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Hospitality & Food · San Diego, CA
Line Cook jobs in San Diego, CA
Line cooks work a station through service, prepping ingredients, firing dishes to ticket times, and keeping their area clean, stocked, and organized during the rush.
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$17–$33/hr
Typical pay range
$48k
Median, full-time
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$32.46 per hour
budgeted figures. The ability to prepare a daily payroll report. The ability to supervise all methods of food preparation and cooking methods, size of portions, garnishing and presentation of food. The ability to coordin…
$100k - $140k
preparation of all ingredients and food products to fulfill prep lists, par levels, and recipe standards. Utilize various preparation and cooking methods to ensure the quick, precise creation of our menu items in accorda…
$25 - $26 per hour
food service and/or management preferred Prefer six (6) months of experience working in a restaurant or similar environment as a Cook Able to safely operate standard cooking equipment and utensils typically found in faci…
$21 - $23 per hour
Job Title Prep Cook (Corporate Dining & Catering Support) – San Diego Company The Party Staff, Inc. Location Assignments take place within approximately a 25-mile radius of our Mission Valley office, supporting clients a…
$21 - $26 per hour
a 4% employer match after one year ~ Free, nutritious meals each shift ~ Paid Sick Time ~ Referral bonus program Lead Line Cook Responsibilities Prepare and cook food items to perfection, accurately following our Salted…
$24.08 per hour
excellence. Job Description We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Pastry Cook lll. Responsibilities The Pastry Cook III prepares all pastry items. This person maintai…
$29.14 per hour
About Fairmont Grand Del Mar Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms…
$24.08 per hour
hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Clubhouse Grill Cook lll. Responsibilities To produce all hot and cold food... ...for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any o…
$31 - $33 per hour
Make meals that heal. Evolve Treatment Centers is hiring a Chef ( Cook) to prepare meals at 2 of our 6-bed adolescent residential treatment home in La Mesa, CA. This is more than a culinary job — it’s a chance to use you…
required for preparation. ~ Knowledge of weights and measures. ~ Exhibits a basic knowledge, understanding and application of various cooking techniques. ~ Basic knowledge of cooking utensils and equipment, pots, pans, d…
$18 - $20 per hour
answering questions, and ensuring a positive experience. Note: Outdoor Work Work at our outdoor pizza oven, ensuring pizzas are cooked to perfection while managing the outdoor environment. Qualifications - Prior experien…
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What line cooks earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $17–$22 | $35k–$45k |
| Mid level | $20–$26 | $42k–$54k |
| Senior | $25–$33 | $52k–$68k |
Adjusted for the San Diego market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Knife skillsStation organization (mise en place)Ticket-time managementGrill, saute, and fry stationsFood safety and sanitationPrep and portioningSpeed and consistencyTeam communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which stations have you worked, and which is your strongest?
Name them plainly: grill, saute, fry, pantry. Chefs staff lines by station, so an honest answer gets you placed where you will succeed.
How do you set up your mise en place before service?
Walk through your prep list, backups for the rush, and how you check par levels. Organization before service is the whole job in miniature.
What do you do when tickets stack up and you are in the weeds?
Say you communicate with the expo, call out realistic times, and work the board in order instead of panicking. Composure is what they are testing.
How do you keep food safe during a busy shift?
Mention temperatures, glove and cutting-board discipline, labeling, and time controls. Fluent basics signal real kitchen habits.
Tell me about a conflict with another cook during service. How was it resolved?
Keep it short: line tension is normal, you addressed it after service, and the shift got done. No drama in the retelling.
Can you work weekends, nights, and holidays?
This industry runs when others rest, so answer honestly. Reliability on the worst shifts is what earns station upgrades.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For line cooks specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List the stations you can run: grill, saute, fry, pantry, or expo.
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Include your food handler card or ServSafe certification; many states require it on day one.
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Quantify volume with covers per service or the size of the line you worked.
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Name the kitchens and cuisine styles, since a scratch kitchen reads differently than a chain.
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Mention prep skills like butchery, sauces, or baking that let you flex beyond the line.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Prep Cook
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Line Cook
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Lead Line Cook
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Sous Chef
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Chef de Cuisine
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