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Prep Cook
at Cooper's HawkColumbia, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $17.15 - $19.00
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
dining discount
Retail wine discount
Discount on retail and private events
Monthly wine tastings
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
telehealth
401K with company match
Paid Time Off
flexible schedules
early pay access
Wellness Support
mental health support
Wine and Culinary Education
Career Growth Flight Plan
Team member rewards
Milestone recognition
Referral bonuses
Prep Cook
at Yard HouseColumbia, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $19.00
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Flexible work schedules
sick pay
growth opportunities
health benefits
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $25.00
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $25.00
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $19.00
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
Employee Discounts
401(k) Plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Prep Cook
at Whole FoodsBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $14.00 - $17.75
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Wellness Support
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Prep Cook
at The Capital BurgerSilver Spring, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $17.95 - $24.75
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan
flexible spending accounts
Dining Discounts
Prep Cook
at Whole FoodsSilver Spring, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $14.50 - $18.25
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
401(k)
Career development opportunities
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Prep Cook
at Ruth's ChrisColumbia, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $20.50
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Prep Cook
at Seasons LtdColumbia, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $16.00 - $21.75
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive salary
weekly pay
Paid sick leave
flexible schedules
health benefits
wealth benefits
Dining Discounts
Career advancement opportunities
Prep Cook
at Atlas Restaurant GroupBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $18.00
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K contribution
Life insurance
Learning and Development Programs
Mobility and Advancement Opportunities
Pet insurance
employee discount
Prep Cook
at Atlas Restaurant GroupBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $13.25 - $23.00
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K contribution
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Learning and Development Programs
Mobility and Advancement Opportunities
Pet insurance
employee discount
Cocinero de Preparacion (Prep Cook)
at Silver Diner Development, LLCSilver Spring, MD, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Employee assistance program
meal discounts
Gym membership discounts
Work shoe discounts
Prep Cook at Jackmont Hospitality Silver Spring, MD
at Jackmont HospitalitySilver Spring, MD, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Meal Allowances
Training and Development
flexible scheduling
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseSilver Spring, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $17.15 - $18.15
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Commuter assistance
Dental Insurance
Employee assistance program
Health Insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
Opportunities for advancement
flexible schedule
Referral program
401(k)
Pet insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Prep Cook / Line Cook
at NANDO'SSilver Spring, MD, USA|
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Competitive base wage
Tips
FREE meal while on shift
Telehealth medical and mental benefits
Paid Time Off
Sick and Safe Leave
401k plan
Opportunities for advancement
Food Prep Worker II - Cook - Guinness Brewery Restaurant
at AramarkBaltimore, MD, USA|
Range $17.50 - $18.00
Hourly
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings plan
Paid parental leave
Disability Coverage
Paid Time Off
Food Prep Worker II - Cook - Guinness Brewery Restaurant
at AramarkBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $17.50 - $18.00
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Food Prep Associate
at AramarkColumbia, MD, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Cook
at SodexoColumbia, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $18.00 - $19.00
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
ongoing training and development
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
Employee Discount Programs
Free Shift Meals
uniforms
safety shoes
Public transportation support
parking
Cook- Weekends (Every other Saturday & Sunday)
at Sunrise Of ClaremontColumbia, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $18.20 - $22.85
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
retirement savings plan
Employee assistance program
Discount Program
Paid Time Off
Sick Time
Holiday pay
myFlexPay
Tuition Reimbursement
Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Part Time
at Whole FoodsColumbia, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $17.50 - $30.20
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
flexible scheduling
Cook
at Maryland Food BankBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00
Temporary
Hourly
Rotating Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Paid Time Off
flexible schedule
Professional development opportunities
Diversity and inclusion initiatives
Cook 1 (Prep Cook) - Oriole Park at Camden Yards
at Compass GroupBaltimore, MD, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.25
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Instapay
High interest savings
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Program
Discount Marketplace
Employee assistance program
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseCatonsville, MD, USA|Onsite
Range $16.00 - $18.00
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Employee meal discounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition savings
scholarships
Early wage access
Pet insurance
77 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Columbia, MD - July 2026
Browse 77 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Columbia, MD. 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 Columbia, MD
Employers in Columbia, MD are actively hiring entry level Prep Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.
Recent Entry Level Prep Cook Openings
There has been 1 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 Columbia, MD
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Columbia, MD typically ranges from $31,200 per year to $62,800 per year, with average earnings near $39,900 per year or $19.2 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $31,200 per year
- Average wage: $39,900 per year or $19.2 per hour
- Highest wage: $62,800 per year
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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Columbia, MD
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD include:
- Whole Foods
- Sunrise Of Claremont
- Cooper's Hawk
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Columbia, MD
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Columbia, MD offer Milestone recognition, Discount Program, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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