Line Cook Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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There are currently 229 Line Cook jobs in San Mateo, CA hiring this May 2026. These openings are a great way to earn income, gain experience, and work at a location close to you.

If you want to work as a Line Cook, local opportunities make it easy to get started, whether you're experienced or new to the job.

Why Choose a Line Cook Job in Your Area

Working as a Line Cook in San Mateo offers many benefits:

  • Convenient location - work near your home or in your neighborhood
  • Fast hiring process - many employers are hiring now
  • No degree required - learn while you work
  • Flexible scheduling - choose shifts that fit your lifestyle
  • Valuable experience - build skills to grow your career

You can apply to Line Cook positions close to you, whether in restaurants, hotels, or catering services. Some jobs require prior experience, but many are entry-level and provide training.

If you’re looking for Line Cook work in your area, Line Cook jobs close to you, or local Line Cook openings with no experience required, there are real opportunities available.

What Employers Look for in a Line Cook

Every workplace is different, but most employers want someone who:

  • Arrives on time
  • Communicates clearly
  • Works well with others
  • Follows instructions and stays focused
  • Learns quickly on the job

Depending on the business, Line Cook duties may include food preparation, assisting kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, or managing orders.

How to Apply for Line Cook Jobs Near You in San Mateo, CA

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  1. Browse the 229 Line Cook jobs in your area listed on this page
  2. Choose the ones that match your skills or availability
  3. Click apply - you'll need to create an account, which only takes a minute

These are real local jobs available now. If you’re ready to start, apply today.

Top Paying Line Cook Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Line Cook

at LE002 Flagship Facility Services LLC
San Francisco, CA, USA|
Exact $35.00

Exact $35.00

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

competitive pay

competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Line Cook

at Sizzler
Fremont, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $19.50

From $18.00 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Hayward, CA, USA|Onsite
From $17.79 to $24.00

From $17.79 to $24.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

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 The Little Store
Daly, CA, USA|Onsite
From $22.00 to $24.00

From $22.00 to $24.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Line Cook

at Aegis Living
Fremont, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Defined Growth Opportunities

Defined Growth Opportunities

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

sick pay

sick pay

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

401k plan

Line Cook

at Just Fare
Oakland, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $23.00

Exact $23.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401k

401k

Commuter Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Meals provided onsite

Meals provided onsite

cell phone stipend

cell phone stipend

Line Cook

at Macaroni Grill - El Cerrito (31347)
Daly, CA, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Meal Allowances

Meal Allowances

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Line Cook

at Ono Hawaiian BBQ
Daly, CA, USA|
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

Meal Allowances

Meal Allowances

Training and Development

Training and Development

Line Cook

at Steins Beer Garden & Restaurant
Mountain View, CA, USA|Onsite
From $19.20 to $23.00

From $19.20 to $23.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

hourly pay

hourly pay

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

Merit-based shift scheduling

Merit-based shift scheduling

Higher pay with experience

Higher pay with experience

dynamic work environment

dynamic work environment

opportunity for skill development

opportunity for skill development

Supportive team atmosphere

Supportive team atmosphere

Prep Cook and Line Cook

at The Magnolia of Millbrae
San Mateo, CA, USA|Onsite
From $24.00 to $27.00

From $24.00 to $27.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

401(k)

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Lead Line Cook

at SPQR
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $24.00

From $20.00 to $24.00

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid sick time

Paid sick time

Consistent scheduling

Consistent scheduling

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Staff meals

Staff meals

tip share

tip share

Professional work environment

Professional work environment

uniforms

uniforms

room for growth

room for growth

Line Cook - PABU

at Mina Group
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.00

Exact $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Daily family meal

Daily family meal

Meal Discount

Meal Discount

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Line Cook/Prep Cook - Part Time

at Salted
San Mateo, CA, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $23.00

From $19.00 to $23.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Career Development

Career Development

education opportunities

education opportunities

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

Medical Plan

Medical Plan

dental plan

dental plan

vision plan

vision plan

401k with employer match

401k with employer match

Free nutritious meals

Free nutritious meals

Paid sick time

Paid sick time

Referral Bonus Program

Referral Bonus Program

Dinner Line Cook

at Sheraton San Jose Silicon Valley
Fremont, CA, USA|Onsite
From $24.00 to $25.00

From $24.00 to $25.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

401(k)

401(k)

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

room discounts

room discounts

Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

Buca Line Cook

at Jackmont Hospitality
Palo Alto, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

meal discounts

meal discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

employee discount

employee discount

Prep Cook (Line Cook)

at Dave & Buster's - Daly City
Daly, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.62 to $20.25

From $16.62 to $20.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

No experience required

No experience required

Full-time Line Cook

at The Argonaut, a Noble House Hotel
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $24.15

Exact $24.15

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

paid sick days

paid sick days

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Referral program

Referral program

Educational Assistance Program

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform program

Uniform program

on-demand pay

on-demand pay

Line Cook, SFO Airport

at High Flying Foods
San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $27.00

Exact $27.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision

Vision

Life insurance

Life insurance

Union retirement pension

Union retirement pension

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

free airport parking

free airport parking

Free Employee Meals

Free Employee Meals

Line Cook - Flexible Scheduling

at Chili's
Fremont, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.80 to $19.50

From $16.80 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Opportunities for career advancement

Opportunities for career advancement

supportive team culture

supportive team culture

competitive hourly wage

competitive hourly wage

tip earnings

tip earnings

Line Cook, SFO Airport

at High Flying Foods
Hayward, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $27.00

Exact $27.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Hourly rate: $27/hr

Hourly rate: $27/hr

Excellent work/life balance

Excellent work/life balance

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Union retirement pension

Union retirement pension

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

free airport parking

free airport parking

Free Employee Meals

Free Employee Meals

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Line Cook - Fremont Chili's

at Chili's
Fremont, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.00 to $19.00

From $16.00 to $19.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

team environment

team environment

Fast hiring process

Fast hiring process

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Paid training

Paid training

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