Restaurant Jobs in California
Restaurant jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with demand concentrated in full-service dining, fast casual, hotel food and beverage, and corporate cafeteria operations at every level from line cook to general manager. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established names like Darden Restaurants, Marriott International, and Compass Group maintain large California operations. The most in-demand roles right now lean toward kitchen leadership, front-of-house management, and banquet service. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Location: Los Angeles / West Hollywood, CA
Salary: $75,000–$90,000
Benefits: Health Benefits and PTO
Position Overview
An elevated restaurant group is seeking an experienced Floor Manager to oversee dining room operations at a high-volume restaurant. The ideal candidate will be a strong hands-on leader with an upscale or fine-dining background and the ability to manage large teams while maintaining exceptional service standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily FOH operations and ensure smooth service execution.
- Lead, motivate and manage large front-of-house teams.
- Manage scheduling, training, performance and staff development.
- Maintain service standards and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
- Handle service challenges and ensure operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of dining room management experience in an upscale or fine-dining, high-volume restaurant.
- Proven experience leading and managing large teams, including supervisors and service staff.
- Strong ability to hold teams accountable, develop talent and drive performance.
- Confident floor leader with excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays as required.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Location: Los Angeles / West Hollywood, CA
Salary: $75,000–$90,000
Benefits: Health Benefits and PTO
Position Overview
An elevated restaurant group is seeking an experienced Floor Manager to oversee dining room operations at a high-volume restaurant. The ideal candidate will be a strong hands-on leader with an upscale or fine-dining background and the ability to manage large teams while maintaining exceptional service standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily FOH operations and ensure smooth service execution.
- Lead, motivate and manage large front-of-house teams.
- Manage scheduling, training, performance and staff development.
- Maintain service standards and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
- Handle service challenges and ensure operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of dining room management experience in an upscale or fine-dining, high-volume restaurant.
- Proven experience leading and managing large teams, including supervisors and service staff.
- Strong ability to hold teams accountable, develop talent and drive performance.
- Confident floor leader with excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays as required.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Restaurant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Raising Cane's21
- Chuck E. Cheese10
- Shake Shack7
- Red Lobster6
- Lindt & Sprüngli6
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Food & Beverage
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant jobs across California.
- California Food Handler Card or California Food Manager Certification required
- Prior experience in full-service, fast casual, or hotel food and beverage operations
- Demonstrated knowledge of California health and safety codes and sanitation standards
- Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Strong communication skills for coordinating kitchen, floor, and management teams
- Experience with point-of-sale systems and California tip and wage compliance practices
Restaurant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant in California?
Most restaurant roles in California require at minimum a valid California Food Handler Card, issued through a California Department of Public Health approved provider, completed within days of hire. Management and supervisory positions typically require a California Food Manager Certification from an accredited body such as ServSafe. Culinary or hospitality education strengthens applications for kitchen and operations roles, though many California employers also promote from within based on demonstrated performance.
Which companies hire restaurants in California?
Employers hiring restaurants in California right now include Raising Cane's, Chuck E. Cheese, and Shake Shack, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's large hotel groups, entertainment venues, and corporate dining contractors are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings with benefits.
Which California cities have the most restaurant jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Santa Monica lead California for restaurant job openings. Los Angeles drives volume through its dense mix of independent restaurants, hotel dining, and entertainment industry catering, while San Francisco and San Diego add steady demand from tourism, convention business, and large corporate campuses concentrated in those metros.
Are there remote restaurant jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Restaurant work is overwhelmingly hands-on and on-site by nature. About 4% of restaurant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those postings are almost entirely concentrated in corporate roles such as regional operations management, menu development, or restaurant technology support rather than floor or kitchen positions.
How can I get hired as a restaurant in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a host, busser, food runner, or dishwasher role at a California casual dining or hotel property, where most large operators train new hires on the job. Compass Group and Sodexo, both active in California's corporate and campus dining sector, regularly post associate-level food service positions that require no prior restaurant experience. Earning a California Food Handler Card before applying gives any entry-level candidate a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant jobs in California?
You can find and apply to restaurant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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