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Prep Cook
at Areas Hospitality USALexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $15.75
Hourly
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Equal opportunity employer
inclusive environment
Prep Cook
at J. Alexander's RestaurantsLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive compensation
flexible scheduling
401(k) with Company Match
Opportunity for Upward Growth
Tortilla/Prep Cook
at Chuy's Tex-MexLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $14.25 to $18.00
Hourly
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
401(k) with Company Match
Discounted meals
Paid holidays
growth opportunities
Fast fluency English program
Prep Cook (Richmond Rd)
at JaggersLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid vacation
short-term disability
Life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Annual holiday bonus
Prep Cook (Richmond Rd)
at JaggersLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $12.00 to $15.25
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid vacation
short-term disability
Life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Annual holiday bonus
Prep Cook (Line Cook) - Urgently Hiring
at Chuy's - LexingtonLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $18.50
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
flexible schedule
meal discounts
Training and Development
friendly work environment
Cook
at Jeff Ruby Culinary EntertainmentLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $13.75 to $17.25
Hourly
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Meals
Uniform allowance
Employee Discounts
Prepared Foods Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - Part Time Seasonal
at Whole FoodsLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $24.40
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Store discount
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Health support programs
Wellness support programs
Team member perks
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Dishwasher
at Olive GardenLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
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
Cook
at KFCLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
flexible schedules
free meal
Paid vacation
medical benefits
Health and wellness programs
401k plan
Cook
at KFCLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
flexible schedules
free meal each shift
Paid vacation
medical benefits
Health and wellness programs
401K plan with 6% match
Employee Discounts
Cook
at Panda Restaurant GroupLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $22.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Career and leadership development
Growth opportunities into management
flexible schedules
Great pay
free meals while working
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
short-term disability insurance
Cancer income protection insurance
health care flexible spending account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401K with company match
Vacation leave
sick leave
Bereavement leave
Paid leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
Community Involvement Opportunities
Hands-on paid training
Cook
at JRN Inc. - KFCLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $11.25 to $15.25
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
flexible schedules
free meal each shift
Paid vacation time
Career advancement opportunities
medical benefits
Health and wellness programs
401K plan with 6% match
Scholarship Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Cook
at JRN Inc. - KFCLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $12.75 to $17.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
flexible schedules
free meal
Paid vacation
career advancement
medical benefits
Health and wellness programs
401k plan
Cook I
at Areas Hospitality USALexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Equal opportunity employer
inclusive environment
Career growth opportunities
hands-on training
Workplace safety
team collaboration
Line Cook
at Carrabba's Italian GrillLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $13.25 to $16.75
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Career advancement opportunities
Line Cook
at Olive GardenLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $13.25 to $16.75
Hourly
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
Line Cook
at LongHorn SteakhouseLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $15.75 to $19.75
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible scheduling
competitive pay
shift meals
Anniversary pay
holiday closures
Employee Discounts
growth opportunities
Kitchen Team Member/Cook
at Buffalo Wild WingsLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
weekly pay
flexible schedule
shift meal discount
family dining discount
best in class training
Continuous Learning
Advancement opportunities
Paid Time Off
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
wellbeing support tool
Cash Referral Program
Recognition Program
Community involvement
Cook
at Jeff Ruby Culinary EntertainmentLexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Meal allowance
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Uniforms Provided
33 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Lexington, KY - May 2026
Browse 33 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Lexington, KY. 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 Lexington, KY
Employers in Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Lexington, KY typically ranges from $25,000 per year to $50,800 per year, with average earnings near $32,800 per year or $15.8 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $25,000 per year
- Average wage: $32,800 per year or $15.8 per hour
- Highest wage: $50,800 per year
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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Lexington, KY
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY include:
- Whole Foods
- Chuy's Tex-Mex
- Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Lexington, KY
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Lexington, KY offer Uniform allowance, weekly pay, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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