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Islander 71

Prep Cook

Isle Of Palms, SC · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

NOW HIRING FULL TIME & PAR TIME Prep Cook / Back of House The ideal candidates will be self-starters who can work independently and have a great work ethic. We welcome passionate, driven and ...

Epic Hospitality

Prep Cook

Isle Of Palms, SC · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

NOW HIRING FULL TIME & PAR TIME Prep Cook / Back of House The ideal candidates will be self-starters who can work independently and have a great work ethic. We welcome passionate, driven and ...

Epic Hospitality

Prep Cook

Isle Of Palms, SC · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

NOW HIRING FULL TIME & PAR TIME Prep Cook / Back of House The ideal candidates will be self-starters who can work independently and have a great work ethic. We welcome passionate, driven and ...

The KC Live!

Prep Cook - Palm Tree Club KC

Kansas City, MO

$14 - $17.50/hr

Perform more than one task at a time Prep Cook Qualifications * At least on year experience of cooking on a fast paced kitchen line and food preparation experience. * Culinary certified training ...

Eleven City Diner

Prep Cook

Chicago, IL

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Experienced Senior Prep Cook - 5+ years Experience. Daily Prep in support for restaurant in ... Potential opportunity to grow in salaried position. Full time. Day time 7a-3p. Se habla espanol

Eleven City Diner

Prep Cook

Chicago, IL · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Experienced Senior Prep Cook - 5+ years Experience. Daily Prep in support for restaurant in ... Potential opportunity to grow in salaried position. Full time. Day time 7a-3p. Se habla espanol ...

Sports & Social

Prep Cook - Palm Tree Club KC

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Perform more than one task at a time Prep Cook Qualifications * At least on year experience of cooking on a fast paced kitchen line and food preparation experience. * Culinary certified training ...

Eleven City Diner

Catering Prep Cook

Chicago, IL

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Experienced Senior Prep Cook - 5+ years Experience. Daily Prep in support for restaurant in ... Fantastic hourly $$$. Full time. Day time 7a-3p. Se habla espanol

Eric Donnelly Restaurants

Prep Cook

Kirkland, WA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Prep cooks will be required to cook and prepare a variety of food products including meat, seafood ... Must be flexible to work day time, evenings and weekends. We offer sick pay, employee discounts for ...

Eleven City Diner

Catering Prep Cook

Chicago, IL

$55K - $64K/yr

Experienced Senior Prep Cook - 5+ years Experience. Daily Prep in support for restaurant in ... Fantastic hourly $$$. Full time. Day time 7a-3p. Se habla espanol More detail about Eleven City ...

CircleSpey LLC

Prep Cook

Kirkland, WA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Prep cooks will be required to cook and prepare a variety of food products including meat, seafood ... Must be flexible to work day time, evenings and weekends. We offer sick pay, employee discounts for ...

The KC Live!

Prep Cook - Besos y Abrazos

Kansas City, MO

$14 - $17.50/hr

Perform more than one task at a time Prep Cook Qualifications * At least on year experience of cooking on a fast paced kitchen line and food preparation experience. * Culinary certified training ...

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How much do day time prep cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for day time prep cook in the United States is $15.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Day Time Prep Cook vs Evening Prep Cook?

AspectDay Time Prep CookEvening Prep Cook
Work HoursTypically morning to early afternoonAfternoon to late evening
CertificationsFood Handler’s Permit, Basic Culinary SkillsFood Handler’s Permit, Basic Culinary Skills
Work EnvironmentKitchen, restaurant, cateringKitchen, restaurant, catering
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing ingredients, assembling dishes for the dayPreparing ingredients, finishing dishes for dinner service

The main difference between a Day Time Prep Cook and an Evening Prep Cook lies in their work hours and shift focus. Day Time Prep Cooks work primarily during morning hours, preparing ingredients and dishes for the upcoming day, while Evening Prep Cooks focus on late afternoon and evening shifts, preparing for dinner service. Both roles require similar certifications and skills, but their schedules and specific responsibilities differ based on restaurant needs.

Do day time prep cooks make good money?

Day time prep cooks typically earn an hourly wage that varies by location and experience, with median pay around minimum wage to slightly above. Experienced prep cooks or those working in high-end establishments can earn higher wages, and some may receive tips or benefits. Overall, the pay is generally considered moderate within the culinary industry.

How to get a job as a day time prep cook?

To get a job as a daytime prep cook, you should gain basic cooking skills, food safety knowledge, and experience in food preparation. Applying to restaurants or catering services during their hiring periods and demonstrating reliability and cleanliness can improve your chances. Having a food handler's permit or certification may also be required in some areas.

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Merrimack, NH • On-site

Michael Timothy's Dining Group
Restaurants • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Michael Timothy's Dining Groupexternal

$22 - $24/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Buckley's great steaks of the Michael Timothy's Dining Group is actively seeking a motivated full-time prep cook to prepare and cook food in our Merrimack, NH location. Are you ready to work? Do you want to be part of a busy and fun team environment? Are you someone who takes pride in their hard work? If so, please keep reading!

Experienced prep cooks can earn up to $22 - $24 / hour. We provide great benefits and perks, including benefits that start for any employees with schedules from 20 hours per week and up. We  offer 5-day work weeks, paid vacation, and employee discounts with a daily family meal. If this sounds like the right restaurant opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT MICHAEL TIMOTHY'S DINING GROUP

We are a dining group that manages full-service restaurants throughout the state of New Hampshire and Woburn Massachusetts , including restaurants like Buckley's Great Steaks, Lost Cowboy brewing , Surf Restaurant, and Buckley's Bakery & Cafe, The Rosa, Buckley's burger and steak. We are known for high-quality food products and customer service in each of our locations. With great pride in what we do, we ensure that our guests walk out of our restaurants happy!

As a professionally managed company, we set the benchmark for excellence in the industry. Every day our team lives up to our values of honesty, integrity, and hospitality. We respect and value our team which is why we offer generous benefits, very competitive compensation, a positive working environment, and opportunities for growth.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PREP COOK

As our prep cook , you are key to providing high-quality food to guests. Following recipes with care, you clean, cut, and cook all food items in accordance with our procedures and health regulations. You keep stations clean and stocked as well as work other kitchen staff members to complete prep projects . With attention to detail, you ensure that food is ready for our line cooks

QUALIFICATIONS OF A PREP COOK

  • Experience working in a commercial kitchen
  • Able to work days including weekend's

Are you an excellent communicator? Can you work in a fast-paced environment? Do you manage your time well and prioritize tasks accordingly? Can you be patient and professional with staff ? If yes, please consider applying to this prep Cook job!

WORK SCHEDULE

Encouraging a positive work/life balance, we offer 5-day workweek schedules, comprised of days and weekends. 

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR DINING TEAM?

If you feel you'd be perfect as our prep cook , apply now using our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We can't wait to hear from you!

Location: 03060

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