Head Chef Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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There are currently 237 Head Chef jobs in Santa Ana, CA hiring this May 2026. These openings are a great way to earn income, gain experience, and work at a location close to you.

If you want to work as a Head Chef, local opportunities make it easy to get started, whether you're experienced or new to the job.

Why Choose a Head Chef Job in Your Area

Working as a Head Chef in Santa Ana offers many benefits:

  • Convenient location - work near your home or in your neighborhood
  • Fast hiring process - many employers are hiring now
  • No degree required - learn while you work
  • Flexible scheduling - choose shifts that fit your lifestyle
  • Valuable experience - build skills to grow your career

You can apply to Head Chef positions close to you, whether in restaurants, hotels, or catering services. Some jobs require prior experience, but many are entry-level and provide training.

If you’re looking for Head Chef work in your area, Head Chef jobs close to you, or local Head Chef openings with no experience required, there are real opportunities available.

What Employers Look for in a Head Chef

Every workplace is different, but most employers want someone who:

  • Arrives on time
  • Communicates clearly
  • Works well with others
  • Follows instructions and stays focused
  • Learns quickly on the job

Depending on the business, Head Chef duties may include food preparation, assisting kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, or managing orders.

How to Apply for Head Chef Jobs Near You in Santa Ana, CA

Applying is fast and easy:

  1. Browse the 237 Head Chef jobs in your area listed on this page
  2. Choose the ones that match your skills or availability
  3. Click apply - you'll need to create an account, which only takes a minute

These are real local jobs available now. If you’re ready to start, apply today.

Top Paying Head Chef Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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Head Chef

at Basil&Co Restaurant Group
Fullerton, CA, USA|
From $52,300.00 to $78,500.00

From $52,300.00 to $78,500.00

Salary

Salary

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Meal allowance

Meal allowance

Head Chef

at Eureka
Mission Viejo, CA, USA|Onsite
From $90,000.00 to $100,000.00

From $90,000.00 to $100,000.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

weekly pay

weekly pay

Quarterly Bonus Incentive

Quarterly Bonus Incentive

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

Management Development

Management Development

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

vision coverage

vision coverage

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Head Chef- Orange County

at Buona Forchetta
Newport Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $30.00 to $38.00

From $30.00 to $38.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

Head Chef-Las Brisas

at Las Brisas
Laguna Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $85,000.00 to $95,000.00

From $85,000.00 to $95,000.00

Salary

Salary

Full-time

Full-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision

Vision

401(k) match

401(k) match

Company-paid Life Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

professional development reimbursement program

professional development reimbursement program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

safety and compliance incentives

safety and compliance incentives

Free Food

Free Food

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Sick Time

financial well-being

financial well-being

partner perks

partner perks

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

legal services

legal services

Chef

at U.S. Navy
Whittier, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Chef

at U.S. Navy
Whittier, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Chef

at U.S. Navy
Mission Viejo, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite
Consulting

Consulting

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Sous Chef

at On the Rocks Bar & Grill
Bellflower, CA, USA|
Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Meal Allowances

Meal Allowances

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Sous Chef

at Aramark
Whittier, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Support for disabilities

Support for disabilities

work-life balance resources

work-life balance resources

Executive Chef

at Saisamorn Boonthae
Newport Beach, CA, USA|
Exact $25.00

Exact $25.00

Hourly

Hourly

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Meal allowance

Meal allowance

Regional Chef

at Aramark
Long Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability protection

Disability protection

Executive Chef

at Careers at Marriott
Long Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

retirement plans

retirement plans

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and development programs

Training and development programs

Employee wellness programs

Employee wellness programs

Brio-Executive Chef

at Bravo Brio Restaurants
Irvine, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Food Production Chef

at Aramark
Fullerton, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

paid leave

paid leave

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Work-life balance programs

Work-life balance programs

Food Production Chef

at Aramark
Whittier, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

work-life balance resources

work-life balance resources

Executive Sous Chef

at Buffalo Wild Wings
Whittier, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary with bonus potential

competitive salary with bonus potential

Access to comprehensive benefits

Access to comprehensive benefits

weekly pay

weekly pay

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

shift meal discount

shift meal discount

family dining discount

family dining discount

best in class training

best in class training

Leadership development

Leadership development

Continuous learning opportunities

Continuous learning opportunities

Significant advancement opportunities

Significant advancement opportunities

paid time off (PTO)

paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition benefits/reimbursement

Tuition benefits/reimbursement

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Champions of Hope

Champions of Hope

Cash Referral Program

Cash Referral Program

Journey Wellbeing Support Tool

Journey Wellbeing Support Tool

PerkSpot Discount Program

PerkSpot Discount Program

Recognition and awards program

Recognition and awards program

Slip Resistant Shoes Programs

Slip Resistant Shoes Programs

community and charitable involvement

community and charitable involvement

Igniting Dreams Grant Program

Igniting Dreams Grant Program

Training Contests and incentives

Training Contests and incentives

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