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Chef

elifsys llc
San Jose, CA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 9/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/11/2027

Overview

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating exceptional dishes that delight our guests, maintaining high standards of food quality and safety, and contributing to a vibrant dining experience. Your expertise in food preparation, menu planning, and kitchen operations will be essential to delivering memorable meals in a fast-paced environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talents while working in a supportive and energetic setting.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook a variety of dishes with precision, creativity, and consistency, adhering to established recipes and presentation standards
  • Plan menus that balance flavor, nutrition, and seasonal ingredients, ensuring variety and customer satisfaction
  • Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, ovens, poaching stations, braising pots, and other culinary tools
  • Maintain strict food safety and sanitizing procedures to ensure a clean and compliant kitchen environment
  • Handle food production at high volumes while maintaining quality control during meal preparation and service
  • Demonstrate advanced knife skills for efficient food handling and preparation tasks
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods
  • Follow dietary guidelines and accommodate special dietary needs as required by guests or clients
  • Assist in training new staff on food handling techniques, safety protocols, and recipe adherence

Requirements

  • Proven experience in food industry roles such as restaurant chef, catering chef, or dietary aide with a focus on high-volume production
  • Strong culinary skills including grilling, braising, poaching, food preparation, and meal assembly
  • Knowledge of food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures in commercial kitchens
  • Experience with menu planning, recipe adherence, and food handling standards
  • Familiarity with operating various kitchen equipment safely and effectively
  • Background in fine dining or upscale restaurant environments is preferred but not required
  • Excellent knife skills with the ability to prepare ingredients efficiently and precisely
  • Prior dietary department or healthcare kitchen experience is advantageous
  • Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced settings while maintaining attention to detail

Join us if you’re eager to bring your culinary expertise to life in a lively environment where quality is paramount. We value energetic team players who are dedicated to crafting exceptional dining experiences through skillful cooking, innovative menu ideas, and unwavering commitment to food safety.

Pay: $27.72 - $33.38 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $33

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