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Dana Point, CA Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (8% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 13% from the last 14 days)
  • Most postings refresh within a month (28% open 30+ days)

Dana Point, CA job market overview (May 2026)

The Dana Point, CA job market is currently cooling, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 39 active job postings tracked here, 28% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in cook / kitchen and server / host, with consumer goods as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect a typical mix of fast and slow-moving roles.
  • Best opportunities are in cook / kitchen and server / host.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Dana Point, CA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Dana Point, CA.

Top categories

  • Cook / Kitchen5
  • Server / Host5
  • Food Service3
  • Retail Associate1
  • Bartender / Barista1
  • Delivery Driver1

Top sectors

  • Consumer Goods34
  • Real Estate34
  • Food Service / Restaurants3
  • Financial Services1
  • Retail1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified25 · 64%
  • Part-time11 · 28%
  • Full-time3 · 8%

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