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Beach City Deli & BBQ is a small business in Long Beach, CA. We are agile, professional and our goal is a different experience for our customers. Crewmembers at Beach City Deli & BBQ will wear many hats while...

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From $16.90 to $21.75

From $16.90 to $21.75

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Olive Garden is a popular American casual dining restaurant chain known for its genuine Italian cuisine and warm, welcoming atmosphere. With a diverse menu featuring soups, sauces, pastas, and lasagna, Olive...

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From $16.90 to $21.75

From $16.90 to $21.75

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Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant chain known for delivering an authentic Italian dining experience to guests across the United States. Established as a leader in the casual dining segment, Olive Garden...

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Exact $18.04

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Tender Greens is a well-recognized fast-casual restaurant brand that prides itself on delivering inspired food, friendly service, and great value in a comfortable and inviting space. Known for its commitment...

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From $18.04 to $20.00

From $18.04 to $20.00

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Ruth's Chris Steak House, established in 1965, is a renowned upscale dining restaurant known for its commitment to delivering premium steakhouse experiences to its guests. With a rich history spanning decades,...

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From $16.50 to $20.00

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Ruth's Chris Steak House, founded in 1965, is a renowned upscale restaurant chain known for its exceptional hospitality and legendary steaks. The company prides itself on treating its team members like family...

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Olive Garden is a renowned Italian restaurant chain dedicated to providing an authentic Italian dining experience to guests across its locations. With a widespread reputation for high-quality food and warm...

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Olive Garden is a leading Italian restaurant chain celebrated for its authentic flavors and warm, family-oriented dining atmosphere. Known for delivering a genuine Italian culinary experience, Olive Garden has...

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Olive Garden is a renowned Italian restaurant chain that brings the authentic flavors and warm hospitality of Italy to its guests across the United States. Established with a commitment to quality and genuine...

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From $16.89 to $21.01

From $16.89 to $21.01

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Urban Plates is a dynamic and rapidly growing premium fast-casual restaurant chain that prides itself on serving craveable, wholesome, and clean food made from scratch using quality ingredients. Founded in...

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Exact $25.50

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USC Hospitality is a prominent food service provider within the University of Southern California, offering diverse dining options ranging from fine dining restaurants to residential dining venues. Catering to...

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From $19.00 to $24.00

From $19.00 to $24.00

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Salted is the largest delivery-first restaurant group in the United States, dedicated to revolutionizing the restaurant industry with a forward-thinking culinary approach. Focused on delivering better-for-you...

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Salted is the largest delivery-first restaurant group in the United States, recognized for pioneering the future of the restaurant industry with a focus on accessible, better-for-you cuisine. This innovative...

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Tartine is a renowned bakery and restaurant company known for its dedication to high-quality artisan baked goods, exceptional service, and a strong commitment to its mission and values. Established as a staple...

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From $22.65 to $23.55

From $22.65 to $23.55

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Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion retailer known for its commitment to providing exceptional customer experiences through high-quality products and outstanding service. Operating across various locations,...

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From $16.90 to $17.90

From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a renowned leader in family dining and entertainment across the United States and internationally. The company proudly operates iconic brands such as...

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Legends Global is a premier global partner to some of the world’s most renowned live events, venues, and brands. Operating with a white-label approach, Legends Global provides fully integrated premium services...

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From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, headquartered in Irving, Texas. The company proudly operates iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper...

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From $16.90 to $17.90

From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC is a prominent leader in the family dining and entertainment industry, headquartered in Irving, Texas. The company operates iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and...

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From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a distinguished leader in the family dining and entertainment industry. It operates some of the nation’s most beloved brands, including Chuck E....

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From $16.90 to $17.90

From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in the family dining and entertainment industry. It proudly operates iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper...

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From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper...

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From $16.90 to $17.90

From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC is a leading brand in the family dining and entertainment industry, widely recognized for its popular brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. Headquartered...

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From $17.87 to $18.87

From $17.87 to $18.87

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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and...

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From $16.90 to $17.90

From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC is a renowned leader in the family dining and entertainment industry, headquartered in Irving, Texas. The company proudly operates iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper...

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From $16.90 to $17.90

From $16.90 to $17.90

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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper...

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Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities alike. With a strong presence in numerous sectors including...

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Exact $24.15

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Sodexo is a leading global provider of integrated food services and facilities management solutions, with a strong commitment to improving the quality of life for the individuals and communities it serves....

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From $17.81 to $25.00

From $17.81 to $25.00

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Red Lobster is a well-established family-owned seafood restaurant company with a rich history spanning over fifty years. Renowned for its commitment to delivering fresh seafood and a memorable dining...

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From $16.90 to $23.00

From $16.90 to $23.00

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Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn in 1999 with the acquisition of 8 Applebee's restaurants, has grown tremendously over the past two decades to become the largest franchise operator in the world. Starting...

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The Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach is a distinguished hotel located at 3635 Fashion Way, Torrance, California. As part of the Marriott International family, this establishment is renowned for its commitment...

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JW Marriott Anaheim Resort is part of the prestigious JW Marriott brand within Marriott International's luxury portfolio, boasting more than 100 stunning hotels in prime urban and resort locations worldwide....

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Raising Cane's is a renowned fast-food restaurant chain specializing in chicken finger meals, known for its vibrant and energetic work environment. Established with the goal of delivering high-quality, freshly...

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From $20.00 to $22.00

From $20.00 to $22.00

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This position is offered by a company engaged in the food service industry, specializing in the preparation and cooking of quality meals to meet customer satisfaction. As a cook in this establishment, you will...

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From $27.98 to $34.98

From $27.98 to $34.98

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Moxy Hotels, part of the Marriott International portfolio, represents a vibrant and youthful alternative to the traditional hotel experience, designed for guests who seek energetic, fun, and spontaneous...

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Marriott International is a globally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, known for its commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences and fostering a welcoming work environment for its...

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From $20.00 to $22.00

From $20.00 to $22.00

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This opportunity is with a company that operates in the food service industry, specifically looking to enhance their kitchen team with a dedicated and skilled cook. As a key member of the service workforce,...

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From $16.90 to $22.00

From $16.90 to $22.00

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Denny's is a well-established American diner-style restaurant chain known for its commitment to serving delicious, affordable meals in a welcoming and family-friendly environment. Founded decades ago, Denny's...

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From $20.00 to $22.00

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The position of Team Member Cook is offered by a dynamic food service establishment dedicated to preparing quality meals and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. The company operates in the fast-paced...

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From $16.90 to $22.00

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Denny's is a well-known American diner-style restaurant chain famous for its round-the-clock service and wide variety of comfort food offerings. Established decades ago, Denny's has built a reputation for...

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From $21.00 to $24.00

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HealthBridge Children's Hospital is a leading healthcare institution dedicated to providing exceptional medical care and support to children and their families. Proudly serving communities with a compassionate...

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California Fish Grill is a dynamic and rapidly growing restaurant chain specializing in fresh, high-quality seafood with a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Renowned for its vibrant and...

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Red Lobster is a well-established restaurant chain that has been delighting customers with its exquisite seafood offerings for over fifty years. Originating from a family-owned restaurant, Red Lobster has...

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Red Lobster is a nationally recognized seafood restaurant brand with more than fifty years of history and over 500 restaurant locations. The company was founded as a family-owned restaurant with a vision to...

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Sodexo is a global leader in providing quality food services and facilities management, dedicated to making every day better for everyone they serve. With a commitment to improving the quality of life for...

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This job opportunity is with a company that focuses on delivering high-quality food services. The organization is committed to upholding excellent standards across all operational facets, particularly in the...

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We are a dynamic and fast-paced company operating in the food service industry, specializing in delivering high-quality meals to our valued customers. Our establishment prides itself on maintaining excellent...

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The hiring establishment is a service-oriented company that operates in the food preparation and customer service industry. This company is dedicated to providing high-quality food and an exceptional dining...

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This job opening is for a Cook position within a company that operates in the food service industry, likely a restaurant or a fast-food establishment. The organization emphasizes providing high-quality food...

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Pizza Hut is a leading global restaurant chain known for its delicious pizza offerings and commitment to customer satisfaction. Established decades ago, Pizza Hut has become a household name in the foodservice...

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141 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Downey, CA - March 2026

Browse 141 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Downey, CA. 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 Downey, CA

Employers in Downey, CA 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 Downey, CA

Entry level Prep Cook pay in Downey, 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 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Downey, CA

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Downey, CA 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

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    Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Downey, CA

    Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Downey, CA offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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