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Line Cook at Olive Garden

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.45 to $25.00

From $18.45 to $25.00

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Olive Garden is a well-established restaurant chain known for its dedication to providing a warm and welcoming dining experience inspired by Italian cuisine. At Olive Garden, the focus is on creating an...

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Line Cook at Olive Garden

Milpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.20 to $24.75

From $18.20 to $24.75

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Olive Garden is a renowned Italian-themed casual dining restaurant chain dedicated to delivering authentic Italian cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere. With a strong emphasis on family, hospitality, and...

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Kitchen Line Cook at Dave & Buster's

Milpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
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Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Dave & Buster's is a well-known entertainment venue that blends the excitement of dining with an extensive array of arcade games, sports viewing, and live entertainment. Founded with the goal to create a fun...

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Line Cook/Prep Cook at Olive Garden

Milpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
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Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Olive Garden is a well-known Italian restaurant chain that prides itself on delivering a warm and inviting dining experience. Known for its hearty Italian cuisine and family-friendly atmosphere, Olive Garden...

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Line Cook at True Food Kitchen

Milpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
From $23.00 to $27.00

From $23.00 to $27.00

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True Food Kitchen is a renowned full-service restaurant collection with numerous locations scattered across the United States, celebrated for its dedication to serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted...

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Back of House - Line Cook at GOTTS PARTNERS LP

San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
From $17.80 to $23.14

From $17.80 to $23.14

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Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Gott's Roadside is a renowned restaurant chain known for its dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences through quality food and outstanding customer service. With a focus on fresh ingredients and...

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Line Cook and Food Prep at Chelokababi Persian Cuisine

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
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Day Shifts

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Entry Level (1-2 years)

Chelokababi Persian Cuisine is a vibrant and stylish Persian restaurant located in Sunnyvale, renowned for its dedication to serving authentic and traditional Persian fare. Run by Middle Eastern expatriates,...

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Pantry cook at California Pizza Kitchen

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.70 to $22.70

From $18.70 to $22.70

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California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in innovative and globally inspired pizzas, pastas, salads, and other culinary delights. Founded over 35 years ago, CPK...

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Pasta cook at California Pizza Kitchen

Santa Clara, CA, USA|
From $18.70 to $23.70

From $18.70 to $23.70

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California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain that has been delivering innovative, California-inspired cuisine to guests for over 35 years. Founded on a philosophy known as...

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Utility/Line Chef at goop Kitchen

Sunnyvale, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.00

Exact $19.00

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Goop Kitchen is a modern culinary brand founded in 2021 by Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle company, Goop. It operates as a delivery-first food concept emphasizing the use of clean, nutrient-dense ingredients...

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Cook at Sodexo

Mountain View, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $30.45

Exact $30.45

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Flexible

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Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, dedicated to improving everyday experiences for individuals and communities. Operating worldwide, Sodexo partners with various clients to offer...

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Prep Cook at Olive Garden

Milpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.20 to $23.75

From $18.20 to $23.75

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Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant chain specializing in authentic Italian dining experiences, known for its commitment to quality, hospitality, and family values. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on...

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Prep Cook at Treehouse Sunnyvale, L.L.C.

Sunnyvale, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $29.00

Exact $29.00

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Starwood Hotels is a renowned luxury hotel brand management company affiliated with the global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels has grown...

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Cook III at Marriott International, Inc

San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $32.20

Exact $32.20

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Marriott International is a globally recognized hospitality company renowned for its dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Among its portfolio of prestigious brands, JW Marriott stands out as...

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Cook at Sodexo

Santa Clara, CA, USA|
From $24.50 to $25.50

From $24.50 to $25.50

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Flexible

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Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, known for its comprehensive range of services including food service, catering, facilities management, and integrated solutions that enhance the daily...

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Cook - K12 (5700) at GENUINE FOODS

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
From $22.00 to $24.00

From $22.00 to $24.00

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Genuine Foods is a dynamic social enterprise dedicated to creating nourishing food environments in schools and workplaces through offering great-tasting and wholesome meals made from genuine ingredients. As a...

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BOH Kitchen Cook 1 at THE PLEX LLC

Santa Clara, CA, USA|
From $18.45 to $20.00

From $18.45 to $20.00

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Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Health Insurance

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The Plex is a premier family entertainment and event destination that integrates fun, fitness, and dining within a vast 240,000 square feet facility. This unique venue operates three distinct businesses under...

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Line - Jr. Sous at Urban Plates

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
From $17.95 to $20.00

From $17.95 to $20.00

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Urban Plates LLC is a restaurant company dedicated to changing the way the world eats by delivering fresh, high-quality, and thoughtfully prepared meals to its guests. Their core mission emphasizes creating a...

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Cook at Home Depot

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00

Exact $20.00

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California Fish Grill is a renowned restaurant brand known for its commitment to delivering quality seafood dishes while upholding strict standards of food safety, sanitation, and customer satisfaction. As a...

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BOH Kitchen Cook 1 at Citizen Advocates

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
From $17.95 to $20.00

From $17.95 to $20.00

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The Plex is a multifaceted entertainment and recreational establishment that serves as a premier destination for family fun, fitness, sports, dining, and social events. Located under one expansive 240,000...

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Cook at Lucky Strike Entertainment

Milpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $22.00

From $19.00 to $22.00

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Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly known as Bowlero Corp, stands as one of the premier location-based entertainment companies globally. Operating over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike...

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Cook at Bowlero Corp

Fremont, CA, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $22.00

From $19.00 to $22.00

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Rotating Shifts

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Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly known as Bowlero Corp, is a leading location-based entertainment company with over 360 venues across North America. Renowned for delivering exceptional experiences, Lucky...

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Food Prep Helper at Sodexo

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
From $24.00 to $25.00

From $24.00 to $25.00

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Flexible

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Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, committed to improving the quality of life for individuals and communities worldwide. Established with a deep dedication to service...

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Cook at Sodexo

San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $28.00

Exact $28.00

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Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated facilities management and food services, committed to improving the quality of life for those it serves. Operating in various sectors, including corporate,...

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Prep Cook at Aqui Cal-Mex

Cupertino, CA, USA|Onsite
From $28.00 to $31.50

From $28.00 to $31.50

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Aqui Cal-Mex is a vibrant and innovative Cal-Mex restaurant located in Cupertino, California, dedicated to bringing chef-inspired culinary creativity to natural, wild, and organic foods. This establishment has...

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Prep Cook at Treehouse Sunnyvale, L.L.C.

Sunnyvale, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $29.00

Exact $29.00

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Flexible

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Entry Level (1-2 years)

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Starwood Hotels is a prominent luxury hotel brand management company and an affiliate of the global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, the company has...

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Grill Cook at Sodexo

Redwood City, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $24.00

Exact $24.00

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SodexoMagic is a dynamic and inclusive company established as a joint venture between NBA Hall of Famer Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Sodexo. As a certified minority-owned business, SodexoMagic specializes in...

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Late Night Cook at Franchisee

Sunnyvale, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.45 to $22.00

From $18.45 to $22.00

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Denny's is a well-established, iconic American diner-style restaurant chain known for its welcoming atmosphere, quality breakfast, and late-night dining options. Founded in 1953, Denny's has grown to become a...

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Line - Jr. Sous at Urban Plates

Fremont, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.50 to $19.00

From $16.50 to $19.00

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Urban Plates LLC is a contemporary restaurant chain committed to transforming the way the world eats by delivering wholesome, fresh, and sustainably sourced food in a casual dining atmosphere. Known for its...

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Pizza Cook at California Pizza Kitchen

Milpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.70 to $22.70

From $18.70 to $22.70

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California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain that has been serving innovative, California-style cuisine for over 35 years. Established with a passion for creativity and...

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Pastry Cook at Safeway

Mountain View, CA, USA|Onsite
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Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

A culture that promotes diversity and inclusion

A culture that promotes diversity and inclusion

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Safeway is a renowned supermarket chain committed to providing customers with high-quality groceries and exceptional service. As part of a larger network of stores, Safeway prides itself on promoting a culture...

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Cook Kitchen Manager at St Aloysius Retreat House

San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

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Flexible

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Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work hours

Flexible work hours

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St Aloysius Retreat House, operated by the Society of Saint Pius X, is a serene and spiritual retreat facility nestled in the scenic Santa Cruz mountains near Los Gatos, California. This retreat house provides...

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Concessions Cook | Part-Time | PayPal Park at AEG

San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
From $23.10 to $25.10

From $23.10 to $25.10

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Temporary

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The hiring establishment is a venue operating under the union agreement, specializing in food concessions during various events. This venue is committed to delivering high-quality food services to guests,...

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33 Entry Level Line Cook Jobs in Santa Clara, CA - April 2026

Browse 33 entry level Line Cook jobs in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA

Employers in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA

Entry level Line Cook pay in Santa Clara, CA typically ranges from $38,400 per year to $52,000 per year, with average earnings near $43,000 per year or $20.7 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $38,400 per year
  • Average wage: $43,000 per year or $20.7 per hour
  • Highest wage: $52,000 per year

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Why Entry Level Line Cook Jobs Are Common in Santa Clara, CA

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA include:

  • Olive Garden
  • California Pizza Kitchen

Line Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Santa Clara, CA

Many entry level Line Cook jobs in Santa Clara, CA offer Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities, Flexible Shifts, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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