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Prep Cook
at Beach City Deli & BBQ1714 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA|Onsite
Starting from $17.00
Hourly
Seasonal
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Split Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Free Meals
Flexible Schedule
Line Cook
at Olive GardenOrange, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $22.50
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Line Cook
at Ruth's ChrisIrvine, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $24.25
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Line Cook
at Olive GardenHuntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $22.50
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement
Line Cook
at Ruth's ChrisLong Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $24.25
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Line Cook
at Olive GardenSanta Ana, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $22.50
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Line Cook
at Ruth's ChrisLong Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $24.25
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
training and career growth opportunities
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Wok Line Cook
at Din Tai FungCosta Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $26.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Commuter Spending Accounts
401(k) plan with Company Match
Employee assistance program
discounts through BenefitHub
Wellness and health reimbursements
Employee meal discounts
opportunities for growth
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Topside Line Cook
at Marriott International, IncNewport Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $28.80
Hourly
Temporary
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Hotel Room Discounts
Gift shop discounts
Food and beverage discounts
Learning and development opportunities
recognition programs
wellness programs
Motivating management
Line Cook
at Ruth's ChrisIrvine, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $24.25
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Line Cook ( Part Time)
at Polly's PiesFullerton, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.00
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Equal opportunity employer
competitive hourly wage
flexible scheduling
Team-oriented environment
Opportunities for skill development
Holiday and weekend shifts available
supportive leadership
Line Cook/Prep Cook - PM Shift
at SaltedAnaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $24.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Split Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Career Development
Education
growth opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Line Cook at Earl of Sandwich
at Earl EnterprisesAnaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Meal allowance
Professional development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Line Cook/Prep Cook – AM Shift
at SaltedCosta Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $20.00
Hourly
Hourly
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Career Development
education opportunities
growth opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Paid sick time
Free Meals
Referral Bonus Program
Grill Cook
at SodexoCosta Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $25.00
Hourly
Full-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
ongoing training and development
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Discount Programs
Hilton Buena Park Anaheim - Line Cook
at Aimbridge HospitalityBuena Park, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.88
Hourly
Full-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Daily Pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
401k Retirement Plan
Cook
at Panda Restaurant GroupAnaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
From $25.00 to $28.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Great pay
Free Meals
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
short-term disability insurance
Cancer income protection insurance
health care flexible spending account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401K with company match
vacation
sick leave
Bereavement leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
Paid training
Career development opportunities
opportunities for growth
Cook
at Panda Restaurant GroupOrange, CA, USA|Onsite
From $25.00 to $28.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Great pay
Free meals while working at Panda
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Cancer income protection insurance
health care flexible spending account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401K with company match
Vacation leave
sick leave
Bereavement or funeral leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
Opportunity to give back to your community
Hands-on paid training
Ongoing career and leadership development
Opportunities for growth into management positions
Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
191 Entry Level Line Cook Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA - May 2026
Browse 191 entry level Line Cook jobs in Costa Mesa, 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 Line Cook Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA
Employers in Costa Mesa, CA are actively hiring entry level Line Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.
Recent Entry Level Line Cook Openings
There have been 2 new jobs for Line Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.
Entry Level Line Cook Salary in Costa Mesa, CA
Entry level Line Cook pay in Costa Mesa, CA typically ranges from $41,600 per year to $54,100 per year, with average earnings near $49,900 per year or $24 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $41,600 per year
- Average wage: $49,900 per year or $24 per hour
- Highest wage: $54,100 per year
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Why Entry Level Line Cook Jobs Are Common in Costa Mesa, CA
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Costa Mesa, CA create steady demand for entry level Line Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.
Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Line Cook Roles
Frequent employers hiring entry level Line Cook roles in Costa Mesa, CA include:
- Din Tai Fung
- Sodexo
Line Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Costa Mesa, CA
Many entry level Line Cook jobs in Costa Mesa, CA offer Employee meal discounts, 401k Retirement Plan, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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