Benefits:- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Benefits/Perks- Competitive Compensation
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary We are seeking a talented
Chef to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for creating innovative menus and preparing delicious meals for our customers. The ideal candidate is experienced, creative, and able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff. If you have a passion for creating meals that “wow,” we want to hear from you.
At Lunada Market & Kitchen, we believe food creates connection.
What started as a neighborhood market has grown into one of the South Bay's favorite destinations for fresh, California coastal Food, earning recognition as Best New Business and being named among the Top 10 Best New Restaurants in the South Bay. Guests come for the food, but they return because of the experience—a welcoming atmosphere, an incredible patio overlooking the Palos Verdes community, and a team that genuinely cares about every guest who walks through our doors.
We're searching for a chef who wants to build something meaningful—not simply manage a kitchen.
We're looking for someone who enjoys creating seasonal menus, mentoring cooks, developing systems, maintaining high culinary standards, and helping shape the future of a growing restaurant. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with ownership, introduce new ideas, showcase your creativity, and be part of a business that values quality, innovation, and people equally.
Our ideal chef is:
- Passionate about fresh, seasonal California Food
- A positive leader who develops people and builds strong teams
- Organized and committed to consistency and excellence
- Creative, collaborative, and excited to help grow an already successful concept
- Someone who believes great culture creates great food
If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, your work is appreciated, and you can help build one of the Peninsula's most exciting neighborhood restaurants, we'd love to start the conversation.
Responsibilities: - Create menus according to season and customer research
- Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment
- Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner
- Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members
- Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary
- Follow all food safety regulations
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a chef or cook
- Certification from culinary school preferred
- ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification
- Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes
- Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong leadership skills