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Cook Jobs in Pasadena

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3 cook gigs open right now in Pasadena

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Pasta Cook
Mi Piace
Cook📍 Pasadena$1/hr

Mi Piace in Pasadena seeks a driven pasta cook who is detail oriented and passionate about handmade pasta. The ideal candidate is reliable and dedicated to delivering delicious food. A great fit for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Sushi Roku Pasadena
Line Cook - Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku Pasadena
Cook📍 PasadenaOpen to discussion

Sushi Roku in Pasadena is hiring a skilled line cook to join their team. They're looking for a talented individual with a passion for sushi. Competitive opportunity in a high-end restaurant setting.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Hillstone
Cook
Hillstone
Cook📍 PasadenaOpen to discussion

Cook job at Hillstone in Pasadena.

Apply now → 11 wks ago
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FAQ

How do I get a cook job in Pasadena?
The fastest route in Pasadena is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Pasadena bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a cook in Pasadena?
Plenty of Pasadena venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most cook jobs here.
How much do cooks make in Pasadena?
Pasadena kitchens keep line cooks in steady demand across Old Pasadena, the Playhouse District and South Lake Avenue. Most working Pasadena cooks take home roughly $18–$28 an hour.
What is Startender?
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