Prep Cook
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
As a Prep Cook your responsibilities would include: * Reading a prep sheet * Following Bubba's 33 legendary recipes * Keeping the walk-in refrigerator clean and organized * Maintaining and using ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
As a Prep Cook your responsibilities would include: * Reading a prep sheet * Following Bubba's 33 legendary recipes * Keeping the walk-in refrigerator clean and organized * Maintaining and using ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
As a Prep Cook your responsibilities would include: * Reading a prep sheet * Following Bubba's 33 legendary recipes * Keeping the walk-in refrigerator clean and organized * Maintaining and using ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
As a Prep Cook your responsibilities would include: * Reading a prep sheet * Following Texas Roadhouse legendary recipes * Keeping the walk-in refrigerator clean and organized * Maintaining and using ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
As a Prep Cook your responsibilities would include: * Reading a prep sheet * Following Texas Roadhouse legendary recipes * Keeping the walk-in refrigerator clean and organized * Maintaining and using ...
Orange Beach, AL · On-site
$12.25 - $15.50/hr
The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and ensuring the kitchen is set up for successful service. This role supports the chefs and line cooks in executing a smooth and efficient meal ...
Orange Beach, AL · On-site
$12.25 - $15.50/hr
The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and ensuring the kitchen is set up for successful service. This role supports the chefs and line cooks in executing a smooth and efficient meal ...
Daphne, AL · On-site
$9 - $15/hr
Our back-of-the-house prep cooks are responsible for prepping and cooking Beef's food items according to recipe specs. They take pride in preparing quality food and ingredients. Positive attitudes ...
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Daphne, AL · On-site
$9 - $15/hr
Our back-of-the-house prep cooks are responsible for prepping and cooking Beef's food items according to recipe specs. They take pride in preparing quality food and ingredients. Positive attitudes ...
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...
Spanish Fort, AL · On-site
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...
Spanish Fort, AL · On-site
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...
Spanish Fort, AL · On-site
$9 - $15/hr
Our back-of-the-house prep cooks are responsible for prepping and cooking Beef's food items according to recipe specs. They take pride in preparing quality food and ingredients. Positive attitudes ...
Spanish Fort, AL · On-site
$9 - $15/hr
Our back-of-the-house prep cooks are responsible for prepping and cooking Beef's food items according to recipe specs. They take pride in preparing quality food and ingredients. Positive attitudes ...
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...
Gulf Shores, AL · On-site
$12 - $15.25/hr
As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for the safe preparation, cooking, and storage of food items in accordance with designated recipes, instructions and presentation guidelines. You are ...
Gulf Shores, AL · On-site
$12 - $15.25/hr
As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for the safe preparation, cooking, and storage of food items in accordance with designated recipes, instructions and presentation guidelines. You are ...
Orange Beach, AL · On-site
$12.25 - $15.50/hr
A prep cook is responsible for making sure the food is ready to be cooked. They are also ensuring the safe preparation, cooking, and storage of food items in accordance with designated recipes ...
Orange Beach, AL · On-site
$12.25 - $15.50/hr
A prep cook is responsible for making sure the food is ready to be cooked. They are also ensuring the safe preparation, cooking, and storage of food items in accordance with designated recipes ...
Gulf Shores, AL · On-site
$12 - $15.25/hr
As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for the safe preparation, cooking, and storage of food items in accordance with designated recipes, instructions and presentation guidelines. You are ...
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Gulf Shores, AL · On-site
$12 - $15.25/hr
As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for the safe preparation, cooking, and storage of food items in accordance with designated recipes, instructions and presentation guidelines. You are ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$14.25 - $17.50/hr
Line Prep/Cook Facility: Pensacola Bay Center Department: Food and Beverage Reports To: Executive Chef or Designee FLSA Status: Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt LEGENDS GLOBAL Legends Global is the ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$14.25 - $17.50/hr
Line Prep/Cook Facility: Pensacola Bay Center Department: Food and Beverage Reports To: Executive Chef or Designee FLSA Status: Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt LEGENDS GLOBAL Legends Global is the ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$14.25 - $17.50/hr
Line Prep/Cook Facility: Pensacola Bay Center Department: Food and Beverage Reports To: Executive Chef or Designee FLSA Status: Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt LEGENDS GLOBAL Legends Global is the ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$14.25 - $17.50/hr
Line Prep/Cook Facility: Pensacola Bay Center Department: Food and Beverage Reports To: Executive Chef or Designee FLSA Status: Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt LEGENDS GLOBAL Legends Global is the ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$8.25 - $12.70/hr
Quick, efficient cooking skills * Ability to lift 50 pounds * Reliable attendance * Professional cooking experience * Able to work well in a team to achieve departmental goals * Interested in cooking ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$8.25 - $12.70/hr
Quick, efficient cooking skills * Ability to lift 50 pounds * Reliable attendance * Professional cooking experience * Able to work well in a team to achieve departmental goals * Interested in cooking ...
Spanish Fort, AL · On-site
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
The Prep Cook completes basic food prepping tasks as directed by the Chef /Manager. Their main duties include preparing food for the various kitchen stations, cleaning up prep areas and making sure ...
Spanish Fort, AL · On-site
$12.50 - $15.75/hr
The Prep Cook completes basic food prepping tasks as directed by the Chef /Manager. Their main duties include preparing food for the various kitchen stations, cleaning up prep areas and making sure ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$8.25 - $12.70/hr
Quick, efficient cooking skills * Ability to lift 50 pounds * Reliable attendance * Professional cooking experience * Able to work well in a team to achieve departmental goals * Interested in cooking ...
Pensacola, FL · On-site
$8.25 - $12.70/hr
Quick, efficient cooking skills * Ability to lift 50 pounds * Reliable attendance * Professional cooking experience * Able to work well in a team to achieve departmental goals * Interested in cooking ...
Gulf Shores, AL · On-site
$12 - $15.25/hr
We want Cooks to prepare food to our high quality standards, ensuring our guests have the best experience and satisfaction. You will build on your experience in high volume environments working as ...
Gulf Shores, AL · On-site
$12 - $15.25/hr
We want Cooks to prepare food to our high quality standards, ensuring our guests have the best experience and satisfaction. You will build on your experience in high volume environments working as ...
Fairhope, AL · On-site
$15 - $16/hr
Accomplishes all food preparation, cooking methods, procedures and timing to ensure that all food products meet the specifications and quality standards of Cooper Restaurants. Employee Benefits
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Fairhope, AL · On-site
$15 - $16/hr
Accomplishes all food preparation, cooking methods, procedures and timing to ensure that all food products meet the specifications and quality standards of Cooper Restaurants. Employee Benefits
Daphne, AL · On-site
$13 - $16/hr
Accomplishes all food preparation, cooking methods, procedures and timing to ensure that all food products meet the specifications and quality standards of Cooper Restaurants. Employee Benefits
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Daphne, AL · On-site
$13 - $16/hr
Accomplishes all food preparation, cooking methods, procedures and timing to ensure that all food products meet the specifications and quality standards of Cooper Restaurants. Employee Benefits
$8.02 - $8.88
1% of jobs
$8.88 - $9.74
3% of jobs
$9.74 - $10.60
7% of jobs
$10.60 - $11.46
8% of jobs
$11.87 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$11.46 - $12.32
11% of jobs
$12.32 - $13.18
15% of jobs
The median wage is $13.43 / hr.
$13.18 - $14.04
17% of jobs
$14.86 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$14.04 - $14.91
14% of jobs
$14.91 - $15.77
13% of jobs
$15.77 - $16.63
7% of jobs
$16.63 - $17.49
4% of jobs
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A prep cook works in a restaurant or private kitchen, preparing ingredients for other chefs to cook. As a prep cook, your responsibilities center on simplifying the cooking process for everyone in the kitchen. Your duties include cleaning, peeling, chopping, cutting, slicing, and dicing vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses, and other food. You are also responsible for maintaining health and safety standards in the kitchen, which is a responsibility of everyone on the staff. You need excellent knife skills to safely and quickly prepare food, and you need communication skills to follow instructions and collaborate with your coworkers. Experience working in a kitchen is helpful when you look for jobs as a prep cook, but a prep cook can sometimes be considered to be an entry-level position.
| Aspect | Prep Cook | Line Cook |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Prepares ingredients, washes, chops, and organizes supplies | cooks dishes during service, manages specific station |
| Skills & Certifications | Basic cooking skills, food safety, knife skills | Advanced cooking skills, station-specific knowledge |
| Work Environment | Kitchen prep area, early shifts | Hot line during service, fast-paced environment |
| Typical Employer | Restaurants, catering services | Restaurants, hotels, catering |
Prep cooks focus on preparing ingredients and organizing supplies, while line cooks handle cooking dishes during service. Both roles require food safety knowledge, but line cooks often need more advanced skills and work in a faster, high-pressure environment. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right culinary role.

$13.50 - $17/hr
Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO
Re-posted 29 days ago
5.9
Based on 1,094 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
45th of 88 rated restaurants
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