Overview

Foodhall San Francisco

compensation: Competitive hourly pay (DOE) + pooled tips
employment type: full-time
experience level: senior level
job title: Team Member – Chef / Senior Cook

Foodhall – Specialty Café & Gourmet Market | San Francisco

About Foodhall
@foodhallsf
foodhallsf.com
Foodhall is a specialty café and gourmet market in the Mission focused on exceptional ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and a community that values quality. We are a family-founded business with high standards and a collaborative approach to food.
We are seeking an experienced cook or chef who takes pride in craft, consistency, and clean execution – someone who wants to do meaningful work in a well-equipped kitchen and contribute to a growing concept.
This is not a line-cook “button-pusher” role. It is best suited for a sous chef or senior line cook looking for stability, autonomy, and the opportunity to help shape a distinctive prepared foods program.

The Kitchen
Our kitchen is fully equipped with professional, high-end equipment, including a Rational combi oven, griddle, stove, and modern prep systems. We work with premium ingredients and produce a range of composed prepared foods, sandwiches, salads, and specialty items.

Responsibilities

Execute daily prep and production to a high culinary standard

• Cook proteins, vegetables, pasta, and composed dishes with precision and consistency
• Prepare fresh salads, sandwiches, and prepared foods with attention to detail and presentation
• Maintain disciplined organization of refrigeration, storage, and mise en place
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness at all times
• Work efficiently while maintaining quality under time constraints
• Receive and properly store deliveries, verifying product quality
• Communicate inventory needs, production priorities, and operational issues
• Help maintain consistency of recipes, portions, and production methods
• Contribute ideas for improving workflow, efficiency, and product quality
• Use tablets and digital tools for daily operational tasks
• Maintain a neat personal appearance and wear provided hairnets and aprons during food preparation
• Perform additional duties as needed to support Foodhall’s daily operations

Creative & Growth Opportunities

For the right candidate, this role offers meaningful creative involvement and the chance to help shape a growing food program:

• Collaborate on the development of new menu items and seasonal offerings
• Test, refine, and scale recipes for grab-and-go, catering, and café production
• Work in a collaborative, owner-involved environment where ideas are valued
• Help improve kitchen systems, prep workflows, and quality standards
• Contribute to building a distinctive prepared foods program
• Grow into a leadership role as the business expands

This is an ideal position for a chef who wants creative input, professional growth, and a sustainable pace – without the burnout of traditional restaurant kitchens.

Qualifications

3+ years in a professional kitchen strongly preferred
• Fine dining, upscale casual, or high-end production experience valued
• Strong knife skills and technical fundamentals
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Calm, organized, and detail-oriented
• Pride in cleanliness and consistency
• Professional communication and reliability
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate stairs
• Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Availability for early mornings and weekends

Strong plus: Experience with seafood, prepared foods programs, catering, or high-end casual dining

What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay (DOE) + pooled tips

• Predictable schedule
• No late-night restaurant hours
• Staff discounts on specialty products and café items
• A respectful environment that values skill and professionalism
• Opportunity to help build something meaningful