitarian. Known for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest...

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From $83,000.00 to $88,000.00

From $83,000.00 to $88,000.00

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Bon Appetit Management Company is a renowned leader in the foodservice industry, operating over 1,000 cafes across the United States including locations in corporations, universities, museums, and public...

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From $61,900.00 to $141,400.00

From $61,900.00 to $141,400.00

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Mid Level (3-7 years)

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Biospan is a dedicated culinary placement service specializing in providing highly skilled private chefs to clients ranging from busy families and founders to performance-focused professionals. The company...

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From $27.00 to $29.00

From $27.00 to $29.00

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Cogir Senior Living, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, operates a respected network of senior living communities across 11 states in the United States. As a prominent leader in the senior housing sector,...

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From $31.25 to $31.25

From $31.25 to $31.25

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Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, renowned for its exceptional reputation and innovative approach within the airline catering industry. Having earned the...

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From $25.00 to $30.00

From $25.00 to $30.00

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Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly known as Bowlero Corp, is a leading location-based entertainment company with over 360 locations throughout North America. It specializes in providing dynamic experiential...

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From $78,500.00 to $108,200.00

From $78,500.00 to $108,200.00

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Cogir Senior Living, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a prominent operator of senior living communities with locations across 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, Cogir Senior...

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From $16.00 to $20.00

From $16.00 to $20.00

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Upper Crust Food Service is a distinguished culinary service company dedicated to supporting sororities and fraternities across the country. Renowned for its commitment to freshness, quality, variety, and...

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From $32.00 to $32.00

From $32.00 to $32.00

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Levy is a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry, known for its creative culinary experiences and impeccable service. Founded in Chicago over 40 years ago as a delicatessen, Levy has grown...

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From $16.00 to $18.00

From $16.00 to $18.00

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Urban Plates is a contemporary restaurant chain dedicated to changing the way the world eats by providing fresh, healthy, and thoughtfully prepared food. Established with a passion for real food made from...

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From $80,000.00 to $85,000.00

From $80,000.00 to $85,000.00

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Bon Appetit Management Company is a renowned contract food service company dedicated to providing exceptional food and outstanding service. Unlike typical restaurant chains that rely on standard recipes and...

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From $19.00 to $21.00

From $19.00 to $21.00

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Eataly is renowned as the world's largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace. Unlike traditional chains, each Eataly location is unique, infused with its own character and theme while sharing a...

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Bon Appetit Management Company, a division of Compass Group, operates over 1,000 cafés across the United States, serving corporations, universities, museums, and public venues. Renowned for its commitment to...

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From $95,000.00 to $105,000.00

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Bon Appetit Management Company is a leading foodservice provider operating over 1,000 cafes across the United States, serving diverse clients such as corporations, universities, museums, and a selection of...

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From $67,000.00 to $110,000.00

From $67,000.00 to $110,000.00

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dnata is one of the world's largest air services providers, established in 1959, operating in 127 airports globally. The company offers comprehensive aviation support, including ground handling, cargo, travel,...

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Benihana is a renowned dining establishment specializing in Japanese cuisine with a unique teppanyaki experience that combines exceptional food preparation with interactive guest entertainment. Founded in...

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From $71,531.00 to $89,413.00

From $71,531.00 to $89,413.00

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LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest and most respected airline catering and hospitality providers. With a long-standing reputation for excellence and innovation, the company operates extensively across...

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381 Executive Chef Jobs in San Mateo, CA Near You - December 2025

If you're looking for Executive Chef jobs in San Mateo, you're in the right place. The city's vibrant culinary industry is thriving, and OysterLink currently lists 381 Executive Chef positions near you in top restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and resorts across the area.

New job listings are posted regularly, and employers are hiring immediately to fill essential Executive Chef roles.

Recent Openings for Executive Chefs in San Mateo, CA

There have been 2 new jobs posted in the last 10 days, but more get added each day, allowing you to find verified, current opportunities to work as an Executive Chef in San Mateo.

Executive Chef Salary in San Mateo, CA

From the job listings we have, the average salary for Executive Chefs in San Mateo is $99,300 per year or $47.7 per hour, reflecting the specialized skills and experience required for this role.

Job listings fall within a range between $74,900 per year and $126,000 per year, depending on factors such as establishment size, cuisine, and individual expertise.

Lowest wage for Executive Chefs in San MateoAverage wage for Executive Chefs in San MateoHighest wage for Executive Chefs in San Mateo
$74,900 per year$99,300 per year or $47.7 per hour$126,000 per year

Executive Chefs leading kitchen operations at upscale restaurants or luxury hotels typically receive higher compensation.

San Mateo's culinary market benefits from its proximity to San Francisco and Silicon Valley, providing Executive Chefs with access to diverse opportunities.

If you're considering Executive Chef jobs in San Mateo, expect competitive salaries and the chance to showcase your culinary leadership.

How To Apply for Executive Chef Jobs in San Mateo, CA

Applying for jobs is simple with OysterLink. Each listing is verified and provides clear details about pay, hours, employer type, and requirements. You can filter jobs by:

  • Pay rate
  • Experience level
  • Full-time, part-time, or temporary
  • Shift availability

Employers hiring for Executive Chef roles in San Mateo seek candidates ready to deliver leadership and culinary expertise, so early applications can improve your chances.

Click apply, submit your information, and connect directly with hiring managers to start your next role.

Why Executive Chef Jobs Are in Demand in San Mateo

San Mateo’s thriving food scene fosters consistent demand for Executive Chefs to lead kitchens in various establishments.

Here are areas and establishments where Executive Chefs are in high demand in San Mateo:

NeighborhoodsEstablishments
Downtown San MateoFine dining restaurants
HillsdaleHotel kitchens
Bayside PeninsulaCorporate catering

The city's diverse population and its status as a business hub drive steady hiring for Executive Chef roles, especially in upscale and corporate dining venues.

Where Executive Chefs Are in Demand in San Mateo

Here's a list of just a few employers actively seeking Executive Chefs in San Mateo:

  • Hyatt Corporation
  • Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
  • Sodexo

What To Expect as an Executive Chef in San Mateo

Executive Chef jobs in San Mateo typically involve:

  • Developing menus and recipes
  • Managing kitchen staff and schedules
  • Overseeing food quality and presentation
  • Maintaining inventory and ordering supplies

Many employers also expect Executive Chefs to handle budgeting, vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity, and the ability to work under pressure to maintain high kitchen standards.

Executive Chef Job Benefits and Perks in San Mateo

Many Executive Chef roles in San Mateo come with added benefits. Aside from competitive salaries, employers often offer wellness programs, Retirement Plan, and much more.

If you're looking for Executive Chef positions with rewarding perks, San Mateo’s culinary market offers attractive opportunities.

Explore More Executive Chef Opportunities Near San Mateo

San Mateo is part of a larger Bay Area culinary network. You can also find Executive Chef jobs in nearby cities such as:

  • San Francisco
  • South San Francisco
  • Redwood City
  • Foster City

Some may provide different working environments, specialties, or pay structures.

Whether you're looking for Executive Chef jobs near you or want to explore the broader Bay Area food scene, OysterLink enables you to find verified, up-to-date listings from trusted employers.

Useful Resources for Executive Chefs in San Mateo, CA

Here are some useful resources if you're an Executive Chef in San Mateo:

ResourceDescription
American Culinary Federation (ACF)Certification and professional standards for Executive Chefs
California Department of Industrial RelationsLabor laws and workplace safety in California
San Mateo County Official WebsiteLocal business regulations and health permits