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PREP Cook
at Legends GlobalJersey City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.00
Full-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid vacation
401(k) Plan
Prep Cook
at Legends GlobalUnion City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid vacation
401(k) Plan
Prep Cook
at ConstellationUnion City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $21.00
Full-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Prep Cook
at Ruth's ChrisShort Hills, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $22.25
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
training and career growth opportunities
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Prep Cook
at Paris BaguetteFort Lee, NJ, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
meal provided
Professional development opportunities
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenPiscataway, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $20.75
Full-time
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) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Cook -3.5 hours day
at West Clermont School DistrictElizabeth, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $17.28 - $21.18
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Paid sick leave
Personal Days
Opportunities for advancement
competitive hourly wage
Food Prep Associate
at AramarkHoboken, NJ, 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
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Prepared Foods Associate- Green's Natural Foods, Ocean Township
at Healthy Choice Wellness CorpElizabeth, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $17.00 - $1.00
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Employee discounts on organic and prepared foods
flexible scheduling
Opportunities for advancement
Training in food preparation and nutrition-focused products
Cook Assistant, Substitute - Plainfield, NJ
at HOPES Community Action Partnership, IncorporatedWoodbridge, NJ, USA|
Range $15.92 - $16.28
Temporary
On-call
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Employee wellness resources
Qualifying Employer for Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Access to opportunities for professional growth and development
Collaborative and innovative company culture
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseWayne, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $16.92
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
telemedicine
Early wage access
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
Tuition savings
scholarships
Financial relief resources
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseUnion, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $16.92
Part-time
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Employee assistance program
Early wage access
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Tuition savings
scholarships
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseEdison, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $16.92
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseEdison, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $16.92
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Entry Level (1-2 years)
telemedicine
Early wage access
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition savings
scholarships
Financial relief resources
Fixed indemnity medical coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
voluntary life insurance
short-term disability insurance
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Disability insurance
voluntary benefits
Legal Coverage
Student loan support
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseNorth Bergen, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $16.92
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Employee meal discounts
Tuition Assistance
Employee assistance program
Early wage access
telemedicine
Cook
at Red LobsterIselin, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.92
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
weekly pay
Competitive salaries
flexible schedules
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
Retirement plan 401(k)
Anniversary pay
Discounted meals
Career advancement opportunities
Cook
at SodexoPiscataway, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $18.00 - $19.00
Full-time
Flexible
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
Side Cook
at AramarkHoboken, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Restaurant Cook
at AramarkHoboken, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Support
Evening Cook
at AramarkHoboken, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Optical insurance
401(k) Plan
Paid parental leave
Disability Coverage
Paid Time Off
Line Cook
at MarriottHoboken, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $20.00 - $24.00
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Meal Allowances
Career development opportunities
401(k) retirement plan
Grill Cook
at AramarkUnion City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
paid leave
Employee assistance program
work-life balance resources
Restaurant Cook
at AramarkUnion City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Support
Kitchen Cook
at AramarkFort Lee, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability assistance
Restaurant Cook
at AramarkFort Lee, NJ, USA|Onsite
Internship
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Compensated breaks
Parental leave
Disability Support
51 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ - July 2026
Browse 51 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Elizabeth, NJ. 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 Elizabeth, NJ
Employers in Elizabeth, NJ 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 Elizabeth, NJ
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Elizabeth, NJ typically ranges from $35,400 per year to $44,100 per year, with average earnings near $37,400 per year or $18 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $35,400 per year
- Average wage: $37,400 per year or $18 per hour
- Highest wage: $44,100 per year
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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Elizabeth, NJ
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Elizabeth, NJ 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 Elizabeth, NJ include:
- West Clermont School District
- Healthy Choice Wellness Corp
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Elizabeth, NJ
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Elizabeth, NJ offer flexible scheduling, Opportunities for advancement, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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