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Job opportunities as Cook / Food Prep / Kitchen Team Member / BOH Crew Member is generally offered ... Follows cold and hot preparation recipes according to standards, and inspects all ingredients.

Prep Cook

Houston, TX

$11.50 - $12.50/hr

Job opportunities as Cook / Food Prep / Kitchen Team Member / BOH Crew Member is generally offered ... Follows cold and hot preparation recipes according to standards, and inspects all ingredients.

PR

$12 - $15.25/hr

Configura la lnea; esto incluye todos los Hot Wells. Prepara recetas frescas todos los das.. Comprensin adecuada de todas las medidas y recetas. Sigue los procedimientos adecuados de enfriamiento ...

Prep Cook

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$19.75/hr

Prep all cold and hot food items using prep worksheets and standardized recipes. * Assemble dishes to spec, ensuring consistent quality and presentation. * Cut, peel, wash, and prepare produce.

BOH Team Member - Closed

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$11.75 - $15/hr

Efficiently follow a daily prep cook list provided by management * Preparing and cooking ingredients for the line (including hot prep, cold prep, grill prep, and grill fry) * Efficiently prepare all ...

Back of House Team Member

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Efficiently follow a daily prep cook list provided by management * Preparing and cooking ingredients for the line (including hot prep, cold prep, grill prep, and grill fry) * Efficiently prepare all ...

BOH Kitchen Lead

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Prep all cold and hot food items using prep worksheets * Follow proper knife safety procedures * Operate oven and hot prep equipment, ensure proper time/temp of all hot and cooked foods * Operate fit ...

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How much do hot prep jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for hot prep in the United States is $14.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hot Prep, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hot Prep, you need a solid understanding of food safety, basic cooking techniques, and experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, commercial ovens, and adherence to sanitation protocols are essential. Strong time management, attention to detail, and teamwork help you excel in preparing quality dishes under pressure. These skills ensure efficient kitchen operations, consistent food quality, and a safe, collaborative work environment.

What are Hot Prep workers?

Hot Prep workers are kitchen staff responsible for preparing and cooking hot food items in restaurants, cafeterias, or food production facilities. Their duties include following recipes, cooking food to proper temperatures, ensuring food safety standards, and maintaining cleanliness in their work area. They often work as part of a team to ensure timely and efficient meal preparation, especially during busy meal periods. Hot Prep workers play a vital role in delivering quality, safe, and tasty food to customers.

What is the difference between Hot Prep vs Hot Line Cook?

AspectHot PrepHot Line Cook
CredentialsFood Handler's Permit, Kitchen ExperienceFood Handler's Permit, Kitchen Experience
Work EnvironmentPrep Kitchen, Early ShiftsLine Station, Service Hours
Industry UsageFood Service, CateringRestaurants, Hotels

Hot Prep and Hot Line Cook roles both require food safety certifications and kitchen experience. Hot Prep typically involves preparing ingredients and dishes in the kitchen's early stages, while Hot Line Cooks focus on cooking and plating dishes during service hours. Both positions are essential in food service establishments, but they differ mainly in timing and specific responsibilities.

What are some common challenges faced by Hot Prep cooks, and how can they be overcome?

Hot Prep cooks often work in fast-paced environments where timing and consistency are crucial. A common challenge is managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality and food safety standards. To overcome this, strong organizational skills and clear communication with the kitchen team are essential. Staying organized with prep lists and keeping a clean work area can help ensure smooth service and minimize errors.
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Infographic showing various Hot Prep job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 62% Physical, and 38% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,765 per year, or $14.3 per hour.
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Orlando Health

Sebastian, FL • On-site

$12 - $15/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Orlando Health rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 588 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

250th of 870 rated healthcare providers


Job description


Position Summary

“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you."

About Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital

Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is a 178-bed comprehensive medical and surgical facility serving the communities along Florida’s Treasure Coast as a trusted healthcare provider for more than 50 years. With the latest technology and a team of skilled healthcare professionals, we are committed to bringing the highest level of expert and compassionate care to the communities we serve.

With a full scope of care, we offer advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including emergency care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, as well as advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center for our high-quality stroke care. As further demonstration of our commitment to quality and safety, we have earned several additional industry recognitions.

                                                Click Here to Learn More About: Sebastian River Hospital

 

WHY ORLANDO HEALTH?

Competitive Pay

Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (Starting on Day One)

Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

Employee-centric

Orlando Health has been selected as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare.

Position Summary
Prepares all hot food items for both patient and non-patient food services, following all production plans and recipes as assigned by the
Executive Chef, Food & Nutrition Supervisor or Production Leader.


Responsibilities

Essential Functions
Assists as needed in tray assembly, preparing of special diet needs (puree meals, supplements or non-patient services.
Knows basic food preparation techniques including receiving, storing, preparation and holding of food items.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of food service sanitation and practices infection control procedures. Is familiar with all practices
and procedures of the HAACP guidelines and adheres to them.
Communicates proper information regarding patient, non-patient or department needs to the Executive Chef, Food and Nutrition
Supervisor, Group Leaders and peers of the food service team.
Demonstrates a willingness to help on work that needs to be done, will help in other areas of the kitchen when necessary (i.e.,
cold prep, bakery, store room, café serving line, dish room or tray line.)
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state
and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.


Other Related Functions
Participates in monthly departmental AQ/QI activities and all related services.
Observes all departmental rules and regulations.
Follows proper portion controls and menu preparation.
Is knowledgeable about all cold food preparation procedures and performs these duties when necessary. Follows all universal
precautions as they apply to food services.
Prepares meat roasting charts, temperature logs, leftover logs, etc. as needed.


Qualifications

Education/Training
Ability to read and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.


Licensure/Certification
None.


Experience
Six(6) months of fast food production or kitchen food production.

Qualifications:

Education/Training
Ability to read and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.


Licensure/Certification
None.


Experience
Six(6) months of fast food production or kitchen food production.

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About Orlando Health

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Orlando Health is a 3,200-bed system that includes 15 wholly-owned hospitals and emergency departments; rehabilitation services, cancer institutes, heart institutes, imaging and laboratory services, wound care centers, physician offices for adults and pediatrics, skilled nursing facilities, an in-patient behavioral health facility, home healthcare services in partnership with LHC Group, and urgent care centers in partnership with CareSpot Urgent Care. Nearly 4,200 physicians, representing more than 80 medical specialties and subspecialties have privileges across the Orlando Health system, which employs nearly 22,000 team members. Areas of clinical excellence are orthopedics, heart and vascular, cancer care, neurosciences, surgery, pediatric specialties, neonatology, women's health and trauma.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Orlando, FL, US

Year founded

1918