ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Bait Shop Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Ruby's Diner

Host

Costa Mesa, CA

$63/day

What once was an old bait shop had been transformed into a sparkling diner with authentic antique decor, jiving tunes from a past time, and friendly service -- Ruby's Diner was seemingly straight ...

Ruby's Diner

Busser

Laguna Beach, CA

$63/day

What once was an old bait shop had been transformed into a sparkling diner with authentic antique decor, jiving' tunes from a past time, and friendly service-- Ruby's Diner was seemingly straight ...

Ruby's Diner

Host

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

What once was an old bait shop had been transformed into a sparkling diner with authentic antique decor, jiving tunes from a past time, and friendly service -- Ruby's Diner was seemingly straight ...

Ruby's Diner

Host

San Clemente, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

What once was an old bait shop had been transformed into a sparkling diner with authentic antique decor, jiving tunes from a past time, and friendly service -- Ruby's Diner was seemingly straight ...

City of Pittsburg, CA

Recreation Coordinator

Pittsburg, CA · On-site

$73K - $89K/yr

... bait shop, and the Pittsburg Yacht Club. Pittsburg has featured such events as the Seafood and Music Festival, car shows, movies in the park, kayaking, and fishing derbies. With its commitment to a ...

Ruby's Diner

Busser

Laguna Beach, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

What once was an old bait shop had been transformed into a sparkling diner with authentic antique decor, jiving' tunes from a past time, and friendly service-- Ruby's Diner was seemingly straight ...

City of Pittsburg

Recreation Coordinator

Pittsburg, CA

$73K - $89K/yr

... bait shop, and the Pittsburg Yacht Club. Pittsburg has featured such events as the Seafood and Music Festival, car shows, movies in the park, kayaking, and fishing derbies. With its commitment to a ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsRetail JobsBait Shop Jobs

Bait Shop information

See salary details

$8

$16

$27

How much do bait shop jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for bait shop in the United States is $16.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bait shop?

A Bait Shop job typically involves selling live and artificial bait, fishing gear, and other supplies to anglers. Employees may restock inventory, assist customers in selecting the right bait, and provide local fishing advice. Some roles also include maintaining bait tanks, handling cash transactions, and keeping the shop clean. Knowledge of fishing techniques and local fishing spots is often helpful in this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a bait shop?

Daily responsibilities in a bait shop often include assisting customers in selecting the right bait and tackle, managing inventory levels, processing sales transactions, and maintaining a clean and organized shop environment. You may also be responsible for receiving and caring for live bait, offering advice on local fishing conditions, and restocking shelves. Team members frequently collaborate to meet customer needs, especially during busy periods or before local fishing events. This role provides valuable experience in retail operations, customer service, and product knowledge that can support future advancement in the outdoor recreation industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the bait shop position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Bait Shop role, you need strong customer service abilities, knowledge of fishing gear and live bait, and basic retail or inventory management experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and safe handling procedures for bait and supplies is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and a friendly, approachable attitude help set successful employees apart. These skills ensure smooth shop operations, satisfied customers, and a safe, inviting environment for both novice and experienced anglers.

More about Bait Shop jobs

What cities are hiring for Bait Shop jobs?

Cities with the most Bait Shop job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Bait Shop jobs?

The most popular types of Bait Shop jobs are:

What states have the most Bait Shop jobs?

States with the most job openings for Bait Shop jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Bait Shop jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Bait Shop jobs are:

Bait Shop jobs near you
Infographic showing various Bait Shop job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,588 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Host

Ruby's Diner

Costa Mesa, CA

$63/day

Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Restaurant Background: On December 7th, 1982, the doors to the very first Ruby's Diner opened at the end of the Balboa Pier in Newport Beach, CA. What once was an old bait shop had been transformed into a sparkling diner with authentic antique decor, jiving tunes from a past time, and friendly service -- Ruby's Diner was seemingly straight from the 1940's. The tiny 45-seat restaurant, which was named after its founder's mother, Ruby, opened with just three employees and a simple menu of hamburgers, hot dogs, and malts. In its first day, it brought in a whopping $63, but most importantly, smiling guests looking to remember a simpler, happier time.

Now, over 35 years later, over 30 Ruby's Diner restaurants can be found in all different parts of the country such as California, Nevada, Texas, and Pennsylvania, including mall, casino, and airport locations. We're proud to continue our legacy of providing guests with quality service, delicious diner cuisine, and what we like to call Ruby Magic. Here's to many more years of Shooby Doobying down to Ruby's, and here's to people like you who make our company what it is today!

Interested in joining our team? Here's what you'll need to know:

  • A spirit of teamwork, genuine hospitality and fun runs throughout our organization.
  • We provide a sparkling clean, fun and family-friendly environment.
  • Ruby's does not tolerate the use of illegal drugs. Drug testing to detect the use of illegal substances may occur both prior to and during employment with us.
  • Every image we project must be wholesome to our community and environment, and true to our concept.
  • Creating a positive guest experience is a part of everyone's job at Ruby's. We hope our team members have a genuine love for people and keep our standard of "Only the best for our guest!" top of mind.
  • Our restaurant uniform & appearance standards have been established with the 1940's in mind. To stay true to our roots, neatness and cleanliness are absolutely necessary at all times.
Be a Part of Creating the Ruby's Experience by become a host/hostess!
POSITION ACTIVITIES AND TASKS:
  • Reports to work in proper and clean uniform.
  • Uses greeting, seating, and waiting list procedures.
  • Maintains cleanliness standards and stocks for the reception area and restrooms.
  • Accurately processes all guest checks with no cash overages or shortages.
  • Anticipates, identifies and corrects system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction.
  • Provides assistance to pantry maintenance and pre-rush organization.
  • Provides assistance to all servers and bus persons in order to execute Perkins service standards.
  • Utilizes proper cash handling procedures to execute cash and non-cash transactions, counting change, security precautions, and cash accountability.
  • Ensures that the cash register and cash register area are stocked with all needed items.
  • Communicates with Manager on Duty and co-workers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems, etc.
  • Monitors and oversees food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the incidence of risk factors known to cause food borne illness.
  • Has sufficient knowledge of menu to execute suggestive selling techniques with all guests.
  • Maintains cleanliness of bakery cases and restocks.
  • Has sufficient knowledge of bakery products to execute suggestive selling techniques and sampling programs with all guests.
  • Bags/boxes any products according to standards.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Customer service experience preferred.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Must be able to occasionally work long hours

Eureka Food Enterprises - Ruby's Diner, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The Company is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Resident is required for most positions.

Apply