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Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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Olive Garden is a renowned Italian dining restaurant known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and commitment to providing guests with a genuine Italian dining experience. Established as a family-friendly...
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Posted about 18 hours ago
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Posted about 18 hours ago
Prep Cook at Whole Foods Market 365
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
From $16.00 to $25.40
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Whole Foods Market is a renowned supermarket chain dedicated to offering natural and organic foods while promoting sustainability, community involvement, and healthy lifestyles. Established as a leader in the...
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Posted 6 days ago
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Production/Cook at Pizza Hut
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
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Pizza Hut is a globally recognized leader in the quick-service restaurant industry, known for delivering quality pizza and fast, friendly service to communities worldwide. Founded in 1958, Pizza Hut has grown...
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Posted 3 days ago
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Cook I at Sodexo
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
Exact $17.50
Hourly
Full-time
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated quality of life services that improve the way people live and work. With a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those they serve, Sodexo...
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Posted 2 months ago
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Cook I at Sodexo
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
Exact $17.50
Hourly
Full-time
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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Sodexo is a global leader in quality-of-life services, dedicated to improving the everyday experiences of its customers and employees. Operating worldwide, Sodexo provides a variety of integrated services,...
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Posted 3 months ago
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Posted 3 months ago

Cook at Applebee's
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
From $13.50 to $18.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
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Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn, began its journey in 1999 with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants. Over the course of two decades, Flynn Group grew substantially by opening new locations and...
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Posted about 1 month ago
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Posted about 1 month ago
Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Part Time at Whole Foods
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
From $16.50 to $30.20
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Rotating Shifts
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Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain committed to nourishing people and the planet through high-quality, fresh, and organic food products. As a leader in the natural and organic foods industry,...
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Posted 2 months ago
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Posted 2 months ago
Production Cook at Whole Foods Market 365
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50
Hourly
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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Whole Foods Market is a renowned American supermarket chain dedicated to providing customers with natural and organic food products. Founded in 1980, Whole Foods Market has grown into a leader within the...
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Posted 12 days ago
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Posted 12 days ago
Production Cook at Whole Foods Market 365
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50
Hourly
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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Whole Foods Market is a renowned American supermarket chain dedicated to providing customers with natural and organic food products. Founded in 1980, Whole Foods Market has grown into a leader within the...
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Posted 12 days ago
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Cook - Urgently Hiring at Applebee's Grill + Bar - Strongsville
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
From $13.00 to $17.25
Hourly
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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Flynn Group, founded in 1999 by Greg Flynn, began its successful journey with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants. Over the last two decades, the company expanded significantly by building new...
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Posted 3 days ago
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Line Cook at Market District
Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
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Giant Eagle Inc. is a leading grocery and food service company renowned for its commitment to quality, community, and career growth. With operations spanning from bustling grocery stores to well-organized...
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Posted about 1 month ago
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Posted about 1 month ago
Restaurant Cook - Urgently Hiring at Applebee's Grill + Bar - Strongsville
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
From $10.75 to $13.75
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
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Applebee's Grill + Bar - Strongsville is a well-established full-service restaurant located in Strongsville, Ohio. Known for its casual dining atmosphere, Applebee's offers a wide variety of flavorful menu...
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Posted about 4 hours ago
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Restaurant Cook - Urgently Hiring at Applebee's - Brunswick
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
From $12.25 to $16.50
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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Applebee's - Brunswick is a popular casual dining restaurant located in Brunswick, OH, renowned for its warm atmosphere and diverse menu that caters to a wide range of tastes. As part of the larger Applebee's...
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Posted 15 days ago
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Posted 15 days ago

Pastry Cook - Uchi Washington D.C. at Hai Hospitality
Akron, OH, USA|Onsite
From $18.40 to $21.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
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Uchi Washington D.C., an upcoming premier dining establishment, is soon to open its doors in downtown Washington D.C. at 1150 17th Street NW. Orientation is scheduled to begin in mid-April 2026 with a grand...
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Posted 3 days ago
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Posted 3 days ago

Line Cook at Market District
Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
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Giant Eagle Inc. is a prominent and respected company deeply rooted in the grocery retail industry, known for its strong presence in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. As more...
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Posted about 1 month ago
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Posted about 1 month ago

Line Cook at Market District
Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
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Giant Eagle Inc. is a distinguished company known for its commitment to excellence in the food retailing industry and beyond. Established as not just a grocery store but a family of diverse and talented Team...
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Posted 3 months ago
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Posted 3 months ago

Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club
Fairlawn, OH, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $25.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Sam's Club is a leading membership-only warehouse club that provides its members with quality merchandise and innovative shopping experiences at exceptional savings. Part of the Walmart family of companies,...
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Posted about 2 months ago
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Posted about 2 months ago

Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club
Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $25.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Sam's Club is a leading membership-only warehouse club that provides exceptional value and quality to its members across the United States. Known for its wide selection of merchandise ranging from groceries to...
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Posted about 2 months ago
18 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Akron, OH - April 2026
Browse 18 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Akron, OH. 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 Prep Cook Jobs in Akron, OH
Employers in Akron, OH are actively hiring entry level Prep Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.
Recent Entry Level Prep Cook Openings
There have been 2 new jobs for Prep Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.
Entry Level Prep Cook Salary in Akron, OH
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Akron, OH typically ranges from $25,000 per year to $55,000 per year, with average earnings near $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $25,000 per year
- Average wage: $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour
- Highest wage: $55,000 per year
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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Akron, OH
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Akron, OH create steady demand for entry level Prep Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.
Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Prep Cook Roles
Frequent employers hiring entry level Prep Cook roles in Akron, OH include:
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Akron, OH
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Akron, OH offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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