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Nippon Curry

Japanese Restaurant Kitchen Crew

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

An award-winning Japanese Curry brand, Nippon Curry is looking for a cook with at least two (2) years of experience to work full-time in our kitchen in Berkeley. We will teach you how to prepare our ...

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Curry Up Now

Restaurant & Cocktail Server

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Description Server & Food Runner - Curry Up Now | San Mateo Hourly + Tips | Part-Time or Full-Time | Must Be Guest Obsessed About the Role At Curry Up Now San Mateo, our Front-of-House (FOH) team is ...

Curry Up Now

Restaurant & Cocktail Server

San Mateo, CA · On-site

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description Server & Food Runner - Curry Up Now San Mateo Hourly + Tips Part-Time or Full-Time Must Be Guest Obsessed About the Role At Curry Up Now San Mateo, our Front ...

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How much do curry jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for curry in California is $131,840.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,200.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Curry vs Chef?

AspectCurryChef
CredentialsMay require culinary training or experience in Indian cuisineFormal culinary education or extensive experience in professional kitchens
Work EnvironmentKitchen, restaurant, or catering settings focusing on Indian dishesProfessional kitchen, restaurant, hotel, or culinary establishment
Industry UsageCommonly used in food industry, especially Indian cuisineUsed across various culinary sectors, including fine dining and hospitality
Search & ComparisonOften compared based on cuisine style and cooking techniquesCompared based on culinary skills, experience, and kitchen management

The main difference between Curry and Chef lies in their roles and context. A Curry typically refers to a dish or a cook specializing in Indian cuisine, while a Chef is a professional culinary expert skilled across various cuisines. Chefs often have formal training and work in diverse culinary environments, whereas Curry may refer more specifically to a type of dish or a cook specializing in that cuisine.

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Infographic showing various Curry job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,840 per year, or $63.4 per hour.

Japanese Curry Restaurant Front-of-House Staff (Full-Time)

Nippon Curry

Berkeley, CA • On-site

$20 - $26/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Nippon Curry Berkeley - seeking Front Staff

Nippon Curry serves an authentic, award-winning Japanese curry, and we are looking for conscientious, trustworthy and reliable full-time staff for our Berkeley location.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at a convenient location directly across from the UC Berkeley Sather Gate.
Front Staff will create positive dining experiences for our guests, continuously demonstrating and improving our Japanese-style service quality. We are looking to hire cheerful, positive-minded individuals who understand true "Omotenashi". Front Staff will be responsible for taking orders using a POS system, serving guests, keeping the restaurant clean and tidy, restocking items, and ensuring that our guests have an excellent dining experience.
Front Staff Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Passion for serving customers.
  • Deliver high-level customer service and "Omotenashi".
  • Utilizing POS, order tablets procedures, and rules for service.
  • Maintaining safety and food quality standards.
  • Keeping customers happy and handling complaints.
  • Ensuring that all areas are kept clean.
  • Helping to manage social media presence.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:
  • A high school diploma or GED required.
  • Able to set up, open, and close the restaurant.
  • Able to stand for extended durations of time and work quickly.
  • Able to connect with and anticipate the needs of customers.
  • Must be able to SMILE and be cheerful.

We will interview conscientious candidates who post a cover letter, tell us why they're applying, and keep promises. Please do NOT apply if you're flaky. 日本語でもどうぞ。
Candidates who have had experience working in restaurants and/or possess additional language skills should mention their experience in their cover letters.