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No Experience (Beginner) Prep Cook Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA
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Prep Cook
at Whole Foods MarketOrange, CA, USA|
Range $18.00 - $25.40
No experience required
Store discount
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Health support programs
Wellness support programs
Team member perks
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenFullerton, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $21.75
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
No experience required
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
401K Savings Plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Employee Discounts
Prep Cook
at Yard HouseNewport Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $21.75
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
No experience required
competitive pay
Flexible work schedules
sick pay
growth opportunities
health benefits
well-being benefits
Prep Cook, Paseo
at Delaware NorthAnaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $21.00
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
No experience required
weekly pay
Training and development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Flexible work schedules
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid vacation days and holidays
Paid parental bonding leave
Employee assistance program
Tuition and or professional certification reimbursement
Prep Cook - Immediate Opening
at Chili'sHuntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $18.25
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
No experience required
flexible schedule
growth opportunities
Great team atmosphere and culture
Tips
Paid training
Prep Cook
at California Pizza KitchenMission Viejo, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
No experience required
competitive compensation
Flexible Shifts
Full and Part-Time Opportunities
benefits
Excellent Training Program
Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities
Team Member Dining Discounts
Diverse Culture
holiday closures
Prep Cook - LA Cypress Chili's
at Chili'sCypress, CA, USA|
Range $16.00 - $18.25
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
No experience required
flexible schedule
growth opportunities
Tips
team atmosphere
Paid training
Prep Cook - Mission Viejo Chili's
at Chili'sMission Viejo, CA, USA|
Range $16.00 - $18.25
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
No experience required
flexible schedule
growth opportunities
team atmosphere
competitive pay
Fast hiring process
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Part-Time Kitchen Aide/Prep Cook
at TruCare CommunityLong Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.00 - $18.50
Part-time
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
No experience required
Loyalty bonuses
Competitive wages
Paid training
growth opportunities
bonus and incentive programs
Kitchen Aide/Prep Cook for Senior Facility (Stanton/Buena Park)
at TruCare CommunityStanton, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.00 - $18.50
Full-time
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
No experience required
Loyalty bonuses
Competitive wages
Paid training
growth opportunities
bonus and incentive programs
Prep Cook, Paseo
at Delaware NorthLong Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $21.00
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
No experience required
weekly pay
Training and development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Flexible work schedules
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
paid vacation days
Paid holidays
Paid parental bonding leave
Employee assistance program
Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
Cook
at IHOPCosta Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
No experience required
Health Insurance
401k Match
meal discounts
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseCosta Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $17.90
Part-time
No experience required
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Tuition Assistance
Paid sick time
Food and Beverage - Prep Cook
at HornblowerMission Viejo, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.25 - $22.75
Full-time
No experience required
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Dumpling Prep (Dumpling Trainee)
at Din Tai FungAnaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.50
Hourly
Flexible
No experience required
competitive pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Commuter Spending Accounts
401(k) Plan
Employee assistance program
Employee meal discounts
growth opportunities
Cook
at US Veterans Health AdministrationLong Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $23.89 - $27.86
Full-time
No experience required
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
IHOP Cook
at IHOPAnaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.00 - $24.00
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
No experience required
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
meal discounts
flexible scheduling
Team-oriented work environment
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseFoothill Ranch, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.90 - $18.90
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
No experience required
telemedicine
Early wage access
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition savings
scholarships
Banquets - Cook II
at Pacific City Operations, LLCHuntington Beach, CA, USA|
Exact $24.00
Hourly
No experience required
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
flexible schedule
Employee assistance program
Banquet Cook III
at Marriott International, IncDana Point, CA, USA|Remote
Exact $28.00
Full-time
Standard Hours
No experience required
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
401(k) Plan
Career development opportunities
Uniform allowance
Cook - Taco Bell Irvine
at AramarkMission Viejo, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $20.00 - $23.00
Full-time
No experience required
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
work/life resources
Retirement Savings Plans
Paid Time Off
Disability Coverage
Lead Cook - Mariners Church
at AramarkMission Viejo, CA, USA|
Range $17.25 - $30.25
No experience required
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Kitchen Team Member/Cook
at Buffalo Wild WingsSanta Ana, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $25.20
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
No experience required
weekly pay
flexible schedule
shift meal discount
family dining discount
best in class training
Advancement opportunities
Paid Time Off
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Champions of Hope program
Cash Referral Program
Journey Wellbeing Support Tool
PerkSpot Discount Program
Recognition Program
Slip resistant shoes program
Community involvement
Igniting Dreams Grant Program
Training Contests
Banquets Culinary - Cook I, (FT)
at Pacific City Operations, LLCHuntington Beach, CA, USA|
Exact $27.00
Hourly
No experience required
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Kitchen Aide/Cook (Part-Time)
at TruCare CommunityLong Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.00 - $18.50
Part-time
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
No experience required
Loyalty bonuses
Competitive wages
Paid training
growth opportunities
bonus and incentive programs
69 No Experience Prep Cook Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA - July 2026
Browse 69 no experience Prep Cook jobs in Costa Mesa, CA. No experience roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.
Hiring Demand for No Experience Prep Cook Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA
Employers in Costa Mesa, CA are actively hiring no experience Prep Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.
Recent No Experience 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.
No Experience Prep Cook Salary in Costa Mesa, CA
No experience Prep Cook pay in Costa Mesa, CA 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 No Experience Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Costa Mesa, CA
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Costa Mesa, CA create steady demand for no experience Prep Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.
Top Employers Hiring No Experience Prep Cook Roles
Frequent employers hiring no experience Prep Cook roles in Costa Mesa, CA include:
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Costa Mesa, CA
Many no experience Prep Cook jobs in Costa Mesa, CA offer meal discounts, Health Insurance, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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