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Line Cook at Doherty Enterprises

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $23.50

From $15.92 to $23.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Health care benefits

Health care benefits

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Paid on-the-job training

Paid on-the-job training

meal discounts

meal discounts

Real Advancement Opportunities

Real Advancement Opportunities

WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

Cook at Sodexo

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $20.00

From $18.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

employee discount

employee discount

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

401(k)

401(k)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Grill Cook at Sodexo

Ewing, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50

Exact $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

ongoing training and development

ongoing training and development

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Cook at Applebee's

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.00

Exact $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Prep Cook at Ruth's Chris

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $22.00

From $15.92 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

COOK - MCGUIRE at Air Mobility Command

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.75

Exact $19.75

Hourly

Hourly

Temporary

Temporary

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Life insurance

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $16.92

From $15.92 to $16.92

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Referral program

Referral program

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.92 - $23.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive pay
Health care benefits
flexible schedules
Paid on-the-job training
meal discounts
Real Advancement Opportunities
WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

Job Description

Applebee's is a well-established American casual dining restaurant chain known for its warm, neighborhood atmosphere and a diverse menu that caters to a wide range of tastes. Founded with the mission to serve quality food and foster a sense of community, Applebee's has grown to become a popular dining destination where guests feel at home. At Applebee's, the commitment to providing a welcoming environment along with consistent food quality is at the core of every location's operation. The restaurants emphasize teamwork, service excellence, and a family-friendly vibe that appeals to individuals, families, and groups alike. This environment extends to the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand and move throughout the entire shift
  • ability to lift up to 25-50 lbs
  • ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • strong attention to quality, cleanliness, and consistency
  • team-oriented with a positive attitude

Job Qualifications

  • Previous kitchen or line cook experience preferred
  • ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • strong attention to quality, cleanliness, and consistency
  • team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
  • ability to stand and move during entire shift
  • ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Job Duties

  • Prepare menu items according to Applebee's recipes and presentation standards
  • complete prep work
  • maintain a clean and organized workstation
  • follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • support the kitchen team to keep service running smoothly
  • stand and move throughout the entire shift
  • lift up to 25-50 lbs

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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Posted 1 month ago

Line Cook at Doherty Enterprises

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $23.50

From $15.92 to $23.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Health care benefits

Health care benefits

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Paid on-the-job training

Paid on-the-job training

meal discounts

meal discounts

Real Advancement Opportunities

Real Advancement Opportunities

WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

Posted 1 month ago

Cook at Sodexo

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $20.00

From $18.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

employee discount

employee discount

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

401(k)

401(k)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Posted 2 months ago

Grill Cook at Sodexo

Ewing, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50

Exact $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

ongoing training and development

ongoing training and development

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Posted 1 month ago

Cook at Applebee's

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.00

Exact $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Posted 1 month ago

Prep Cook at Ruth's Chris

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $22.00

From $15.92 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

Posted 1 month ago

COOK - MCGUIRE at Air Mobility Command

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.75

Exact $19.75

Hourly

Hourly

Temporary

Temporary

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Life insurance

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

Posted 1 month ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $16.92

From $15.92 to $16.92

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Referral program

Referral program

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

7 Entry Level Line Cook Jobs in Trenton, NJ - April 2026

Browse 7 entry level Line Cook jobs in Trenton, NJ. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Line Cook Jobs in Trenton, NJ

Employers in Trenton, NJ are actively hiring entry level Line Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Line Cook Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Line Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Line Cook Salary in Trenton, NJ

Entry level Line Cook pay in Trenton, NJ typically ranges from $34,300 per year to $41,600 per year, with average earnings near $36,400 per year or $17.5 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $34,300 per year
  • Average wage: $36,400 per year or $17.5 per hour
  • Highest wage: $41,600 per year

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Why Entry Level Line Cook Jobs Are Common in Trenton, NJ

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Trenton, NJ create steady demand for entry level Line Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Line Cook Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Line Cook roles in Trenton, NJ include:

  • Sodexo

Line Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Trenton, NJ

Many entry level Line Cook jobs in Trenton, NJ offer employee discount, Health Insurance, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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