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Applebee's

Prep Cook

Bohemia, NY · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Prep Cook Opportunity Applebee's is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep ... If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food ...

Applebee's

Prep Cook

Bohemia, NY · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Prep Cook Opportunity Applebee's is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep ... If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food ...

Chevys Fresh Mex

Prep Cook

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$15.92 - $20/hr

Position & Perks Chevys Fresh Mex is hiring Prep Cooks to support our scratch-made kitchen with fresh prep, strong organization, and teamwork. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a fast-paced ...

LM Restaurants

PREP COOK

Deerfield Beach, FL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Prep Cook Deerfield Beach, FL Fresh Prep. Fast Pace. Steady Work. Welcome to The Cove The Cove is a Deerfield Beach waterfront favorite, serving fresh American food, cold drinks, and laid-back marina ...

Chevys Fresh Mex

Prep Cook

Linden, NJ · On-site

$15.92 - $20/hr

Position & Perks Chevys Fresh Mex is hiring Prep Cooks to support our scratch-made kitchen with fresh prep, strong organization, and teamwork. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a fast-paced ...

Chevys Fresh Mex

Prep Cook

Clifton, NJ

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Position & Perks Chevys Fresh Mex is hiring Prep Cooks to support our scratch-made kitchen with fresh prep, strong organization, and teamwork. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a fast-paced ...

LM Restaurants

PREP COOK

Deerfield Beach, FL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Prep Cook Deerfield Beach, FL Fresh Prep. Fast Pace. Steady Work. Welcome to The Cove The Cove is a Deerfield Beach waterfront favorite, serving fresh American food, cold drinks, and laid-back marina ...

Chevys Fresh Mex

Prep Cook

Linden, NJ · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Position & Perks Chevys Fresh Mex is hiring Prep Cooks to support our scratch-made kitchen with fresh prep, strong organization, and teamwork. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a fast-paced ...

Applebee's

Prep Cook - Fresh Meadows Queens

Fresh Meadows, NY · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Position & Perks Applebee's is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep the kitchen running strong. If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that ...

Doherty Enterprises

Prep Cook

Linden, NJ · On-site

$15.92 - $20/hr

Chevys Fresh Mex is hiring Prep Cooks to support our scratch-made kitchen with fresh prep, strong organization, and teamwork. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a fast-paced environment, we ...

Doherty Enterprises

Prep Cook

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$15.92 - $20/hr

Chevys Fresh Mex is hiring Prep Cooks to support our scratch-made kitchen with fresh prep, strong organization, and teamwork. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a fast-paced environment, we ...

Doherty Enterprises

Prep Cook

Linden, NJ

$15.92 - $20/hr

Overview Chevys Fresh Mex is hiring Prep Cooks to support our scratch-made kitchen with fresh prep, strong organization, and teamwork. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a fast-paced ...

Doherty Enterprises

Prep Cook

Clifton, NJ

$15.92 - $20/hr

Overview Chevys Fresh Mex is hiring Prep Cooks to support our scratch-made kitchen with fresh prep, strong organization, and teamwork. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a fast-paced ...

Doherty Enterprises

Prep Cook

Jersey City, NJ

$15.92 - $20.50/hr

Overview Applebee's is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep the kitchen ... If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food ...

Applebee's

Prep Cook

Tinton Falls, NJ

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Position & Perks Applebee's is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep the ... If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food ...

Applebee's

Prep Cook

Asbury Park, NJ

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Position & Perks Applebee's is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep the ... If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food ...

Doherty Enterprises

Prep Cook

Riverhead, NY · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

Applebee's is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep the kitchen running ... If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food ...

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Prep Cook

Bohemia, NY • On-site

Applebee's
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees
Learn more about Applebee'sexternal

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Applebee's rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 747 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 89 rated restaurants

Job description

Prep Cook Opportunity

Applebee's is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep the kitchen running strong. If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food in a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere, this role is for you.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay
  • Health care benefits (for both part-time and full-time team members)
  • Flexible schedules
  • Paid, on-the-job training
  • Meal discounts
  • Real advancement opportunities
  • WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

What You'll Do Prepare ingredients according to recipes and prep sheets, follow proper food storage and rotation, maintain a clean and organized prep area, and support overall kitchen operations.

Qualifications

  • Ability to stand and move throughout the entire shift
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen
  • Strong attention to cleanliness and food quality
  • Team-oriented with a positive attitude

Apply today and be part of the neighborhood team at Applebee's.

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