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WellQuest Corporate

Cook

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

In the absence of Culinary Services Director, ensures all staff arrive and/or depart at scheduled times as posted. * Responsible for all cleaning items assigned to this position, as posted on daily ...

WELLQUEST LIVING LLC

Cook

Murrieta, CA

$19 - $22/hr

In the absence of Culinary Services Director, ensures all staff arrive and/or depart at scheduled times as posted. * Responsible for all cleaning items assigned to this position, as posted on daily ...

WellQuest Corporate

Cook

Menifee, CA · On-site

$18.50 - $21/hr

In the absence of Culinary Services Director, ensures all staff arrive and/or depart at scheduled times as posted. * Responsible for all cleaning items assigned to this position, as posted on daily ...

WELLQUEST LIVING LLC

Cook

Menifee, CA

$18.50 - $21/hr

In the absence of Culinary Services Director, ensures all staff arrive and/or depart at scheduled times as posted. * Responsible for all cleaning items assigned to this position, as posted on daily ...

PF Changs

Executive Chef

Riverside, CA · On-site

$89K - $109K/yr

This includes the hiring, training and development of the culinary team and kitchen staff, as well as managing inventory and controlling costs incurred in the kitchen. The Executive Chef or Kitchen ...

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PF Changs

Executive Chef

Riverside, CA

$89K - $109K/yr

This includes the hiring, training and development of the culinary team and kitchen staff, as well as managing inventory and controlling costs incurred in the kitchen. The Executive Chef or Kitchen ...

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Topgolf

Kitchen Manager/Culinary Supervisor

Ontario, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Supervise and lead kitchen staff, including cooks, prep chefs, and dishwashers. * Ensure the kitchen operates smoothly, meeting food safety and quality standards. * Oversee food preparation ...

PF Changs

Sous Chef

Mission Viejo, CA

$23.43 - $30.42/hr

... culinary team to continue to learn and teach * Promote a fun and positive family-style work environment * Assists with scheduling, interviewing, and hiring * Provides feedback to staff and ...

P.F. Chang's

Sous Chef

Mission Viejo, CA · On-site

$54K - $73K/yr

... culinary team to continue to learn and teach * Promote a fun and positive family-style work environment * Assists with scheduling, interviewing, and hiring * Provides feedback to staff and ...

Troon

Banquet Captain

Tustin, CA

$24/hr

The Banquet Captain serves as the primary liaison between the service staff, culinary team, and event management. Key Responsibilities: * Event Execution & Leadership * Lead and supervise banquet ...

Hillstone Restaurant Group

Kitchen Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

Company Description We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Culinary Manager to join our dynamic ... all staff members. Requirements: * Proven experience in hospitality or in a similar role ...

Hillstone Restaurant Group

Kitchen Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Culinary Manager to join our dynamic team at Hillstone. As a ... all staff members. Requirements: * Proven experience in hospitality or in a similar role ...

Troon Golf

Banquet Captain

Tustin, CA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

The Banquet Captain serves as the primary liaison between the service staff, culinary team, and event management. Key Responsibilities: * Event Execution & Leadership * Lead and supervise banquet ...

JACKMONT HOSPITALITY INC

Buca Prep Cook

Brea, CA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

The Prep Cook will work closely with chefs and other kitchen staff to prepare ingredients for ... Culinary school training or certification. * Experience with Italian cuisine or familiarity with ...

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How much do culinary staffing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for culinary staffing in Riverside, CA is $18.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $19.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is culinary staffing?

Culinary staffing refers to the process of recruiting, hiring, and managing temporary or permanent staff for positions in the food service and hospitality industry. This can include chefs, cooks, servers, bartenders, kitchen assistants, and other related roles for restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and special events. Culinary staffing agencies help employers quickly fill vacancies with skilled professionals while giving workers access to a variety of job opportunities. These services are especially valuable for covering peak periods, special events, or staff shortages.

What are some common challenges faced in a culinary staffing role, and how are they typically addressed?

In culinary staffing, one common challenge is managing last-minute changes such as unexpected absences or sudden increases in demand for staff. To address this, agencies often maintain a pool of on-call professionals and use scheduling software to quickly fill shifts. Effective communication with both clients and staff is crucial to ensure smooth operations and high service quality. Flexibility and strong organizational skills are key traits for success in this role.

What is the difference between Culinary Staffing vs Line Cook?

AspectCulinary StaffingLine Cook
CredentialsVaries; often includes culinary certifications or experienceTypically requires culinary training or experience
Work EnvironmentTemporary, contract, or permanent placements in various kitchensDaily kitchen operations in restaurants or hotels
Employer UsageStaffing agencies, hospitality companies, restaurantsRestaurants, hotels, catering services
Search & ComparisonOften compared for staffing solutions and employment optionsCompared for daily kitchen roles and career development

In summary, Culinary Staffing provides flexible staffing solutions across various culinary roles, including temporary and permanent placements, while a Line Cook is a specific kitchen position focused on food preparation and daily kitchen operations. Both roles are essential in the culinary industry but serve different purposes in employment and staffing contexts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in culinary staffing, and why are they important?

To excel in Culinary Staffing, you need a solid understanding of food safety regulations, culinary operations, and talent acquisition, often supported by experience in hospitality or staffing agencies. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), scheduling software, and food safety certifications like ServSafe is typically required. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for managing client and staff needs. These competencies ensure efficient placement of qualified culinary professionals, maintain high service standards, and foster successful client relationships.

What job categories do people searching Culinary Staffing jobs in Riverside, CA look for?

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Infographic showing various Culinary Staffing job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Full Time, and 80% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,124 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Sous Chef - Radiance Cafe

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians

Highland, CA • On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Under the direction of the Chef De Cuisine, the Sous Chef - F&B supervises daily overall operation assigned kitchen supporting specific venue or area of operation. Schedules, supervises, coordinates, trains and participates in all activities of subordinate cooks, stewards and other kitchen personnel. In collaboration with Food & Beverage management, this position is responsible for establishing menu forecasts based on customer counts, business forecasts, previous experience, dates, and holidays, ensuring adherence to all health and safety regulations and Enterprise policies and procedures. Representing the culinary team's best-in-class culture, the Sous Chef champions the goals and priorities in a manner that reflects and upholds our vision, mission, and values.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintains and ensures all recipes, flavor profiles, consistency in quality, appearance and production timeframes are adhered to for all menu/food items being produced, and that all food items needed for production are available to team members. Understands menu development techniques and development of recipes, plating guides and menu cards. Responsible for food preparation and storing and service delivery to customers.
2. Monitors and works with venue management and culinary management to control all financial aspects of the kitchen operations of designated venue(s); including, but not limited to, food cost, labor cost, food purchasing and other expenses. Ensures all logs, requisitions and any other necessary paperwork is completed and submitted accurately. Conducts monthly Inventory and works in conjunction with assigned business partners to ensure proper financial closure of every month.
3. Ensures safe working conditions are in place at all times for kitchen and food service staff; investigates and reports all employee injuries or accidents according to policy. Monitors all kitchen areas to ensure Health Department, Gaming, Casino, IHS, FDA and OSHA codes & policies are followed at all times; reports any violation(s) of codes and policies immediately upon discovery; participates in all Gaming, IHS and all other inspections.
4. Responsible for cleanliness, organization and preparedness of immediate workspace and adjacent areas.
5. Schedules kitchen line staff within budgeted labor cost; approves vacation requests ensuring that staffing levels are still met.
6. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning reviewing and directing work; evaluating and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Makes hiring decisions and designs individual development plans with succession planning in mind for all key roles.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • Associate's degree in Culinary, Food Service, Hospitality, Business Management or related field required.
  • Culinary degree from an accredited culinary institute preferred.
  • Minimum two (2) years' experience working in a large hotel or similar Casino operation which includes high volume production, catering, multi-unit aspects and larger staff management required.
  • Management training and/or culinary education experience preferred.
  • Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)
  • Possess advanced knowledge of single unit culinary operations.
  • Ability to handle high volume a la carte kitchen cooking, high volume catering/banquet production and expediting of food during peak periods of business in all stated areas.
  • Must possess strong management skills; understand corrective counseling methods and how to properly document any issues that arise with staff.
  • Must possess adequate skill level in hands-on training of staff.
  • Must understand menu development techniques and development of recipes, plating guides and menu cards.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS
  • At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
  • Must obtain and maintain a current Food Handler's Card.
  • Must obtain and maintain a ServSafe certificate.
  • Must obtain and maintain a negative tuberculosis (TB) test.
  • Select One of the Following for Driving Responsibilities: Driving Responsibilities: Role requires regular commuting between locations. A valid driver's license and vehicle insurance with minimum liability limits is required. Role will not operate or drive Tribe-owned vehicles or patron vehicles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS - ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Primary work environment is in a climate-controlled commercial kitchen setting.
  • Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences.
  • Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
  • Strength sufficient to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 40 pounds occasionally.
  • Sedentary work: involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
  • Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
  • Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.
  • Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone.
  • Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility.
  • Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties.
  • Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.
  • Must present a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with departmental policy.
  • The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke.

Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law.
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