Many elements contribute to the success of a business. While these elements vary for each company, one essential ingredient remains the same. From startups to large corporations, a dependable workforce is crucial. For employers in Santa Monica, looking for hourly workers may initially seem challenging. However, hiring excellent team members is manageable with effective hiring techniques.
Before you begin your talent search, read on to learn more about hiring in Santa Monica. In the sections below, you will find relevant information on the city. There are also some examples of local and online hiring resources.
Santa Monica City Overview
Santa Monica is a waterfront city in Los Angeles County in California. It has a population of around 93,076 people. Santa Monica’s natural beauty and scenic views give residents and visitors an atmosphere of relaxation. Every year, the city hosts visitors looking to experience what Santa Monica has to offer. The history of Santa Monica began when it was developed in 1875 by Senator John P. Jones. Since becoming a city in 1886, Santa Monica has gained popularity as a vacation destination for recreation, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Not only that, but it also has other flourishing industries.
Santa Monica Businesses
The largest industries in Santa Monica are professional, scientific, and technical services, information, and educational services. However, Santa Monica’s business community also has other sectors that contribute to its diverse economy. In the healthcare space, Santa Monica takes pride in having top facilities like Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, and Providence Saint John’s Health Center.
Furthermore, the city’s attractions draw visitors from all over the world. The sun, sand, and sea at Santa Monica Beach and the Santa Monica Pier are undoubtedly top choices. However, the city has so much more in store. Dynamic neighborhoods, historic landmarks, art, food, and other recreational experiences await each Santa Monica visitor.
Hiring Resources in Santa Monica
Because of business in different industries, there are many job opportunities for hourly workers in Santa Monica. For those looking for a job, they can explore the job page on the city’s official website.
Each day, companies discover how internet resources can improve daily business processes and transactions. Even in the recruitment field, employers can use online platforms like Snagajob that enable them to connect with candidates with ease.
Here is a list of a few more online hiring resources:
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Cashier for Leemar United Group DBA El Pollo Loco in Santa Maria. This is a description.
Our Crew Members are the heart and soul of our restaurants. Each and every one of our Crew Member careers play a meaningful and critical role in the El Pollo Loco familia by providing excellent
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customer service daily to our guests!
Company & Culture:
For over 35 years El Pollo Loco continues to dominate the market in delivering the best citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken. We opened our first restaurant in 1980 in Los Angeles, and today we are over 450 restaurants strong and still growing! From our products to our people, we’re truly amazing!
Job Summary:
As a Cashier you will provide friendly and courteous service by greeting each guest with a smile and making them feel welcome. You may be asked to run the drive-thru station and work with a team to deliver fast and efficient service. Either way, your job will be to ensure great guest service 100% of the time!
Job Details:
Work Hours: Full-Time and Part-Time hours are available
Career Advancement/Career Plan: We promote heavily from within, so from a Crew Member you can develop to become a Shift Leader, Assistant Manager, General Manager, and beyond!
Work Attire: EPL logo’d shirt will be provided, black pants or jeans and no-slip shoes required
Requirements:
Experience: No experience is required, however, one or more years of experience in arestaurant or customer service position is preferred
Education: No education is required, however a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is preferred.
Communication: Ability to speak and read English is required (second language isa plus). Ability to speak effectively with external customers is required.
Competencies: Customer service skills and experience entering orders into a Point-Of-Sales (POS) system is preferred
Food Handler Card: A food handler card isrequired where applicable
Benefits/Perks:
What’s in it for you!
We offer eligible Employees the following Benefits/Perks:
Flexible Scheduling: Full-Time or Part-Time
Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance
Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability
Free Meal!
Hiring Immediately!!
Benefits/Perks
What’s in it for you!
We offer eligible Employees the following Benefits/Perks:
Flexible Scheduling: Full-Time or Part-Time
Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance
Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability
Free Meal!
Hiring Immediately!!
Requirements
Experience: No experience is required, however, one or more years of experience in arestaurant or customer service position is preferred
Education: No education is required, however a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is preferred.
Communication: Ability to speak and read English is required (second language isa plus). Ability to speak effectively with external customers is required.
Competencies: Customer service skills and experience entering orders into a Point-Of-Sales (POS) system is preferred
Food Handler Card: A food handler card isrequired where applicable
Job Details
Work Hours: Full-Time and Part-Time hours are available
Career Advancement/Career Plan: We promote heavily from within, so from a Crew Member you can develop to become a Shift Leader, Assistant Manager, General Manager, and beyond!
Work Attire: EPL logo’d shirt will be provided, black pants or jeans and no-slip shoes required
Job Summary
As a Cashier you will provide friendly and courteous service by greeting each guest with a smile and making them feel welcome. You may be asked to run the drive-thru station and work with a team to deliver fast and efficient service. Either way, your job will be to ensure great guest service 100% of the time!
Company & Culture
For over 35 years El Pollo Loco continues to dominate the market in delivering the best citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken. We opened our first restaurant in 1980 in Los Angeles, and today we are over 450 restaurants strong and still growing! From our products to our people, we’re truly amazing!
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Banquet Server for Madonna Inn - Tornquist in San Luis Obispo. This is a description.
The Madonna Inn is seeking to fill serving positions in its Banquet Department. Bartending experience a plus, but not required. Must be able to balance large trays loaded with plates. Some heavy lifting required to carry
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tables, chairs, and bus tubs up and down stairs. Generally, these are part-time positions with great tips. However, we do have some full time positions for candidates with completely open availability. All candidates must be available to work weekends and holidays. Position includes paid breaks, free meals, paid vacation, employee discounts, life insurance, 401k Plan, pension plan, plus full health insurance benefits (medical, dental, and vision).
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Retail Clerk for Madonna Inn - Tornquist in San Luis Obispo. This is a description.
Part-time retail positions available at The Shops at Madonna Inn. Must be available evenings, weekends, and holidays. Greet customers in friendly environment, suggestive selling, point-of-sale cashiering, straightening, stocking and cleaning. Neat appearance and good customer service
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skills required. Position includes free meals, employee discounts, and paid vacation.
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Customer Service for DAMM Fine Pizza LLC in Arroyo Grande. This is a description.
Come help us Cultivate Fanatics at the nation’s leading build-your-own pizza fast-casual restaurant where Individuality, Quality, Speed, and Fire are key to the success of our company and our team!
We are currently seeking team members (or Pizza’olos)
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who can maintain a positive and upbeat attitude to create lively fun guest interactions in our Blaze Pizza location.
As a Pizza’olo, not only do we want you to show your own individuality, but you’ll get to help guests showcase theirs as they create their own pizzas made from artisanal quality ingredients at a super-fast speed. Our pizzas are then Fast Fire’d in our blazing hot oven and ready to eat in just 3 minutes.
What’s in it for you:
● Weekly pay
● Paid tip guarantee included in hourly wage, plus extra tips paid out
● 100% Employee meal discount
● Pay for your Birthday (after you are with us 90 days) and yearly Anniversary
● 401K with employer match (after one year and 1,000 hours once you are over the age of 21)
● Tuition Reimbursement
● Receive flexible scheduling with the ability to request time off
● Earned Paid Time Off (Full Time Only)
● Yearly Shoe Allowance (Full Time Only)
● Work in a fun, fast, and friendly environment with opportunities for advancement
Let us help you develop into a future leader in our company!
COVID-19 CDC procedures in place including personal protection equipment; provided as needed, sanitation procedures, social distancing, and temperature checks for all employees/management.
Note: We do not allow minors to stock, sell, or ring up alcohol purchases.
Requirements:
What we look for, it’s simple!
GREAT attitude! Likes to have FUN at work!
Reliable and hardworking!
Strong guest service and communication skills
Possesses a “Put guests first” approach to business
Likes to learn!
Responds positively to coaching and direction
Likes being a part of a high performance TEAM!
Good personal grooming
Ability to stand for up to 8 hours
Ability to use motion that entails pushing, pulling, stretching and continuous bilateral use of fingers and wrists
Responsibilities:
Pizza’olos work in a fast-paced environment, where your responsibilities may include:
Making the best pizza - the way the guest wants it made!
Taking orders, preparing and firing GREAT pizzas right in front of the guest!
Operating a point of sale system and cash handling
Food preparation, general cleaning, stocking items, and maintaining a clean dining room for all our guests
Guest interaction to include serving pizzas to the guest and inquiring about their visit
Always cultivating the guest experience by providing fast, courteous, and sincere service - always say “YES!”
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General Manager for Leemar United Group DBA El Pollo Loco in Santa Maria. This is a description.
SIGNING BONUS!!!!
Also Looking for General Managers that are willing to relocated to other parts of California, Utah, or Colorado, with a very generous relocation package.
Have you ever envisioned leading a team to success or
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dared to help manage a million-dollar business? Well here’s your opportunity to live the dream! Put your team-building skills to the test and bring us your passion, energy, and strong customer service skills. We’ll provide you with an awesome training program, great mentors, and an exceptional team that will help you launch your career. The rest is up to you!
Company & Culture:
For over 35 years El Pollo Loco continues to dominate the market in delivering the best citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken. We opened our first restaurant in 1980 in Los Angeles, and today we are over 450 restaurants strong and still growing! From our products to our people, we’re truly amazing!
Job Summary:
Manages, coaches, recognizes performance, directs activities, and establishes priorities for Assistant Managers, Shift Leaders, and Crew members for efficient and effective restaurant operations.
Measuring, creating and ensuring exceptional guest experiences
Coordinating and implementing new product introductions and procedures in the restaurant
Ensuring execution and compliance with all security, food safety, quality, and cleanliness standards
Maintaining cost controls and meeting the sales/profit goals
Administering all in-restaurant records and procedures including payroll, inventories, security and employee personnel files
Leading restaurant management team in recruitment, selection, hiring, retention, employee relations and corrective action
Ensuring a respectful and diverse workplace exists in the restaurant
Job Details:
Work Hours: Full-Time schedule, and may work any shift including opening, mid-day, and closing. The great news is that our restaurants are not open 24 hours!
Career Advancement/Career Plan: We promote heavily from within, so from a GM you can develop to become an Area Leader, then Director of Operations, and beyond!
Work Attire: EPL logo’d shirt will be provided, and black slacks and no-slip shoes are required
Ensuring a respectful and diverse workplace exists in the restaurant
Requirements:
Experience: Must be an EPL Assistant Manager or have the equivalent of 2 years or more of management experience, preferably in a restaurant environment. Familiarity with Point-Of-Sale systems is desired.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred, and college education desired
Communication: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills (second language a plus)
Competencies: Basic math and computer skills, and strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills
Driving/Vehicle: Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle that may be used for company business.
Food Handler Card: Must have a Serve Safe Certificate at thetime of hire or obtain a Serve Safe Certificate and pass the EPL Food Safety Audit (FSA) class upon hire, where applicable
Physical Demands: The General Manager regularly stands, walks, talks, hears, uses close and distance vision, tastes or smells, lifts 20 lbs., and repetitively reaches/handles/feels/grasps objects with their hands. The position occasionally stoops/kneels/crouches/crawls and lifts objects weighing up to 40 lbs.
Benefits/Perks:
What’s in it for you!
We offer eligible Employees the following Benefits/Perks:
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Cashier for Central Coast Star, LLC dba Carl's Jr. in Santa Maria. This is a description.
Main responsibilities of a cashier:
Managing transactions, making sure pricing is accurate
Accepting payments and providing receipts
Bagging purchased goods
Cashier Job Description:
We are looking for a qualified and responsible cashier to manage all transactions with our customers efficiently
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and accurately.
A good job candidate is a person who knows their way around a cash register and can easily operate it, together with a product scanner. Their main responsibilities include accepting payments and providing receipts, making sure all transactions run smoothly and every customer is satisfied with the service.
The cashier we would like to employ must be able to interact with our customers in a friendly manner, and provide assistance should any customer require it. Excellent communication skills are paramount to help us continue to delight our customers and provide them with an outstanding experience.
A qualified candidate must also be able to follow instructions and be a successful member of our team. Previous experience is an advantage, and solid math and multitasking skills are a must.
Responsibilities of a Cashier:
Greeting customers when entering and leaving the premises
Managing transactions using a cash register
Balancing the cash register
Scanning goods and making sure pricing and quantities are accurate
Accepting payments in cash, credit or check
Providing change and receipts
Issuing coupons, vouchers, stamps and gift cards
Processing returns and refunds, and resolving customer complaints
Bagging and wrapping purchased goods for safe transport
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Caregiver for Arosa in Santa Maria. This is a description.
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE A PAY RAISE EACH PAY DAY?
How? Our Caregiver Referral program can boost your hourly rate!!!
This is only 1 of 15 reasons why you should join Arosa.
WHAT CAN AROSA OFFER YOU?
Our mission is to attract, train, retain, and
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treasure the best care professionals
We provide training and advancement opportunities to keep our caregivers at the top of their game & never hesitate to celebrate the work you do
We are proud to be the #1 employer of the most Aging Life Care Professionals (ALCP’s) in the country
Our caregivers work hard to take care of others, so we work hard to take care of you.
15 REASONS TO JOIN AROSA:
GROWTH
Care Management Support
Eligible for annual merit increases
Opportunities for advancement
Online and in-person education and training
Recognition through the CECA Awards
BENEFITS
Higher starting pay compared to most companies in the area
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Referral bonus program
401(k) with employer matching
PERKS
Earn Care Coins for your good work and redeem with gift cards
Instant access to earned wages (PayActiv) Payday Options: Direct Deposit or Wisely Pay Card
Emergency assistance through the Arosa Grant Circle
Observance of Mother's Day as a company holiday
Worldwide Gratitude Day celebration
Cell phone discount up to 22% for Verizon and Sprint
THE DIFFERENCE YOU WILL MAKE:
Support clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, preparing meals, medication reminders, light housekeeping, & companionship
Maintain a safe & comfortable home environment for clients
Communicate and document progress with the care team
Foster meaningful relationships built on trust and support
WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT CANDIDATE:
Excellent communication skills (English proficiency encouraged)
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Cafe Host* for Madonna Inn - Tornquist in San Luis Obispo. This is a description.
The Madonna Inn is seeking to fill a hosting position in its Copper Café. Must be available to work weekends and holidays. Positive attitude and customer service skills are necessary. The position offers paid vacation, paid
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breaks, free meals, employee discounts, plus full insurance benefits... medical, dental, and vision.
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Dishwasher for Madonna Inn - Tornquist in San Luis Obispo. This is a description.
The Madonna Inn is seeking to fill a part-time dishwashing position. Must be available weekends and holidays. Primary responsibility is dishwashing, but occasional duties also include sweeping, mopping, cleaning restrooms, taking out trash & recycling, etc. The
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positions includes life insurance, 401k Plan, pension plan, paid vacation, paid breaks, free meals, employee discounts, plus full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about hiring inSanta Maria
What is the best way to find and hire in Santa Maria near me?
Online job boards are the best place to find qualified Santa Maria applicants. Employers posting their Santa Maria jobs on Indeed get about 15 applications from that board on average.
Which job boards should I post on to find Santa Maria applicants?
You should post to multiple job boards at once. The most successful job postings for Santa Maria are on Indeed – but on average, employers post to 10 boards at the same time, using tools like Workstream. Publishing to multiple job boards at once helps you get your first applicant in 16 hours on average, which is shorter than the average for Santa Maria positions.
What's the best way to communicate with applicants looking for a role in Santa Maria?
SMS has 85% open rates which is higher than phone call or Email. Text to hire today!
Is it OK to text Santa Maria job applicants?
Hourly paid workers are actually more engaged when texting about jobs. We have found that text messages are 137% better than email at getting an applicant's response. Have a look at Workstream, which automates the process of texting and uses a phone number specifically assigned to your job post so you don’t have to use your personal phone.
Can I use a different phone number to engage Santa Maria applicants via text message?
Yes, tools such as Workstream provide custom phone numbers that allow employers to engage with applicants through their tool without having to use a personal or business cell phone.
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