Pinole, CA · On-site
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
The Original Mels is looking for experienced Prep Cooks at our 24-hour Pinole location. Applicants must be available to work weekends and nights. This is a high volume, fast paced restaurant, serving ...
Pinole, CA · On-site
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
The Original Mels is looking for experienced Prep Cooks at our 24-hour Pinole location. Applicants must be available to work weekends and nights. This is a high volume, fast paced restaurant, serving ...
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
The Original Mels is looking for experienced Prep Cooks at our 24-hour Pinole location. Applicants must be available to work weekends and nights. This is a high volume, fast paced restaurant, serving ...
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
The Original Mels is looking for experienced Prep Cooks at our 24-hour Pinole location. Applicants must be available to work weekends and nights. This is a high volume, fast paced restaurant, serving ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
The Prep Cook produces required cold prep items in kitchen to forecasted business. He/she reviews production sheets, BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), and par sheets in order to prepare for the day ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
The Prep Cook produces required cold prep items in kitchen to forecasted business. He/she reviews production sheets, BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), and par sheets in order to prepare for the day ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
The Prep Cook produces required cold prep items in kitchen to forecasted business. He/she reviews production sheets, BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), and par sheets in order to prepare for the day ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
The Prep Cook produces required cold prep items in kitchen to forecasted business. He/she reviews production sheets, BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), and par sheets in order to prepare for the day ...
$19 - $23/hr
Do you enjoy being the backbone of a busy kitchen, setting the team up for success before the rush hits? We're looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to help keep things running ...
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$19 - $23/hr
Do you enjoy being the backbone of a busy kitchen, setting the team up for success before the rush hits? We're looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to help keep things running ...
Burlingame, CA · On-site
$21 - $25/hr
Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through our ...
Burlingame, CA · On-site
$21 - $25/hr
Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through our ...
$18 - $27/hr
Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through our ...
$18 - $27/hr
Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through our ...
San Leandro, CA · On-site
$18 - $27/hr
Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through our ...
San Leandro, CA · On-site
$18 - $27/hr
Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through our ...
Burlingame, CA · On-site
$21 - $25/hr
Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through our ...
Burlingame, CA · On-site
$21 - $25/hr
Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through our ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$17 - $26/hr
RH is seeking a driven Prep Cook to contribute to the culinary excellence for which RH is known. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, values precision and efficiency, and takes ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$17 - $26/hr
RH is seeking a driven Prep Cook to contribute to the culinary excellence for which RH is known. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, values precision and efficiency, and takes ...
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
RH is seeking a driven Prep Cook to contribute to the culinary excellence for which RH is known. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, values precision and efficiency, and takes ...
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
RH is seeking a driven Prep Cook to contribute to the culinary excellence for which RH is known. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, values precision and efficiency, and takes ...
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
RH is seeking a driven Prep Cook to contribute to the culinary excellence for which RH is known. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, values precision and efficiency, and takes ...
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
RH is seeking a driven Prep Cook to contribute to the culinary excellence for which RH is known. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, values precision and efficiency, and takes ...
Fremont, CA · On-site
$20/hr
Qualifications include: ● Knowledge of ingredients and kitchen equipment ● Proven experience as prep cook ● Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen ● Manual dexterity able to ...
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Fremont, CA · On-site
$20/hr
Qualifications include: ● Knowledge of ingredients and kitchen equipment ● Proven experience as prep cook ● Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen ● Manual dexterity able to ...
$18.05 - $30.75/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 ...
$18.05 - $30.75/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 ...
$17.79 - $30.25/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 ...
$17.79 - $30.25/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 ...
Pittsburg, CA · On-site
$16.90 - $28.75/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 ...
Pittsburg, CA · On-site
$16.90 - $28.75/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 ...
$18.05 - $30.75/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 ...
$18.05 - $30.75/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 ...
$16.90 - $28.25/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 ...
$16.90 - $28.25/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 ...
Oakland, CA · On-site
$22.50/hr
The Prep Cook will perform basic prep skills, monitor inventory and assist in creation of all craft items, including in-house sauces, condiments, etc. About Just Fare Just Fare is building a just ...
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Oakland, CA · On-site
$22.50/hr
The Prep Cook will perform basic prep skills, monitor inventory and assist in creation of all craft items, including in-house sauces, condiments, etc. About Just Fare Just Fare is building a just ...
$16.90 - $28.75/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 ...
$16.90 - $28.75/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 ...
$10.48 - $11.60
1% of jobs
$11.60 - $12.72
3% of jobs
$12.72 - $13.85
7% of jobs
$13.85 - $14.97
8% of jobs
$15.50 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.97 - $16.09
11% of jobs
$16.09 - $17.22
15% of jobs
The median wage is $17.53 / hr.
$17.22 - $18.34
17% of jobs
$19.40 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$18.34 - $19.46
14% of jobs
$19.46 - $20.59
13% of jobs
$20.59 - $21.71
7% of jobs
$21.71 - $22.83
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.
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
Full-time
Posted 23 days ago
