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Chef Jobs in Pasadena

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CCalifornia Institute of Technology
Chef de Cuisine
California Institute of Technology
Chef📍 PasadenaOpen to discussion

Caltech's Dining Services seeks a skilled Chef de Cuisine to lead its kitchen team. The ideal candidate is positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about their craft. This fast-paced role offers a dynamic work environment and benefits.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
GGus's BBQ - South Pasadena
Executive Chef
Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena
Chef📍 South PasadenaOpen to discussion

Gus's BBQ seeks a driven Executive Chef to lead their high-volume kitchen. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about elevating traditional Southern cuisine. A dynamic professional with a passion for pit-master craft is a strong fit.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
AAgnes Restaurant and Cheesery
Sous Chef
Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery
Chef📍 PasadenaOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeking a skilled Sous Chef to drive quality food service and staff development. The ideal candidate is innovative and resourceful, with a focus on consistency and excellence. Contributing to a profitable and efficient operation is key.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
SSushi Roku - Pasadena
Sushi Chef
Sushi Roku - Pasadena
Chef📍 PasadenaOpen to discussion

Sushi Roku Pasadena seeks a skilled Sushi Chef to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and hard-working, able to create inventive sushi dishes. This role offers a lively atmosphere and opportunity to work with a renowned dining group.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
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Alex Rivera
Chef · Pasadena
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How do I get a chef job in Pasadena?
The fastest route in Pasadena is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Pasadena bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a chef in Pasadena?
Plenty of Pasadena venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most chef jobs here.
How much do chefs make in Pasadena?
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