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Cook

at KFC
Corona, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $20.00 - $22.00

Range $20.00 - $22.00

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Cook

at Management & Training Corporation
San Bernardino, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $24.86

Exact $24.86

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

prescription insurance

prescription insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Professional development assistance

Professional development assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Cook

at Denny's
San Bernardino, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $14.75 - $19.75

Range $14.75 - $19.75

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Training and Development

Training and Development

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

team environment

team environment

Cook

at IHOP
Rialto, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

employee discount

employee discount

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

career advancement

career advancement

Kitchen Cook

at Cardenas Markets LLC
Montclair, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.15 - $21.89

Range $19.15 - $21.89

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Evening Cook

at Aramark
Redlands, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Optical insurance

Optical insurance

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Disability Coverage

Disability Coverage

Work-life balance assistance

Work-life balance assistance

Line Cook

at Ryan Restaurant Corp
Redlands, CA, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Schedule flexibility

Schedule flexibility

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

meal benefits

meal benefits

career growth

career growth

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

Line Cook

at Wood Ranch
Riverside, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.25 - $20.50

Range $16.25 - $20.50

Full-time

Full-time

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Riverside, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $22.25

Range $16.90 - $22.25

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Training and Development

Training and Development

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Cook

at Applebee's
San Bernardino, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $23.00

Exact $23.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages plus tips

Competitive wages plus tips

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

meal discounts

meal discounts

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Grill Cook/Cashier

at Redlands Community Hospital - DIETARY
Redlands, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $23.00 - $25.09

Range $23.00 - $25.09

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee wellness programs

Employee wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Kitchen Cook

at Cardenas Markets LLC
Fontana, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.15 - $21.89

Range $19.15 - $21.89

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Paid training

Paid training

Kitchen Cook

at Cardenas Markets LLC
Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.15 - $21.89

Range $19.15 - $21.89

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Line Cook

at Sizzler
San Bernardino, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.00 - $18.00

Range $17.00 - $18.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

team meals

team meals

employee discount

employee discount

401(k)

401(k)

Line Cook

at Farmer Boys
Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00

Exact $20.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

employee discount

employee discount

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Moreno Valley, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $22.25

Range $16.90 - $22.25

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Line Cook

at Farmer Boys
Moreno Valley, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00

Exact $20.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Line Cook

at Ojos Locos
San Bernardino, CA, USA|
Range $16.25 - $20.25

Range $16.25 - $20.25

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Meal Allowances

Meal Allowances

Prep-Cook

at Lutheran Social Services of Southern California
San Bernardino, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $18.00 - $22.00

Range $18.00 - $22.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Prep Cook

at Olive Garden
San Bernardino, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $21.50

Range $16.90 - $21.50

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

discounts

discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Prep Cook / Dishwasher

at Eureka Restaurant Group
Redlands, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

employee discount

employee discount

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee wellness programs

Employee wellness programs

Line Cook I

at Scripps College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.50 - $21.00

Range $19.50 - $21.00

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Professional Development

Professional Development

Pizza Cook

at California Pizza Kitchen
Riverside, CA, USA|
Range $16.90 - $20.90

Range $16.90 - $20.90

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Flexible Shifts

Flexible Shifts

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

benefits

benefits

Excellent Training Program

Excellent Training Program

Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities

Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities

Team Member Dining Discounts

Team Member Dining Discounts

Diverse Culture

Diverse Culture

holiday closures

holiday closures

Pizza Cook

at California Pizza Kitchen
Riverside, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $20.90

Range $16.90 - $20.90

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Flexible Shifts

Flexible Shifts

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

benefits

benefits

Excellent Training Program

Excellent Training Program

Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities

Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities

Team Member Dining Discounts

Team Member Dining Discounts

Diverse Culture

Diverse Culture

holiday closures

holiday closures

Concession Cook ONT Field

at Legends Global
Ontario, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $26.25

Exact $26.25

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Training and Development

Training and Development

competitive hourly wage

competitive hourly wage

56 Entry Level Cook Jobs in Riverside, CA - July 2026

Browse 56 entry level Cook jobs in Riverside, CA. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Cook Jobs in Riverside, CA

Employers in Riverside, CA are actively hiring entry level Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Cook Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Cook Salary in Riverside, CA

Entry level Cook pay in Riverside, CA typically ranges from $42,100 per year to $42,100 per year, with average earnings near $41,600 per year or $20 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $42,100 per year
  • Average wage: $41,600 per year or $20 per hour
  • Highest wage: $42,100 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Cook roles in Riverside, CA using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

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Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Cook Jobs Are Common in Riverside, CA

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Riverside, CA create steady demand for entry level Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Cook Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Cook roles in Riverside, CA include:

  • El Pollo Loco

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Riverside, CA

Many entry level Cook jobs in Riverside, CA offer Hotels and more, flexible spending accounts, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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