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EEvolution Hospitality
AC Hotel Sunnyvale Cupertino - Cook NEW
Evolution Hospitality
Cook📍 San Jose$21/hr

Join Our Team as a Cook! Ready to turn up the heat? As our Cook, you’ll be the go-to expert for preparing and supervising food across all outlets — from the restaurant and café to room service, the employee cafeteria, an

Apply now → 13 hrs ago
HHaNoi Bistro
Grill/Line Cook NEW
HaNoi Bistro
Cook📍 San Jose$38/hr

Join Our Team as a Grill/Line Cook at Cupertino Pho Ha Noi! Are you a skilled cook with a passion for creating delicious dishes? Cupertino Pho Ha Noi, located in Cupertino, CA, is looking for an experienced Grill/Line Co

Apply now → 1 day ago
DDriftwood Hospitality Management
Line Cook
Driftwood Hospitality Management
Cook📍 San Jose$22/hr

Description Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftw

Apply now → 1 day ago
TTETRA Hotel
Cook Experience Curator
TETRA Hotel
Cook📍 SunnyvaleOpen to discussion

Luxury hotel seeking a skilled cook to deliver exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate is a team player with a passion for culinary excellence. TETRA Hotel offers a unique and refined environment.

Apply now → 1 day ago
IIvy Living
Cook
Ivy Living
Cook📍 San Jose$22/hr

Cooks for Full Scratch Kitchen Needed! Shifts, Time, and Days: Monday-Friday PM Pay Range: $22-24/ hr Ellore Senior Living is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakm

Apply now → 2 days ago
SStarbird Chicken
Line Cook
Starbird Chicken
Cook📍 San Jose$11/hr

Description Why Work at Starbird? Our employees are the lifeblood of our organization. We make sure that each person is given the training and tools to be the best they can be and we believe in promoting from within our

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PPizza Bocca Lupo
Pizza Cook
Pizza Bocca Lupo
Cook📍 San Jose$10/hr

Join the Pizza Bocca Lupo Team as a Kitchen Team Member! Are you passionate about great food and looking to be part of a fun, fast-paced team? Pizza Bocca Lupo, your friendly neighborhood artisan pizzeria located in the

Apply now → 3 days ago
EEataly North America
Lead Pastry Cook
Eataly North America
Cook📍 San Jose$25/hr

Job Description Job Description Company Description Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – b

Apply now → 3 days ago
TTKS Restaurants
Line Cook
TKS Restaurants
Cook📍 San Jose$15/hr

Job purpose To participate in day to day kitchen operations by controlling quality of food, labor, inventory of product and flow of kitchen. Maintain a clean and sanitary work area. Essential Functions To accomplish this

Apply now → 3 days ago
BBon Appetit
PIZZA GRILL COOK (FULL TIME)
Bon Appetit
Cook📍 San Jose$14/hr

Job Description Job Description We are hiring immediately for a full time PIZZA GRILL COOK position. Location : Uber - 200 South Mathilda Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : F

Apply now → 3 days ago
JJACKIE CATERS LLC
Line Cook
JACKIE CATERS LLC
Cook📍 San Jose$16/hr

Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a Line Cook to join the team at our busy restaurant. In this positio

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BBon Appetit
PREP COOK (FULL TIME)
Bon Appetit
Cook📍 San Jose$16/hr

Job Description Job Description We are hiring immediately for a full time PREP COOK position. Location : 1143 Coleman Avenue, San Jose, CA 95110. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time; Monday thro

Apply now → 3 days ago
TTestarossa Winery
Kitchen Cook
Testarossa Winery
Cook📍 San Jose$39/hr

Job Description Job Description Description: The Testarossa Winery culinary team caters our onsite corporate and social events with Seasonal Farm-to-Table California Cuisine with world influences at a fine dining level,

Apply now → 3 days ago
CCamela Food Llc
Italian Pasta Cook
Camela Food Llc
Cook📍 San Jose$23/hr

Job Description Job Description Job Posting: Italian Pasta Cook (Experienced) Willow Glen – San Jose, CA Join our team at one of San Jose’s most beautiful and authentic Southern Italian restaurants, located in the heart

Apply now → 3 days ago
PPIANURA FOODS INC
Line Cook
PIANURA FOODS INC
Cook📍 San Jose$15/hr

Job Description Job Description About Us: Locanda Ischia is a warm and inviting, family-owned Italian restaurant dedicated to providing an authentic dining experience. We are passionate about great food, quality ingredie

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CCamela Food Llc
Salad Line Cook
Camela Food Llc
Cook📍 San Jose$14/hr

Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Job Summary We are seeking a Salad Line Cook to join the team at our busy restaurant. In this position, you will be responsible

Apply now → 3 days ago
AAvolta
Hot Foods Cook
Avolta
Cook📍 San Jose$15/hr

Airport Location: San Jose Airport F&B Advertised Compensation: $22.50 to Hot Foods Cook 510500 Summary: The Hot Foods Cook is responsible for preparing cooked foods and must be able to perform all station functions of F

Apply now → 4 days ago
DDough Zone USA
Cook/Cocinero (CA - North San Jose)
Dough Zone USA
Cook📍 San Jose$41/hr

Dough Zone Dumpling House seeks a skilled cook to join their team. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and dedicated to delivering top-notch cuisine. This Asian fusion restaurant offers a dynamic kitchen environment.

Apply now → 4 days ago
PPacific Catch
Line Cook - PM & Weekend Shifts
Pacific Catch
Cook📍 San Jose$18/hr

Pacific Catch seeks experienced line cooks for part-time PM and weekend shifts. The ideal candidate provides top-notch hospitality and embodies the company's core values. Exceptional individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment are a good fit.

Apply now → 5 days ago
PPacific Catch
Line Cook - PM Dinner Shifts
Pacific Catch
Cook📍 San Jose$18/hr

Pacific Catch seeks experienced line cooks who deliver top-notch hospitality. Ideal candidates embody exceptional service and teamwork. Competitive opportunity in a dynamic dinner shift environment.

Apply now → 5 days ago
GGyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Cook
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Cook📍 San Jose$16/hr

Job Description Job Description Title : Cook Employment Type : Hourly Job Description : The Cook prepares meals by chopping vegetables, slicing meats, making salads, and cooking / assembling appetizers & entrees. In addi

Apply now → 5 days ago
PPACIFIC CATCH INC
Line Cook - PM Dinner Shifts
PACIFIC CATCH INC
Cook📍 San Jose$12/hr

Pacific Catch seeks experienced line cooks who deliver top-notch hospitality. Ideal candidates embody exceptional service and teamwork. Competitive opportunity in a dynamic dinner shift environment.

Apply now → 5 days ago
PPACIFIC CATCH INC
Line Cook - PM & Weekend Shifts
PACIFIC CATCH INC
Cook📍 San Jose$13/hr

Pacific Catch seeks experienced line cooks who deliver exceptional hospitality. Ideal candidates embody the company's core values and provide first-class service. Weekend and evening shifts available.

Apply now → 6 days ago
SSkyChefs, LLC
Korean Cuisine Cook
SkyChefs, LLC
Cook📍 San Jose$28/hr

SkyChefs with over 75 years of Catering history would like to add outgoing, team players to prepare products for our airline customers. SkyChefs is the world’s leading provider of end-to-end on-board airline products and

Apply now → 6 days ago
PPacific Catch 12 -Sunnyvale
Line Cook - PM Dinner Shifts
Pacific Catch 12 -Sunnyvale
Cook📍 SunnyvaleOpen to discussion

Experienced line cooks are needed for PM dinner shifts at a high-end venue. First-class service and culinary skill are a must. Competitive candidates have a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Apply now → 6 days ago
MMorton's The Steakhouse
Line Cook (Upscale / Fine Dining)
Morton's The Steakhouse
Cook📍 San JoseOpen to discussion
Apply now → 1 wk ago
PPacific Catch 09 -Palo Alto
Line Cook
Pacific Catch 09 -Palo Alto
Cook📍 Palo AltoOpen to discussion

Experienced line cooks are needed to deliver first-class service in a high-end venue. A passion for quality food and excellent guest experience is required. Competitive candidates have a strong culinary background.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
PProtégé
Pastry Cook
Protégé
Cook📍 Palo AltoOpen to discussion

Protégé, a Michelin-starred restaurant, seeks a motivated Pastry Cook to join its team. Morning availability is required with flexible start times. The venue offers a culture of genuine hospitality and professional growth.

Apply now → 4 wks ago
AASM Global
Concessions Cook - Shoreline Amphitheater
ASM Global
Cook📍 Mountain ViewOpen to discussion
Apply now → 5 wks ago
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Line Cook - Restaurant
Restaurant
Cook📍 Santa ClaraOpen to discussion
Apply now → 6 wks ago
TThe Barbeque Pit
Cook Wanted
The Barbeque Pit
Cook📍 San JoseOpen to discussion

The Barbeque Pit seeks a skilled cook to join their team, offering competitive pay and a tip pool averaging $9.80 hourly. Free meals are provided every shift.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
SSouth Winchester BBQ
Cook Wanted
South Winchester BBQ
Cook📍 San JoseOpen to discussion

South Winchester BBQ seeks a skilled cook for competitive pay and perks, including $9.80 hourly and a free meal every shift. The ideal candidate values teamwork and quality food. A supportive work environment is provided.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
OOren's Hummus Shop
Cook Wanted
Oren's Hummus Shop
Cook📍 Mountain ViewOpen to discussion

Oren's Hummus Shop seeks a skilled cook to join their kitchen team. The ideal candidate is a team player with a passion for preparing high-quality dishes. Competitive opportunities available in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
EEataly
Pastry Cook
Eataly
Cook📍 Santa ClaraOpen to discussion
Apply now → 7 wks ago
TTopgolf
Cook - Full Time Evenings
Topgolf
Cook📍 San JoseOpen to discussion

Cook job at Topgolf in San Jose.

Apply now → 12 wks ago
EEataly
Lead Pastry Cook
Eataly
Cook📍 Santa ClaraOpen to discussion

Cook job at Eataly in Santa Clara.

Apply now → 13 wks ago
ZZaytinya Palo Alto
PM Line Cook
Zaytinya Palo Alto
Cook📍 Palo AltoOpen to discussion

Join a innovative kitchen team as a line cook. Passionate and skilled cooks wanted to help drive culinary excellence. Competitive environment with opportunities to grow.

Apply now → 17 wks ago
ZZaytinya Palo Alto
AM Line Cook
Zaytinya Palo Alto
Cook📍 Palo AltoOpen to discussion

Join a revolutionary kitchen as an AM line cook. Passionate and skilled cooks wanted to drive culinary innovation. Competitive team environment.

Apply now → 17 wks ago
ZZaytinya Palo Alto
PM Prep Cook
Zaytinya Palo Alto
Cook📍 Palo AltoOpen to discussion

Join a revolutionary kitchen as a PM Prep Cook. A motivated and skilled team player is needed to drive culinary excellence. Competitive team with a mission to make a difference.

Apply now → 17 wks ago
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FAQ

How do I get a cook job in San Jose?
The fastest route in San Jose 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. San Jose bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a cook in San Jose?
Plenty of San Jose 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 Jose?
San Jose's restaurant scene staffs cooks across Downtown San Jose, Santana Row and Santa Clara, with prep and line work both open. Most working San Jose cooks take home roughly $19–$31 an hour.
What is Startender?
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