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Sota Sushi

Busser

Corona Del Mar, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $17.50/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

Sota Sushi

Busser

Corona Del Mar, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $17.50/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

New Dim Sum King Inc

Busser

Daly City, CA · On-site

$15.53/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

Caspian Mediterranean Kitchen

Busser

Foothill Ranch, CA · On-site

$15.50/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, set tables, and provide patrons with water and beverages. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our patrons.

Caspian Mediterranean Kitchen

Busser

Foothill Ranch, CA · On-site

$15.50/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, set tables, and provide patrons with water and beverages. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our patrons.

New Dim Sum King Inc

Busser

Daly City, CA · On-site

$15.53/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

FOUR ROOTS

Busser

Azusa, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

New Dim Sum King Inc

Busser

Daly City, CA · On-site

$15.53/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

Coconuts Caribbean Restaurant Inc

Busser

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$18.20/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

FOUR ROOTS

Busser

Azusa, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

Cugini INC

Busser

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee as well as other t=closing/opening tasks.. Your goal is ...

Homecooking Sm888 Inc

Busser

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$18.07/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

Cugini INC

Busser

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee as well as other t=closing/opening tasks.. Your goal is ...

Homecooking Sm888 Inc

Busser

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$18.07/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

FOUR ROOTS

Busser

Azusa, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

Sota Sushi

Busser

Corona Del Mar, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $17.50/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

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How much do wiper jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for wiper in California is $25.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.03 and $28.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wiper?

Wipers are entry-level crew members in the engine department of a ship. Their main responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining the engine room and machinery, assisting engineers with routine tasks, and ensuring that equipment is in good working order. Wipers often help with basic repairs and are expected to keep the engine spaces tidy and safe. This position is typically the first step for those pursuing a career in marine engineering or as a ship’s engineer. With experience and further training, wipers can advance to more specialized roles within the engine department.

What does a wiper do?

As a Wiper, you will be responsible for assisting with the general maintenance and cleanliness of the engine room and machinery spaces on a ship. Your daily tasks may include cleaning oil spills, wiping down equipment, helping with minor repairs, and supporting the engineers in monitoring machinery. The role is physically demanding and requires attention to safety procedures, as well as effective communication with the engineering team. Over time, performing these duties diligently can help you gain experience and qualify for advancement to higher positions within the engine department.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wiper?

To thrive as a Wiper, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent; some maritime experience or training is often preferred. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, hand tools, and adherence to safety and environmental regulations is important, and completion of STCW Basic Safety Training may be required. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication help Wipers work efficiently within the engine room team. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and smooth operation of the vessel's engine department.

What is the difference between Wiper vs Car Detailer?

AspectWiperCar Detailer
Primary RoleCleaning vehicle exteriors, including windows and surfacesComprehensive vehicle cleaning, including interior and exterior
Skills & CertificationsBasic cleaning skills, possibly some certification in vehicle cleaningAdvanced cleaning skills, detailing certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentCar wash facilities, auto service centersDetailing shops, auto dealerships, mobile services
Industry UsageCommonly used in auto service and car wash industriesUsed in auto detailing, luxury car services, and dealerships

While both Wipers and Car Detailers focus on vehicle cleanliness, Wipers primarily handle exterior cleaning tasks like washing windows and surfaces. Car Detailers offer a more comprehensive service, including interior cleaning and polishing. The roles often overlap in auto service settings, but Car Detailers typically require more specialized skills and certifications for detailed work.

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Infographic showing various Wiper job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $53,999 per year, or $26 per hour.

San Jose Butcher- Eng

KIJUNG HOSPITALITY GROUP INC

Santa Clara, CA

$21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Trim and prepare standard cuts of meat according to restaurant guidelines.

  • Perform inventory, ordering, receiving, and ensure proper labeling and storage of meat products.

  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the workstation, equipment, and butcher room.

Job description

The Butcher is responsible for delivering the highest level of service and satisfaction by trimming and preparing standard cuts of meat per restaurant guidelines. The butcher will process and stock a variety of quality meat and meat-related items in a careful, clean, neat, and expedient manner; ensuring that product is fresh and appealingly prepared for our customers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Handles trimming meat; using knifes
  • Ability to prepare meats, control menu portions and food presentation to Company standards
  • Responsible for preparation, setup, break down and cleaning of workstation
  • Comfortable with delegating duties
  • Perform inventory, ordering and receiving
  • Maintains sanitation of kitchen and equipment
  • Set up sanitizer buckets and towels
  • Check meat slicer to ensure it is working properly
  • Temperature checks of all reach-in and walk-in coolers
  • Temperature checks of reach-in freezers
  • Ensure all products are labeled and kept 6’ off the ground
  • Double check all newly prepped items are properly labeled
  • Take out the meat that will be prepped
    • Break down the boxes and throw away
  • Take apart and wipe down meat slicer with sanitizer
  • Disinfect prep surface areas
  • Ensure all knives are properly washed
  • Sharpen and adjust cutting equipment
  • Sanitize butcher room from floor to ceiling
    • Wipe down walls and stainless surfaces
    • Wipe down window with Windex
    • Wash cutting boards to air dry
    • Wipe down and clean sink
    • Sweep and mop floors
  • Check walk- in cooler for cleanliness
  • Clean and wash all rubber floor mats
  • Empty and wash all sanitizer buckets

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • 2 years minimum kitchen experience
  • Familiar with cuts of meat and supervise/monitor quality of meat
  • Accurate knife skills working with precision and efficiency
  • Knowledge in storing ingredients preferred
  • High School/GED or higher education preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • 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.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; and stoop or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Proper lifting, pushing, and pulling techniques are required.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

  • All employees are offered medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, disability, hospital, and accident insurance.  Employees are able to enroll in the company 401k plan after 90 days of employment. Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked with a carryover cap of 48 hours.

WAGE OVERVIEW

  • $21.00 + Tips

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