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Join our family

Now hiring managers, cashiers & cooks

Starting at $17.50 an hour · Full benefits available

For over 60 years, Pepe's Finest Mexican Food has been more than a restaurant — we're a family. Join us in serving authentic Mexican cuisine with the warmth that makes every guest feel at home.

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$17.50+
Starting hourly
9
SoCal kitchens
Paid
Training provided
1 yr
To paid vacation

Open positions

Three ways in. All of them paid training.

Every position is open at all nine kitchens across LA County, Orange County and the San Gabriel Valley — including our new Downey kitchen, opening soon. No experience needed for cashier and cook roles.

  • 01

    Manager / Assistant Manager

    Pay depends on experience

    Lead daily front- and back-of-house operations, coach the team the Pepe's way, and keep our 60-year standard steady shift after shift.

    • Coach, train and motivate team members
    • Uphold food quality, cleanliness and service
    • Manage scheduling, inventory and cash handling
    • Leadership experience preferred
    • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
    Apply for manager
  • 02

    Cashier

    Starting at $17.50 / hour

    Be the friendly face of Pepe's. Take orders, handle transactions, and make sure every guest leaves happy.

    • Customer service oriented
    • Detail-oriented and accurate
    • Bilingual in Spanish a plus
    • No experience required — we train you
    Apply for cashier
  • 03

    Cook

    Starting at $18.00 / hour

    Bring our family recipes to life. From carnitas to fresh-made salsas, you'll be the heart of the operation.

    • Passion for cooking
    • Team player attitude
    • Training provided for new staff
    • No experience required — we train you
    Apply for cook

Pay & benefits

Great pay, and real benefits behind it.

Medical, dental, 401(k) and paid vacation are available to full-time team members. Paid training is for everyone, from day one.

  • Competitive hourly pay

    $17.50/hour for cashiers, $18.00/hour for cooks, and manager pay based on experience.

  • Medical insurance

    Available for full-time employees.

  • Dental insurance

    Coverage for full-time team members.

  • 401(k) plan

    Start saving for your future.

  • Vacation time

    For full-time employees after one year.

  • Paid training

    Comprehensive training for all new staff.

Todos son bienvenidos

Our people make la diferencia.

No experience? No problem. Our team will guide you through the time-tested processes, the authentic recipes, and the hospitality that made Pepe's a Southern California favorite for over 60 years. We invest in your success, because when you grow, we all grow together.

“I started as a cook with no experience, but the training program taught me everything. Now I'm proud to prepare authentic dishes that our customers love. The pay is great, and the team feels like family.”

Carlos · Cook, 3 years with Pepe's

The application

The full application, minus the paperwork.

Five short steps. Only the basics on step one are required — everything else is optional and can wait for the interview. Prefer to talk to a person? Call the kitchen nearest you, or walk in and ask for the manager.

Step 1 of 5 — Application for Employment

Step 1 · Application for Employment

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.

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Days & hours you can work

Hours vary by location. These are typical shift times: Morning Shift 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Evening Shift 3/4/5 PM – Close (10 PM weekdays, 12 AM Fri & Sat)

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Transportation & eligibility

Do you have reliable transportation to and from work?
Can you travel if the position requires it?
Open to working at a different location if requested?
Are you at least 18 years old?

If under 18, hire is subject to verification that you are of minimum legal age.

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