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SF Gelateria

Gelato Catering Server

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

SF Gelateria is a gelato catering company. Our menu features Italian classics, American favorites, and Global flavors. There is a strong emphasis on organic and local ingredients and gelato is made ...

SF Gelateria

Gelato Shop Attendant

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$18.65 - $27/hr

Scoop gelato and add toppings with an emphasis on presentation. * Performs all cash handling, and register functions accurately and efficiently. * Keeps display neat, clean, accurately labeled, and ...

Capri Gelato & Coffee Bar

Event Lead

Hermosa Beach, CA · On-site

$20/hr

When there are no events happening, there is an option to be assigned as an in store barista /gelato server at the Hermosa Beach location according to your availability. Since most of our events ...

DOLCE CAFE AND GELATO INC

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Café Team Member - Dolce Cafe (UTC Mall)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Prepare coffee drinks, crepes, gelato, and café items * Operate the register and process payments * Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café * Assist with opening and closing duties

DOLCE CAFE AND GELATO INC

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Café Team Member - Dolce Cafe (UTC Mall)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Prepare coffee drinks, crepes, gelato, and café items * Operate the register and process payments * Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café * Assist with opening and closing duties

Brigantine Restaurants

Barista

San Diego, CA · On-site

$16.85/hr

This position is also responsible for cleanliness and safety of coffee & gelato shop areas of the property. Compensation & Benefits: * $16.85 per hour plus tips * Paid Sick Leave * Flexible schedule

Brigantine Restaurants

Barista

San Diego, CA · On-site

$17.75/hr

This position is also responsible for cleanliness and safety of coffee & gelato shop areas of the property. Compensation & Benefits: * $17.75 per hour plus tips * Paid Sick Leave * Flexible schedule

Brigantine Restaurants

Barista

San Diego, CA · On-site

$16.85/hr

This position is also responsible for cleanliness and safety of coffee & gelato shop areas of the property. Compensation & Benefits: * $16.85 per hour plus tips * Paid Sick Leave * Flexible schedule

Brigantine Restaurants

Barista

San Diego, CA · On-site

$17.75/hr

This position is also responsible for cleanliness and safety of coffee & gelato shop areas of the property. Compensation & Benefits: * $17.75 per hour plus tips * Paid Sick Leave * Flexible schedule

Brigantine Restaurants

Barista

San Diego, CA

$17.75/hr

This position is also responsible for cleanliness and safety of coffee & gelato shop areas of the property. Compensation & Benefits: * $17.75 per hour plus tips * Paid Sick Leave * Flexible schedule

Brigantine Restaurants

Barista

San Diego, CA · On-site

$16.85/hr

This position is also responsible for cleanliness and safety of coffee & gelato shop areas of the property. Compensation & Benefits: * $16.85 per hour plus tips * Paid Sick Leave * Flexible schedule

Venchi

Retail Store Manager - UTC Mall

San Diego, CA · On-site

Store Manager for Venchi Chocolate and Gelato! About Us: Founded in 1878 by Silviano Venchi, Venchi has become a global leader in chocolate and gelato, blending Italian tradition with a commitment to ...

Venchi

Store Manager - L.A. Area

Glendale, CA · On-site

Store Manager for Venchi Chocolate and Gelato! About Us: Founded in 1878 by Silviano Venchi, Venchi has become a global leader in chocolate and gelato, blending Italian tradition with a commitment to ...

Venchi

South Coast Plaza Store Manager

Glendale, CA · On-site

Store Manager for Venchi Chocolate and Gelato! About Us: Founded in 1878 by Silviano Venchi, Venchi has become a global leader in chocolate and gelato, blending Italian tradition with a commitment to ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for gelato in California is $19.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a gelato?

A Gelato job typically refers to a position in a gelato shop, where employees assist in making, serving, and selling gelato. Responsibilities may include preparing ingredients, operating gelato machines, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. Some roles may also involve handling cash registers and managing inventory. Experience in food service or customer-facing roles can be beneficial, but many positions offer on-the-job training.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities for a gelato maker?

A Gelato Maker typically spends their day preparing gelato bases, mixing and churning ingredients, and monitoring freezing processes to achieve the perfect texture. Responsibilities also include maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, managing inventory, and ensuring ingredients are fresh and properly stored. Gelato Makers often interact with customers, offering samples and answering questions about flavors, as well as collaborating with team members to create new recipes and seasonal varieties. The role can be both creative and physically active, offering variety and opportunities to develop new skills in food production.

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

To thrive as a Gelato Maker, you need expertise in food preparation, knowledge of gelato recipes, and compliance with food safety standards, often supported by culinary training or relevant experience. Familiarity with gelato-making machines, temperature control systems, and ingredient measurement tools is typically required. Attention to detail, creativity, and strong customer service skills help individuals stand out in this role. These skills ensure the production of high-quality gelato and a positive experience for customers in a fast-paced food service environment.

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Infographic showing various Gelato job openings in California 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 $41,323 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Gelato Chef - Part Time

Agoura Hills, CA • On-site

Tifa Chocolate & Gelato
Restaurants • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Tifa Chocolate & Gelatoexternal

$20 - $24/hr

Part-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description
We are seeking detail and quality oriented Part Time Gelato Chef(s)* to contribute to the gelato production of Tifa’s seasonal and signature small batch gelato flavors. The Gelato Chef(s) maintain quality, food safety standards, and support shop back of house operations as needed and assigned. The ideal candidate has hands-on food production experience either in gelato or in baking, a strong palate, and pride in presentation and consistency.
*Part Time Training-to-Hire
Selected candidates will participate in a paid minimum 30 day training and evaluation program conducted by our Head Gelato Chef, Operations Team Lead and Owner. Candidates who successfully complete the program, demonstrate strong technical skills, consistency and teamwork will be offered a regular part time position at 0-29 hours per week; consistent schedule as agreed upon by Gelato Chef and Owners.



Key Responsibilities
Production
- Produce daily batches of gelato, sorbettos, and gelato-based specialties according to Tifa recipes and production schedules.
- Create limited-run flavors as assigned.
- Monitor and report accurate inventory, requesting and receiving necessary recipe ingredients in a consistent and timely manner.
- Handle all ingredients with care, minimizing waste and controlling costs.
- Maintain production records, yield reports, and recipe documentation.

Food Safety
- Operate, clean, and maintain gelato equipment with a high level of detail (batch freezers, pasteurizer, blast chiller, vitrines) and small kitchen appliances.
- Ensure strict food safety, sanitation, and allergen controls (FIFO, labeling, temperature logs). 

Catering
- Package products for catering orders
- Assist with presentations for events.  

Teamwork
- Support front of house staff with product knowledge as needed.
- Assist in development and facilitation of gelato related training.

Customer Experience
- Build excitement for gelato creation by being mindful and interacting with customers who are observing the process through the gelato kitchen window.  


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications
- Must be available for and complete all training scheduled from August 10-August 31.
- 2+ years of professional gelato/ice cream experience or baking experience with demonstrable work.  
- Strong understanding of dairy chemistry, stabilizers/emulsifiers, sugar balance, overrun, and freezing points.  
- Experience working with gelato and creating complementary flavors a plus.  
- Food safety certification (ServSafe or local equivalent).  
- Ability to follow and document recipes precisely and adapt formulations for scale.  
- Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to ~50 lbs, and work in cold and hot environments.  
- Excellent palate, creativity, attention to detail, and time-management skills.  
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Desired attributes
- Passion for craft food, experimentation, and customer experience.  
- Clean, organized, and safety-conscious work habits.  
- Comfortable in a fast-paced retail environment and flexible with hours (including weekends/holidays).  
- Basic math skills for scaling recipes and tracking yields.


Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage or salary (specify range) plus tips/bonuses where applicable.  
- Sick leave, and employee discount on products.  
- Opportunity for professional growth, with potential path to Lead Gelato Chef