Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Columbia, SC

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Food Prep Worker - Halal Shack - University of South Carolina

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Aramark
Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite
Temporary

Temporary

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Training and Development

Cook

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Sodexo
Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite
Exact $17.00

Exact $17.00

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

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

Holidays

Holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k

401k

Employee Discount Programs

Employee Discount Programs

COOK

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Metro Services, LLC
Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite
Range $13.00 - $17.25

Range $13.00 - $17.25

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

BOH shift meals

BOH shift meals

FOH meal discounts

FOH meal discounts

Meal Discounts for Friends/Family

Meal Discounts for Friends/Family

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

competitive benefits

competitive benefits

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Food Prep Worker Full Time - University of South Carolina

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Aramark
Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

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

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Training and Development

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Food Service Cook

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Lexington Medical Center (SC)
Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite
Range $13.00 - $17.00

Range $13.00 - $17.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Professional Development

Meal Allowances

Meal Allowances

workplace wellness programs

workplace wellness programs

5 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Columbia, SC - August 2026

Browse 5 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Columbia, SC. 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, SC

Employers in Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC

Entry level Prep Cook pay in Columbia, SC 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

How To Apply for Entry Level job

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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Columbia, SC

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Columbia, SC 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, SC include:

    Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Columbia, SC

    Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Columbia, SC offer Health Insurance, Employee Discounts, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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