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Warm Line Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Line Cook

Truckee, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Line Cook Position Summary Lahontan Golf Club is a high-end, private golf facility in Truckee, CA ... Will work in a warm kitchen. Will use cleaners, sanitizers, all-purpose cleaners, grease cleaner ...

Line Cook

Truckee, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Line Cook Position Summary Lahontan Golf Club is a high-end, private golf facility in Truckee, CA ... Will work in a warm kitchen. Will use cleaners, sanitizers, all-purpose cleaners, grease cleaner ...

Line Cook

Healdsburg, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

The Line Cook oversees and ensures quality standards for all assigned areas. The position will ... Occasionally interact with customers in a kind, positive and warm manner. * Monitor the stock of ...

Line Cook

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Line cook Salary: $21.00 - 23.00 Hourly + Tips (DOE) Calling all foodies, the passionate, the ... Be a team player and work together with your team to foster a healthy and warm atmosphere * Assist ...

Line cook Salary: $21.00 - 23.00 Hourly + Tips (DOE) Calling all foodies, the passionate, the ... Be a team player and work together with your team to foster a healthy and warm atmosphere * Assist ...

Line/Prep Cook - Pillars Café Shepherd Church is seeking a reliable and experienced Line/Prep Cook ... If you love working with food, value teamwork, and enjoy serving others in a warm and welcoming ...

Line Cook

Claremont, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

If so, the family at NORMS Restaurants is looking for you to join our Team as a Line Cook! Apply ... As part of NORMS warm and familiar experience, NORMS team members personally form long-term ...

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Restaurant Line Cook

Capitola, CA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Blue Lava Café is a warm, family-owned café in Capitola looking for a reliable and motivated Line Cook to join our team! What You'll Do: * Prepare breakfast items, crepes, burgers, and sandwiches

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Restaurant Line Cook

Capitola, CA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Blue Lava Café is a warm, family-owned café in Capitola looking for a reliable and motivated Line Cook to join our team! What You'll Do: * Prepare breakfast items, crepes, burgers, and sandwiches

Line Cook

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $20/hr

Our line cooks play a key role in delivering fresh, high-quality food while maintaining a clean and ... Ability to work in a warm, fast-paced kitchen environment What We Offer * Hourly pay + Tips

Line Cook

Claremont, CA

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

If so, the family at NORMS Restaurants is looking for you to join our Team as a Line Cook! Apply ... As part of NORMS warm and familiar experience, NORMS team members personally form long-term ...

Line Cook

San Diego, CA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

LINE COOK Intazza, is currently seeking a Line Cook to join our team. We are looking for team ... Our company is inviting and warm, a great place to learn restaurant etiquette and coffee experience.

Line Cook

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$27.50/hr

As a Wok Line Cook, you bring the energy and technique of the wok to life in the Din Tai Fung (DTF ... DTF is Michelin-recognized and admired for its uncompromising quality, authentic flavors, and warm ...

Line Cook

Pacific Palisades, CA · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

We are committed to providing a warm, inviting, and uniquely lavish experience for our diverse ... ROLE SUMMARY:  The Line Cook  will prepare and execute menu items in accordance with the ...

Line Cook

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

We are committed to providing a warm, inviting, and uniquely lavish experience for our diverse ... The Line Cook will prepare and execute menu items in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and ...

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How much do warm line jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for warm line in California is $19.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.47 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Warm Line vs Crisis Hotline Worker?

AspectWarm LineCrisis Hotline Worker
CredentialsTypically requires mental health training or certification, but not alwaysOften requires specialized crisis intervention training and certifications
Work EnvironmentNon-emergency, peer support setting, often peer-led or volunteer-basedEmergency response setting, handling urgent mental health crises
Employer & IndustryNonprofit organizations, mental health agencies, community servicesEmergency services, mental health crisis centers, hospitals

Warm Line staff provide non-urgent emotional support and peer counseling, focusing on prevention and ongoing support. Crisis Hotline Workers handle urgent mental health crises, providing immediate intervention and safety planning. While both roles require mental health knowledge, Crisis Hotline Workers typically need more specialized crisis intervention training. Understanding these differences helps individuals choose the right role based on their skills and career goals.

What are some common challenges faced by warm line operators, and how can they be managed effectively?

Warm Line operators often encounter emotionally intense conversations and must support callers experiencing stress, loneliness, or mental health concerns. Managing emotional boundaries while providing empathy can be challenging. Effective strategies include regular supervision, peer support, and ongoing training in active listening and self-care techniques. Most organizations also encourage operators to take breaks and utilize debriefing sessions to process difficult calls.

What is a warm line?

A Warm Line is a peer-run support service that provides non-crisis emotional support, active listening, and resource referrals to individuals who may be experiencing stress, loneliness, or mental health challenges. Unlike hotlines, which are typically for urgent crises, Warm Lines are for people seeking someone to talk to before things escalate. Staffed by trained peers with lived experience, Warm Lines offer confidential, non-judgmental support over the phone, chat, or text. They are designed to promote mental wellness and prevent crises by offering early intervention and community connection.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a warm line operator?

To thrive as a Warm Line Operator, you need a background in mental health support, basic counseling skills, and often some post-secondary education or training in psychology or social work. Familiarity with call center software, confidential documentation systems, and sometimes certifications like Mental Health First Aid are typically required. Exceptional active listening, empathy, patience, and emotional resilience help operators build trust and provide meaningful support to callers. These skills are crucial for offering effective, compassionate assistance to individuals seeking non-crisis mental health support and for ensuring caller safety and well-being.
What cities in California are hiring for Warm Line jobs? Cities in California with the most Warm Line job openings:
Infographic showing various Warm Line job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 4% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $40,528 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time, Part-time

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Job description

Line Cook

Position Summary

Lahontan Golf Club is a high-end, private golf facility in Truckee, CA. Our goal is to provide our members and their guests with a world-class golf experience. This position is seasonal with part-time & full-time opportunities.  Position is best suited for prompt and energetic people, who have a broad understanding of food and beverage operations and whose priority is to provide excellent service and member satisfaction.

Job Description

A Food and Beverage Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to established recipes and quality standards while ensuring timely and efficient service. The ideal candidate possesses basic cooking skills, demonstrates promptness and reliability, and maintains exceptional organization and cleanliness in their work area. This role requires a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn and grow within the culinary team. Candidates must present themselves in a professional manner that positively contributes to and supports a collaborative team environment while adhering to all food safety and sanitation standards.

Pay Range: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time Seasonal/Temporary
Location: Truckee, CA

Duties and Responsibilities include the following- Other duties may be assigned:

  • Control breakfast, lunch, dinner lines
  • Remain organized and clean throughout all service periods
  • Strong interest and knowledge of different cuisines
  • Food prep, presentation and storage knowledge
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Remain flexible and available for cross training
  • Additional responsibilities will be required

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Will work with flames, sautéing, frying, boiling. Will work in a warm kitchen. Will use cleaners, sanitizers, all-purpose cleaners, grease cleaner and window cleaner. Will work with food processor, slicers and blenders.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or fell; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Will work with flames, sautéing, frying, boiling. Will work in a warm kitchen. Will use cleaners, sanitizers, all-purpose cleaners, grease cleaner and window cleaner. Will work with food processor, slicers and blenders.

Benefits:

  • Golf privileges
  • Shift meals
  • Merchandise discounts

Schedule

  • Holidays
  • Weekend availability

Language

English (preferred) Ability to read, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Education or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. At least one year of line cooking experience desired, though willing to train the right candidate.

Ability to commute/relocate:

Truckee, CA 96161: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)