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Jobs in El Cajon, CA
162 active postings tracked in El Cajon, CA · collapsed to 136 roles.
El Cajon, CA Job Market Score
- Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
- High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
- Pay is above the national median ($29.85/hr vs $26/hr national)
El Cajon, CA job market overview (June 2026)
The El Cajon, CA job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 162 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in crew / cashier and retail associate, with food service / restaurants as the leading sector.
- 100% of postings in El Cajon, CA have been open for more than 30 days, which may indicate slower hiring or reposted positions.
- Half of active postings here have been open 59 days or fewer. The longest 10% have been open for 748+ days.
- 10% of postings list a salary range (17 of 162).
- Median advertised hourly rate is $29.85/hr, with 53% of disclosed-pay roles paid hourly.
- The most active employers right now are Panda Express, Ulta Beauty, and Ross Stores.
What this means for job seekers
- Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
- Best opportunities are in crew / cashier and retail associate.
- Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.
El Cajon, CA job market
Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in El Cajon, CA.
- 162Active postings
- 0Posted this week
- 162Open 30+ days100% of active
- 0Remote / hybrid0% of active
- 10%List salary17 of 162
- 53%Hourly9 of disclosed
- $151kMedian annual (max)
- $29.85/hrMedian hourly (max)
- 59dMedian agep90 748d (long tail)
Wages by category
Wages by employment type
Wages by sector
Top categories
- Crew / Cashier16
- Retail Associate15
- Store Supervisor / Manager15
- Food Service13
- Beauty Advisor / Stylist13
- Shift Supervisor / Service Lead8
Top occupations (SOC)
- First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers11
- Fast Food and Counter Workers6
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers4
- Cooks, Restaurant3
- General and Operations Managers2
- Retail Salespersons2
Top sectors
- Food Service / Restaurants79
- Retail77
- Consumer Goods31
- Healthcare11
- Financial Services2
- Professional Services2
Employment mix
- Unspecified107 · 66%
- Part-time37 · 23%
- Contract11 · 7%
- Full-time5 · 3%
- Temporary2 · 1%
Top hiring companies
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Recent postings
- Bakery/Deli ClerkCook / Kitchen
Kroger · El Cajon, CA · krogerfamilycareers.com
$17.10–$23.47/hr · posted 4 weeks ago
- FAC ENG/REFRIGERATION HVAC TECH 5HVAC Technician
Kroger · El Cajon, CA · krogerfamilycareers.com
posted 1 month ago
- KFC General Manager - HourlyRestaurant Manager / GM× 2 openings
KFC · El Cajon, CA · jobs.kfc.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager - HourlyRestaurant Manager / GM× 3 openings
KFC · El Cajon, CA · jobs.kfc.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- KFC Team MemberCrew / Cashier× 3 openings
KFC · El Cajon, CA · jobs.kfc.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- KFC Shift SupervisorShift Supervisor / Service Lead× 3 openings
KFC · El Cajon, CA · jobs.kfc.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- Design & Delivery Consultant II - Onsite
Kaiser Permanente · El Cajon, CA · kaiserpermanentejobs.org
posted 1 month ago
- Full-Time Store AssociateRetail Associate
Aldi · El Cajon, CA, USA · careers.aldi.us
posted 1 month ago
- Assistant Store ManagerStore Supervisor / Manager
Ross Stores · El Cajon, CA · jobs.rossstores.com
posted 1 month ago
- Vetco Veterinary Assistant-Training Provided (Driving Role)
Petco · El Cajon, CA · careers.petco.com
posted 1 month ago
- Assistant Manager(07705) - 1104 E. Washington AveStore Supervisor / Manager
Domino's Pizza · El Cajon, CA · jobs.smartrecruiters.com
posted 1 month ago
- Delivery Driver(07705) - 1104 E. Washington AveDelivery Driver
Domino's Pizza · El Cajon, CA · jobs.smartrecruiters.com
posted 1 month ago
- Server Assistant - BusserServer / Host
Texas Roadhouse · El Cajon, CA · careers.becomearoadie.com
posted 1 month ago
- Deli AssociateCook / Kitchen
Albertsons · El Cajon, CA · eofd.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com
posted 1 month ago
- Merchandise Manager× 2 openings
Ulta Beauty · El Cajon, CA · careers.ulta.com
most recent posted 1 month ago
- Manager
Panera Bread · El Cajon, CA, United States of America · careers.panerabread.com
posted 1 month ago