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MMixt
Salad Maker/Line Cook NEW
Mixt
Cook📍 San Francisco$20/hr

Description Join the growing MIXT family! We’re seeking passionate Salad Makers to join our growing team! If you love connecting over delicious food, delivering standout guest experiences, and thriving in a fast-paced re

Apply now → 18 hrs ago
HHouse of Blues
Cook - Punch Line San Francisco
House of Blues
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion
Apply now → 1 day ago
SSSA Group
Food Service - Food Service Cook
SSA Group
Cook📍 San Francisco$19/hr

Food Service Cook Who are we: For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused. We bring together admissions

Apply now → 3 days ago
AAlways Fishing Hospitality Group
Event Cook
Always Fishing Hospitality Group
Cook📍 San Francisco$25/hr

Event Cook Always Fishing Hospitality Group is looking to hire a commendable cook to work events in various locations. You will work for hand and hand with the Head Chef to ensure all of the food is produced properly and

Apply now → 3 days ago
IIvy Living
Cook - Job Fair Thurs., September 10!
Ivy Living
Cook📍 San Francisco$23/hr

The Ivy at Golden Gate, a premier senior living community, seeks skilled cooks for its full scratch kitchen. Full-time positions offer $23-$24 per hour and flexible shifts. Apply online before the hiring event on September 10th.

Apply now → 6 days ago
GGreens Restaurant
Lead Line Cook
Greens Restaurant
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Greens Restaurant in San Francisco seeks a skilled Lead Line Cook who is passionate about cooking with great ingredients. This role offers $28-$30/hour plus daily tips and a 4-5 day workweek. Experienced cooks who value seasonal produce and team collaboration are a good fit.

Apply now → 6 days ago
HHotel Julian
Cook
Hotel Julian
Cook📍 San Francisco$23/hr

Upscale establishment seeks skilled cook to prepare high-quality meals and maintain a clean workspace. The ideal candidate follows recipes with precision and communicates effectively with staff. Competitive full-time position with opportunities for growth.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
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Cook
Lucky Strike
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion
Apply now → 1 wk ago
AASM Global
All Other Cook AOC - Hot and Cold Station
ASM Global
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion
Apply now → 1 wk ago
HHashiri+M
Line Cook
Hashiri+M
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Hashiri San Francisco, a seasonal ingredient-focused restaurant, seeks a skilled line cook. The role offers $21-$24 hourly pay, depending on experience. A passion for peak ingredients and culinary craft is a must.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
Hhed11
Line Cook
hed11
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Michelin-recognized modern Thai restaurant in San Francisco's Kimpton Hotel Enso seeks a skilled Line Cook with 3+ years of experience. The ideal candidate is a team player with attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean station. Modern Thai cuisine experience is a plus.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
MMarina Beach Wine
Line Cook
Marina Beach Wine
Cook📍 San Francisco$20/hr

Marina Beach in San Francisco's Marina District seeks a skilled Line Cook to prepare heritage-driven South Asian dishes. The ideal candidate is a team player with a passion for vibrant, thoughtful cuisine. Natural wines and a relaxed atmosphere complement the menu.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
BBouche
Cook Wanted
Bouche
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Bouche is hiring a line cook to join their team. They're looking for skilled culinary professionals. Apply with a resume for consideration.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
TThe Pacific-Union Club
Station Cook
The Pacific-Union Club
Cook📍 San Francisco$30/hr

The Pacific-Union Club seeks skilled Station Cooks to join its culinary team, preparing exceptional cuisine for various events. This role offers career stability, strong union wages, and refined culinary standards. A prestigious private club in San Francisco, it demands dependable and skilled culinary professionals.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
IItria
Line Cook
Itria
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Itria, a Michelin-featured Italian restaurant, seeks an experienced line cook to join its seasoned team. The ideal candidate is organized and hard-working, able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Locally-sourced ingredients and handmade pastas drive the menu.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
WWolfsbane
Line Cook
Wolfsbane
Cook📍 San Francisco$19/hr

Wolfsbane, a premier fine dining restaurant in San Francisco, seeks a skilled Line Cook. The ideal candidate is passionate about seasonal ingredients and sophisticated technique. Hourly pay, tips, and service charge are offered.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
OOren's Hummus
Cook Wanted
Oren's Hummus
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Oren's Hummus seeks a skilled cook to join their kitchen team. This fast-paced role requires a detail-oriented and organized individual. Apply in person or email a resume to the VP of Operations.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
TThe Plant
Cook Wanted
The Plant
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

The Plant, a cafe, seeks a skilled cook to join their team. They're looking for a talented individual to contribute to their kitchen. Send resumes to jobs@theplantcafe.com for consideration.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
TTIYA
Line Cook
TIYA
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Experienced line cook needed for cold appetizer section. Skilled and efficient candidates preferred. Kitchen experience required.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
CCholita Linda
Cook Wanted
Cholita Linda
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Cholita Linda seeks a skilled cook to join their team. This role requires flexibility with mornings, afternoons, or evenings. A passionate and motivated individual is desired.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
OOutta Sight Pizza
Pizza Cook
Outta Sight Pizza
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Outta Sight Pizza seeks experienced cooks with 3+ years of pizza making experience to join their team at one of their two San Francisco locations. They offer a fun and lively work environment with opportunities for catering and events. A top-rated pizzeria with national recognition.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
PPacific Catch 03 -9th Ave.
Line Cook
Pacific Catch 03 -9th Ave.
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion

Experienced line cooks are needed to deliver first-class service in a high-end venue. A passion for quality food and exceptional guest experiences is required. Outstanding culinary skills are a must.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
HHouse of Blues
Cook- Cobb's Comedy Club
House of Blues
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion
Apply now → 4 wks ago
HHouse of Blues
Cook-
House of Blues
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion
Apply now → 4 wks ago
HHillstone
Prep Cook
Hillstone
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion
Apply now → 4 wks ago
HHillstone
Line Cook
Hillstone
Cook📍 San FranciscoOpen to discussion
Apply now → 4 wks ago
MMcCalls Catering & Events
Prep Cook
McCalls Catering & Events
Cook📍 San FranciscoInquire for pay

Cook job at McCalls Catering & Events in San Francisco.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
SSergeant Ma
Line Cook
Sergeant Ma
Cook📍 San FranciscoInquire for pay

Cook job at Sergeant Ma in San Francisco.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
AAbacá
Line Cook
Abacá
Cook📍 San Francisco$25/hr

Cook job at Abacá in San Francisco.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
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How do I get a cook job in San Francisco?
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Do you need experience to work as a cook in San Francisco?
Plenty of San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
San Francisco’s dense restaurant market pays cooks strong hourly rates, with prep, line and catering work all in demand. Most working San Francisco cooks take home roughly $19–$30 an hour.
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