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Food Cafeteria Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation

Cook

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$26.50 - $27.50/hr

Service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines. * Adhere to uniform and grooming standards. * Perform ...

Sonesta International Hotels

Cook

Anaheim, CA

$26.50 - $27.50/hr

Service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines. * Adhere to uniform and grooming standards. * Perform ...

YES USA

Administrative Intern Orange County

Irvine, CA · On-site

$300/wk

Liaise with the cafeteria and provide any information they may request. * Manage food deliveries on campus from ordering to food distribution, and cleaning up a dining area, etc. * Keep track of ...

Indian Health Service

Cook

Hemet, CA · On-site +1

$24.92 - $29.07/hr

Occasionally orders, receives and checks food deliveries using proper procedures as required by the department. Assists in collecting meal vouchers for cafeteria meal service. * Utilizing standard ...

Schwans

Sr. Reliability Engineer

Beaumont, CA · On-site

$93K - $154K/yr

At CJ Schwan's , we don't just make food - we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families ...

SCHWAN'S

Sr. Reliability Engineer

Beaumont, CA · On-site

$93K - $154K/yr

At CJ Schwan's , we don't just make food - we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families ...

Benchmark

Line Cook

Riverside, CA

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

The Cook assists the Chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook will maintain a passive leadership ...

Compass Group

Retail Manager

Anaheim, CA

$71K - $75K/yr

Our Retail Managers are responsible for the successful retail/cafeteria operation of Food & Retail Managers will perform a variety of duties including the planning and supervision of special ...

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Benchmark

Line Cook / Part Time

Lake Arrowhead, CA · On-site

$20/hr

The Cook assists the Chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook will maintain a passive leadership ...

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How much do food cafeteria jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for food cafeteria in Riverside, CA is $15.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.03 and $16.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food cafeteria worker?

Food cafeteria workers are employees who prepare, serve, and sometimes cook food in cafeterias found in schools, hospitals, businesses, or other institutions. Their duties can include setting up food lines, restocking supplies, cleaning dining areas, and ensuring food safety standards are met. They often interact directly with customers, provide information about menu items, and handle cash or payment systems. Depending on the facility, they may also assist with inventory and kitchen sanitation. Cafeteria workers play a vital role in ensuring a clean, welcoming, and efficient dining environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food cafeteria worker?

To thrive as a Food Cafeteria Worker, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety regulations, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and food handling certifications such as ServSafe are commonly required. Strong customer service, teamwork, and time management skills help you excel in a fast-paced environment. These abilities ensure efficient operations, safe food handling, and a positive dining experience for customers.

What are some common challenges faced by employees working in a food cafeteria, and how can they be managed effectively?

Employees in food cafeterias often face challenges such as managing high volumes of customers during peak meal times, maintaining strict food safety standards, and ensuring efficient teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication, good time management, and adaptability are essential to handle these pressures. Many cafeterias provide training and regular team meetings to help staff stay coordinated and maintain a positive work environment, making it easier to deliver quality service even during busy periods.

How do you become a food cafeteria worker?

To become a food cafeteria worker, applicants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may be required to complete food safety training or certifications. Experience in food service or customer service can be helpful, and the job often involves working in a fast-paced environment with basic kitchen or food handling skills.

What cities near Riverside, CA are hiring for Food Cafeteria jobs?

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Infographic showing various Food Cafeteria job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, and 44% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $31,207 per year, or $15 per hour.

Retail Brand Location Manager - UCI Retail

Aramark

Irvine, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Aramark rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 1,271 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

397th of 495 rated business services

Job description


Management position, responsible for developing and executing retail dining solutions to meet customer needs and tastes. Oversees and manages dining operations where customers order prepared food from a menu.
Retail location examples: Halal Shack and BB.Q Chicken.
Job Responsibilities
  • Leverages Aramark's coaching model to engage and develop team members to their fullest potential
  • Ensures individual and team performance meets objectives and client expectations
  • Ensures safety and sanitation standards in all operations
  • Maintains effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
  • Identifies client needs and communicates operational progress
  • Ensures the completion and maintenance of profit and loss statements
  • Deliver client and company financial targets
  • Adopts all Aramark processes and systems, understand performance metrics, data, order and inventory trends; educate teams on key levers to improve margins
  • Creates value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls, and profit management
  • Complies with the Operational Excellence fundamentals by meeting and maintaining food and labor initiatives
  • Ensures entire team is trained and able to execute
  • Supervises team regarding production, quality and control
  • Maintains a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers and employees
  • Primarily responsible for food service at an assigned retail food location
  • Assists manger in establishing and maintaining systems and procedures for the ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving of food & related products, as well as menu planning & development
  • Ensures that requirements for appropriate sanitation and safety levels in respective areas are met
  • Directly supervises two or more employees with responsibility for hiring, discipline, performance reviews and initiating pay increases
  • Assists in location forecast and accounting
  • Conducts period inventory; performs other functions such as maintaining records to comply with ARAMARK, government and accrediting agency standards
  • Coordinates activities with other internal departments
  • Interfaces with vendors and key service users within client organization
  • Manages Front of House (Cafeteria, Food Court, Quick Service) dining operations
  • Develops and implements retail services plans to improve service, quality and profitability of service areas
  • Maintain effective working relationships with other departments to provide a unified retail experience for customers

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
  • Requires at least 4 years of experience
  • Requires 1-3 years of experience in a management role
  • Previous experience in retail required
  • Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lb.
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard service model

About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Industry

Hospitality services and facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

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