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Kitchen Operations Assistant Jobs in Seaside, CA

LEAL VINEYARDS

Kitchen Manager

Hollister, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Directs the total kitchen operation, supervising the staff, oversees the preparation and service of ... In conjunction with the F&B management team, assist in maintaining a high level of service ...

Folktale Group LLC

Junior Sous Chef

Carmel, CA · On-site

$30/hr

Support daily kitchen operations and lead during service * Execute seasonal menus with consistency ... Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and organization * Assist with inventory ...

Folktale Group LLC

Junior Sous Chef

Carmel, CA · On-site

$30/hr

Support daily kitchen operations and lead during service * Execute seasonal menus with consistency ... Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and organization * Assist with inventory ...

El Pollo Loco

EL Cook/Prep

Gilroy, CA · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Label, date, store, and rotate food items according to FIFO guidelines. * Assist with basic cooking or grill support tasks as assigned. Kitchen Support & Operations * Maintain clean and organized ...

El Pollo Loco

EL Cook/Prep

Watsonville, CA · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Label, date, store, and rotate food items according to FIFO guidelines. * Assist with basic cooking or grill support tasks as assigned. Kitchen Support & Operations * Maintain clean and organized ...

Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana

Sous Chef

Carmel, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Your daily responsibilities will include overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring the highest quality of food preparation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. You will assist the ...

Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana

Sous Chef

Carmel, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Your daily responsibilities will include overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring the highest quality of food preparation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. You will assist the ...

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How much do kitchen operations assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for kitchen operations assistant in Seaside, CA is $21.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.02 and $24.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Kitchen Operations Assistant job openings in Seaside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,554 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Gilroy Healthcare Center

Gilroy, CA • On-site

$70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Gilroy Healthcare Center – Gilroy, CA

Join Our Team!

Gilroy Healthcare Center is a 134-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center dedicated to providing exceptional post-acute and long-term care services. We are seeking a dependable, organized, and motivated Assistant Kitchen Managerto support our Dietary Services Department in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and resident satisfaction.

As the Assistant Kitchen Manager, you will work closely with the Dietary Manager to oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, supervise dietary staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and help create a positive dining experience for our residents.

Responsibilities
  • Assist in supervising the daily operations of the Dietary Department.
  • Support the Dietary Manager in scheduling, training, coaching, and evaluating dietary staff.
  • Ensure meals are prepared and served according to physician orders, therapeutic diets, and resident preferences.
  • Maintain compliance with CDPH, CMS, OSHA, and local health department regulations.
  • Monitor food quality, portion control, presentation, and meal service.
  • Assist with inventory management, food ordering, receiving deliveries, and controlling food costs.
  • Ensure proper food storage, sanitation, and infection prevention practices.
  • Maintain accurate temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and kitchen documentation.
  • Work collaboratively with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary teams to meet residents' nutritional needs.
  • Assist with special events, holiday meals, and resident satisfaction initiatives.
  • Step into leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Dietary Manager.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Previous experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, hospital, or institutional food service preferred.
  • Supervisory or lead kitchen experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food safety, and sanitation standards.
  • Current Food Safety Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent), or ability to obtain after hire.
  • Strong leadership, communication, organization, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k)
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Supportive leadership team
  • Continuing education and professional development

Gilroy Healthcare Center is a 24-hour skilled nursing facility located in Gilroy, California. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals work to help patients recover from surgery, injury, or serious illness.
As a team, we strive to exceed the expectations of those we serve, and our purpose is to provide our patients with positive rehabilitative therapy and exceptional nursing care. We want to help patients achieve their highest possible functioning level and to assist them in returning to the lowest level of care practical.