South Orange County Restaurant Jobs

In partnership with the Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano Chambers of Commerce, we have compiled a list of available service industry positions throughout South Orange County. Please check back frequently as we’re constantly adding new opportunities and expanding our listings to additional cities.

Please inquire directly with specific restaurants for additional details about any of the positions listed below.

Dana Point

Bonjour Cafe & Bistro

  • Dishwasher – Daytime/Weekend mandatory

To apply: Please visit the location in person and fill out an application on-site between 8AM – 3PM.
24633 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point, CA 92629
BonjourCafe.com | 949.496.6368
Hiring Contact: Pascal Le Vettet

Brio Tuscany Grille

  • Bartenders
  • Floor Supervisor
  • Kitchen Manager
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook
  • Sous Chef

To apply: Please visit the location in person and fill out an application, and/or provide a resume.
24050 Camino del Avion, Dana Point, CA 92629
BrioRestaurant.com | 949.443.1476
Hiring Contact: Peppe Rivera

Good Choice Sushi by the Sea

  • Bussers
  • Dishwashers
  • Host/Hostess
  • Servers

To apply: Email your Resume to the Hiring Manager.
34700 Pacific Coast Highway #106, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
GoodChoiceSushi.com | 949.542.8499
Hiring Contact: Michelle Endo

Luciana’s Ristorante

  • Dishwashers
  • Host/Hostess
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook

To apply: Please visit the location in person and fill out an application, and/or provide a resume.
24312 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point, CA 92629
Lucianas.com | 949.661.6500
Hiring Contact: Bill Blank

Lupe’s Mexican Eatery

  • Cashier
  • Dishwashers
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook
  • Shift Leaders

To apply: Fill out an online application.
33261 Del Obispo Street Suite F, Dana Point, CA 92629
EatLupes.com | 949.558.5430
Hiring Contact: Brennan Healey

Turk’s Dana Wharf

  • Dishwashers
  • Host/Hostess
  • Line Cook
  • Servers

To apply: Please visit the location in person and fill out an application.
34683 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629
TurksDPHarbor.com | 949.496.9028
Hiring Contact: Candy Varteresian

What a Dish & It’s All About The Cake

  • Barista
  • Busser
  • Cashier
  • Dishwashers
  • Kitchen Manager
  • Line Cook
  • Managers
  • Prep Cook
  • Servers
  • Sous Chef
  • Cake Designer
  • Cake Decorator
  • Pastry Maker

To apply: Fill out an online application
24921 Dana Point Harbor Drive Suite B100, Dana Point, CA 92629
WhatADishOC.com | 949.276.4884
Hiring Contact: Jordan Richey

Wind & Sea Restaurant

  • Busser
  • Dishwashers
  • Host/Hostess
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook
  • Servers

    Must be able to work weekends. No experience necessary for hostess/hosts and bussers.

To apply: Please visit the location in person and fill out an application, and/or provide a resume.
34699 Golden Lantern St, Dana Point, CA 92629
WindAndSeaRestaurants.com | 949.496.6500
Hiring Contact: Jay Styles


Laguna Niguel

China Moon

  • Cashier (part-time PM)
  • Line Cook
  • Servers (part-time PM)
  • Jr. Sous Chef (full-time)
    Must have own set of cutlery knives and other prep tools

More Info

To apply: Please visit the location in person and drop-off/fill out an application.
30001 Town Center Dr., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
ChinaMoonRestaurant.com | 949.496.9028
Hiring Contact: Jonathan Chen

Caló Kitchen + Tequila

  • Bartenders
  • Busser
  • Dishwashers
  • Host/Hostess
  • Kitchen Manager
  • Line Cook
  • Managers
  • Prep Cook
  • Servers

Experience is not required; we will provide you with an excellent training program. Earn a Strong Income, $100-$250 per shift for servers. $16-20 per hour + tips for front desk positions. Health, dental, and vision benefits are available. Part-time and full-time positions are welcome. Weekend availability is required.

To apply: Submit an application online, or visit the restaurant in person to apply/drop off a resume.
28141 Crown Valley Pkwy., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
CaloKitchen.com| 949.409.7380
Hiring Contact: Juan Duarte (Email)

Corner Bakery

  • Cashier
  • Expo
  • Service Attendant

To apply: Fill out an online application
27221 La Paz Road #K, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
CornerBakeryCafe.Jobs | 949.425.8673
Hiring Contact: Mike Dimmitt

Good Choice Sushi

  • Bussers
  • Dishwashers
  • Host/Hostess
  • Servers

To apply: Email your Resume to the Hiring Manager.
30251 Golden Lantern St. Suite F Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
GoodChoiceSushi.com | 949.542.8499
Hiring Contact: Michelle Endo

Sancho’s Tacos

  • Cashier
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook
  • Servers

    Experience preferred but not required
    Pay Depends on Experience + Tips
    Looking for outgoing, quick learners to join our team
    Lots of opportunity for growth!

To apply: Submit your Resume online, or email your resume to the Hiring Manager.
31181 Niguel Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
SanchosTacos.com | 949.218.1504
Hiring Contact: Erika

Skewer’s Fresh Mediterranean Grill

  • Dishwashers
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook
  • Kitchen Assistant

    $14-17 per hour according to experience.
    Minimum 1 year experience required

To apply: Email your resume to the Hiring Manager.
30242 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite B4, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
CROWN VALLEY PARKWAY, STE B4, LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
SkewersFresh.com | 949.429.7066
Hiring Contact: Sezer Ozcelik


San Clemente

Ballpark Pizza

  • Bartenders
  • Busser
  • Cashier
  • Dishwashers
  • Floor Supervisor
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook

    NEED Positions Filled ASAP!!!! Days / Hours Flexible!!!

To apply: Please visit the location in person and provide a resume or speak with the hiring manager over the phone.
831 Via Suerte #101, San Clemente, CA 92673
BallparkSC.com| 949.218.0991
Hiring Contacts: Amber or Nick Zdrakas

Barnoa Wine Bar

  • Dishwashers
  • Line Cooks
  • Prep Cooks
  • Sous Chef

    $15 to $20 an hour depending on experience

To apply: Please visit the location in person and provide a resume or speak with the hiring manager over the phone.
831 Via Suerte, Suite 106, San Clemente, CA 92673
BarnoaWineBar.com | 949.388.4378
Hiring Contacts: Kim Norris/Mario Marroquin

Bella Collina San Clemente

  • Busser
  • Line Cook
  • Servers

    Full-time and part-time positions available

To apply: Please visit the location in person and provide a resume.
200 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, CA 92673
BellaCollinaSanClemente.com | 949.333.4830
Hiring Contact: Alexis Petrovich

Sancho’s Tacos

  • Cashier
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook
  • Servers

    Experience preferred but not required
    Pay Depends on Experience + Tips
    Looking for outgoing, quick learners to join our team
    Lots of opportunity for growth!

To apply: Submit your Resume online, or email your resume to the Hiring Manager.
1101 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672
SanchosTacos.com | 949.218.0488
Hiring Contact: Erika


San Juan Capistrano

FKN Bread

  • Bakers

To apply: Email your Resume to the Hiring Manager.
31760 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
FKNBread.com | 949.539.9110
Hiring Contact: Bree

Paddy’s Station Irish Pub

  • Bartenders
  • Host/Hostess
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook
  • Servers

To apply: Please visit the location in person and fill out an application.
26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
PaddysStation.com | 949.661.3400
Hiring Contact: David Woodnutt

Pizza Amore Cafe

  • Cashier
  • Line Cooks
  • Managers

To apply: Please visit the location in person and provide a resume.
31888 Plaza Drive, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
PizzaAmoreCafe.com | 949.234.0071
Hiring Contact: Nima

San Juan Hills Golf Club

  • Dishwashers
  • Line Cook
  • On-Call Banquet Servers
  • Cart Barn Attendants
  • Range Attendants

To apply: Please visit the location in person and fill out an application, and/or provide a resume.
32120 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
SanJuanHillsGolf.com | 949.493.1167
Hiring Contact: Ryan Brown

Sundried Tomato American Bistros & Catering

  • Busser
  • Host/Hostess
  • Food Runner/Expo

To apply: Email your Resume to the Hiring Manager.
31781 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
SundriedTomatoBistro.com | 949.661.1167
Hiring Contact: Rachel Tammelin

The Olives Branch

  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook

To apply: Please visit the location in person and fill out an application, and/or provide a resume.
31105 Rancho Viejo Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
TheOlivesBranch.com | 949.373.5053
Hiring Contact: Omar