Top 69 Kitchen help Jobs in Santa Maria Ca

Dishwasher/Food Prep
Orcutt Burgers ( Orcutt Location) —Santa Maria, CA
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Employee discount
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3d
El Pollo Loco Team Member
El Pollo Loco —Santa Maria, CA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- No education required
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Wendy's Crew Member
Cotti Foods California —Santa Maria, CA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- US work authorization
- 16+ years old
Taco Bell Crew Member
Cotti Foods Corporation —Santa Maria, CA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- US work authorization
- 16+ years old
Cook/Kitchen Hand
Monarch Dunes Butterfly Grille —Nipomo, CA
- $16.90 - $22.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fast casual restaurant
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
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Kitchen Team
Panda Restaurant Group —Santa Maria, 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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Service Team
Panda Restaurant Group —Santa Maria, CA
- $21 - $24 an hour
- Email
- Serving
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Heart of House Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings —Santa Maria, CA
- Part-time
- No education required
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Food Services Specialist - Multiple Shifts
SpaceX —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Crew Member
Cotti Foods Corporation —Nipomo, CA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- US work authorization
- 16+ years old
Taquero
El Toro Tortilleria —Santa Maria, CA
- $19.50 - $22.00 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Dishwasher BR20260706
BEACON —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- From $17.88 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Cook - Substitute, Head Start
Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County —Santa Maria, CA
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Temporary
- Bilingual
- ServSafe
- Word processing
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Dishwasher
SLO Brewing Co LLC —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
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Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings —Santa Maria, CA
- Part-time
- Serving
- Bar
- 18 years or older
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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DISHWASHER (FULL TIME)
Chartwells HE —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $21 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- University
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Busser/Host
Hapy bistro —Pismo Beach, CA
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Flexible schedule
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9d
WESTERLY PART-TIME AM PREP COOK – SUNDAY AVAILABILITY REQUIRED
Custom House Restaurant Group —Pismo Beach, CA
- $19.90 - $22.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Restaurant
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11d
Line Cook/Prep Cook/Lead Cooks
The Rock —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Santa Maria Brigaid Chef
Brigaid —Santa Maria, CA
- $70,400 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Current TB test
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Dishwasher/Food Prep

Orcutt Burgers ( Orcutt Location)
Santa Maria, CA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
From $17 an hour
3 days ago

Benefits

Employee discount

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Food service health code compliance
Safety standard operating procedures

Full Job Description

Job Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Dishwasher/Food Prep specialist, where your energy and attention to detail will play a vital role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. In this role, you will ensure the cleanliness and safety of all kitchenware and food preparation areas while assisting with meal preparation and food handling. Your proactive approach will help maintain a smooth kitchen operation, supporting chefs and dietary staff in creating delicious, nutritious meals that meet safety standards and dietary guidelines. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop culinary skills, gain valuable kitchen experience, and be part of a vibrant food service environment.

Duties

Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment thoroughly to uphold hygiene standards.
Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as slicing, chopping, and portioning ingredients following established recipes and safety protocols.
Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen by sanitizing work surfaces, floors, and storage areas regularly.
Operate kitchen equipment safely, including dishwashers, slicers, mixers, and other culinary tools.
Support meal preparation by organizing ingredients and assisting culinary staff with food assembly as needed.
Follow strict food safety guidelines related to handling, storage, and sanitation to prevent contamination.
Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to coordinate workflow and ensure timely meal service.

Experience

Previous experience working in a food service environment such as restaurants or catering is highly desirable.
Experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is a plus, demonstrating familiarity with special dietary needs and menu planning.
Knowledge of food safety management practices and adherence to safety standards in production is essential.
Skills in food industry techniques including knife skills, slicing techniques, and recipe adherence are beneficial.
Prior experience operating kitchen equipment like dishwashers or slicers helps ensure efficiency and safety in daily tasks.
Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with kitchen staff and understanding of food handling procedures are important.
Exposure to culinary environments involving meal prep, catering services, or restaurant operations will support success in this role.

This position is an excellent entry point for individuals passionate about the culinary arts who want to grow their skills while contributing to a safe and welcoming food service environment. We value dedication to cleanliness, safety standards, and teamwork—qualities that make our kitchen thrive!

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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kitchen help jobs in santa maria ca

Dishwasher/Food Prep

El Pollo Loco Team Member

Wendy's Crew Member

Taco Bell Crew Member

Cook/Kitchen Hand

Kitchen Team

Service Team

Heart of House Cook

Food Services Specialist - Multiple Shifts

Crew Member

Taquero

Dishwasher BR20260706

Cook - Substitute, Head Start

Dishwasher

Bartender

DISHWASHER (FULL TIME)

Busser/Host

WESTERLY PART-TIME AM PREP COOK – SUNDAY AVAILABILITY REQUIRED

Line Cook/Prep Cook/Lead Cooks

Santa Maria Brigaid Chef

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