Top 132 Cook Jobs in Salinas Ca

P.M. Part-Time Prep Cook
Sturdy Oil Company —Salinas, CA
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Fair chance
- In-person
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9d
Line Cook
Laguna Seca Golf Ranch —Monterey, CA
- $17 - $19 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fast casual restaurant
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
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1d
Line Cook
Casanova —Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- From $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Casual dining restaurant
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Employee discount
- Food provided
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1d
Line Cook for Carmel Bakery | Cocinero(a) de Línea – Carmel Bakery | Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Carmel Bakery —Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Inventory control
- Cooking
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Cook I
Carmel Mission Inn —Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Food Preparation
El Pollo Loco —Salinas, CA
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- No education required
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Cook – Req# HRS-808
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital —Hollister, CA
- $29 - $40 an hour
- Email
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Cook II - PD
Salinas Valley Health —Salinas, CA
- $36.74 - $40.50 an hour
- Per diem
- Hospital
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
Cook
Madonna Gardens —Salinas, CA
- $22 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Food service experience
- Older adults
- Entry level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Cook HRS-808
San Benito Health Care District —Hollister, CA
- $29 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Pass drug screening
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Cook (Salinas)
Black Bear Diner —Salinas, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- English
- Entry level
- Kitchen
Grill Cook - Per-diem/Varied Shift
Watsonville Community Hospital —Watsonville, CA
- $27.90 - $36.54 an hour
- Per diem
- Basic math
- English
- High school diploma or GED
6d
Cook
Panda Restaurant Group —Salinas, CA
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Email
- Serving
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Back of House Team Member
Chick-fil-A —Salinas, CA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- No education required
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Cook II
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course —Monterey, CA
- $24.80 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
8d
Grill Master
El Pollo Loco —Salinas, CA
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- No education required
- Customer service
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Kitchen Team
Panda Restaurant Group —Salinas, CA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Email
- Serving
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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PM Cook 2
CUSTOM HOUSE HOTEL LP —Monterey, CA
- $25.37 - $28.37 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Hotel
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Kitchen Cook
Cardenas Markets LLC —Salinas, CA
- $19.15 - $21.89 an hour
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Food Handler Certification
- Entry level
14d
Cook I
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course —Monterey, CA
- $24.02 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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P.M. Part-Time Prep Cook

Sturdy Oil Company -
Salinas, CA

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Job Details

Part-time
From $18 an hour
9 days ago

Qualifications

Pre-cooking preparation
Teamwork
Attention to detail

Full Job Description

Overview
This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary skills while supporting the kitchen’s daily operations. As a Prep Cook, you will play a key part in ensuring that food preparation is efficient, safe, and meets our high standards for taste and presentation. If you’re passionate about food, thrive in team settings, and are eager to grow your culinary expertise, this position is perfect for you!

Duties

Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, and measuring according to recipe specifications.
Assist with food preparation tasks such as assembling dishes to ensure timely service.
Follow food safety protocols and proper food handling procedures to maintain cleanliness and prevent contamination.
Support the kitchen team in cooking and plating dishes during busy service hours.
Maintain organized workstations, ensuring all tools and ingredients are stocked and ready for use.

Qualifications

Experience working in food service, restaurant, or food industry environments demonstrating strong kitchen skills.
Current food safety certificate preferred
Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling techniques.
Proficiency in knife skills, meal preparation, and basic cooking methods.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
Strong teamwork ethic with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The majority of the work is performed indoors, with potential exposure to safety hazards typical of a gas station. The employee must be able to:

Stand and walk for extended periods of time
Stoop, kneel and crouch as needed
Lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds

SCHEDULE

Up to 30 hours a week, Monday – Friday with an on-call rotation on Saturdays
Afternoon shift (12 p.m. - 7 p.m.)
Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Descripción General
Este puesto esencial ofrece una excelente oportunidad para desarrollar sus habilidades culinarias mientras apoya las operaciones diarias de la cocina. Como Cocinero(a) de Preparación (Prep Cook), desempeñará un papel clave para garantizar que la preparación de los alimentos sea eficiente, segura y cumpla con nuestros altos estándares de sabor y presentación. Si le apasiona la cocina, disfruta trabajar en equipo y desea desarrollar su experiencia culinaria, ¡esta posición es ideal para usted!

Responsabilidades

Preparar los ingredientes lavándolos, picándolos, cortándolos y midiéndolos de acuerdo con las especificaciones de las recetas.
Ayudar con las tareas de preparación de alimentos, como el armado de platillos, para garantizar un servicio oportuno.
Seguir los protocolos de seguridad alimentaria y los procedimientos adecuados de manipulación de alimentos para mantener la limpieza y prevenir la contaminación.
Apoyar al equipo de cocina en la preparación y presentación de los platillos durante los periodos de mayor actividad.
Mantener las estaciones de trabajo organizadas, asegurándose de que todas las herramientas e ingredientes estén abastecidos y listos para su uso.

Requisitos

Experiencia trabajando en servicios de alimentos, restaurantes o en la industria alimentaria, demostrando sólidas habilidades de cocina.
Se prefiere contar con un certificado vigente de seguridad alimentaria.
Conocimiento de las normas de seguridad alimentaria y de las técnicas adecuadas de manipulación de alimentos.
Dominio del uso de cuchillos, preparación de alimentos y métodos básicos de cocina.
Capacidad para trabajar de manera eficiente bajo presión, manteniendo atención al detalle.
Excelente actitud de trabajo en equipo y habilidades de comunicación para colaborar eficazmente con el personal de cocina.

ENTORNO DE TRABAJO / EXIGENCIAS FÍSICAS
La mayor parte del trabajo se realiza en interiores, con posible exposición a riesgos de seguridad típicos de una estación de servicio. El empleado debe ser capaz de:

Permanecer de pie y caminar durante períodos prolongados.
Agacharse, arrodillarse y ponerse en cuclillas cuando sea necesario.
Levantar y mover objetos de hasta 25 libras.

HORARIO

Hasta 30 horas por semana, de lunes a viernes, con rotación los sábados.
Turno de la tarde (12:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m.).
Debe tener disponibilidad para trabajar por las noches, fines de semana y días festivos, según las necesidades del negocio.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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