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Prep Cook at Olive Garden

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $14.25 to $18.00

From $14.25 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Prep Cook at Chuy's Tex-Mex

Lexington, KY, USA|
From $14.25 to $18.00

From $14.25 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

meal discounts

meal discounts

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

Community involvement

Community involvement

Casual work environment

Casual work environment

Company merchandise discounts

Company merchandise discounts

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Prep Cook - Man O'War Chili's at Chili's

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $14.25 to $18.00

From $14.25 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

Fast hiring process

Fast hiring process

Great team atmosphere and culture

Great team atmosphere and culture

Line Cook/Prep Cook at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Lexington, KY, USA|
Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

Competitive salary with weekly pay

Competitive salary with weekly pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Health and Wealth Benefits

Health and Wealth Benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Cook at Cracker Barrel

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

Same Day Pay

Same Day Pay

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Line Cook at Chuy's

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $13.25 to $16.75

From $13.25 to $16.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Community involvement

Community involvement

Casual work environment

Casual work environment

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

fun work atmosphere

fun work atmosphere

Cook at Five Star Parks and Attractions

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $12.25 to $16.50

From $12.25 to $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

inclusive workplace

inclusive workplace

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Opportunity for growth

Opportunity for growth

Supportive team environment

Supportive team environment

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Line Cook at Blue Sushi Sake Grill

Lexington, KY, USA|
From $20.00 to $24.00

From $20.00 to $24.00

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

No experience required

No experience required

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

training programs

training programs

Line Cook at PF Changs

Lexington, KY, USA|
From $16.00 to $20.00

From $16.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

Exclusive team member discounts

Exclusive team member discounts

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Kitchen Team at Panda Restaurant Group

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $20.00

From $17.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Great pay

Great pay

Free Meals

Free Meals

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

health care flexible spending account

health care flexible spending account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

401K with company match

401K with company match

Vacation leave

Vacation leave

sick leave

sick leave

Bereavement leave

Bereavement leave

leave share program

leave share program

associate discounts

associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Paid training

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

leadership development opportunities

leadership development opportunities

Opportunities for growth into management roles

Opportunities for growth into management roles

Crew Member at Chipotle

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $15.00

From $14.00 to $15.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

No experience required

No experience required

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $26.00

From $18.00 to $26.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

performance-based bonuses

performance-based bonuses

Education Assistance

Education Assistance

Job Overview

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Employment Type

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Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.25 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in authentic Italian cuisine. Known for its warm hospitality and delicious meals, Olive Garden has established itself as a welcoming destination for families, friends, and guests seeking a genuine Italian dining experience. As part of a large network of restaurants, Olive Garden prides itself on maintaining high standards of quality, food safety, and exceptional guest service. The company fosters a supportive work environment that emphasizes growth opportunities, teamwork, and a strong sense of community among its employees.

The position of Prep Cook at Olive Garden offers an exciting opportunity fo... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Willingness to adhere to strict safety and sanitation guidelines
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends
  • Commitment to providing excellent guest service

Job Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation role preferred
  • Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to follow recipes and prepare food items consistently
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Good communication and teamwork abilities
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

  • Prepare ingredients such as soups, sauces, pasta, and lasagna to recipe specifications
  • Maintain high safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen
  • Assist with inventory management and stock rotation
  • Support chefs and kitchen staff in daily food preparation tasks
  • Ensure all food preparation areas are clean and organized
  • Follow all health and safety regulations diligently
  • Collaborate with team members to meet guest satisfaction goals

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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Posted 9 days ago

Prep Cook at Olive Garden

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $14.25 to $18.00

From $14.25 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Posted 11 days ago

Prep Cook at Chuy's Tex-Mex

Lexington, KY, USA|
From $14.25 to $18.00

From $14.25 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

meal discounts

meal discounts

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

Community involvement

Community involvement

Casual work environment

Casual work environment

Company merchandise discounts

Company merchandise discounts

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Posted 5 days ago

Prep Cook - Man O'War Chili's at Chili's

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $14.25 to $18.00

From $14.25 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

Fast hiring process

Fast hiring process

Great team atmosphere and culture

Great team atmosphere and culture

Posted 18 days ago

Line Cook/Prep Cook at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Lexington, KY, USA|
Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

Competitive salary with weekly pay

Competitive salary with weekly pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Health and Wealth Benefits

Health and Wealth Benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Posted 9 days ago

Cook at Cracker Barrel

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

Same Day Pay

Same Day Pay

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Posted 18 days ago

Line Cook at Chuy's

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $13.25 to $16.75

From $13.25 to $16.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Community involvement

Community involvement

Casual work environment

Casual work environment

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

fun work atmosphere

fun work atmosphere

Posted 3 days ago

Cook at Five Star Parks and Attractions

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $12.25 to $16.50

From $12.25 to $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

inclusive workplace

inclusive workplace

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Opportunity for growth

Opportunity for growth

Supportive team environment

Supportive team environment

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Posted 13 days ago

Line Cook at Blue Sushi Sake Grill

Lexington, KY, USA|
From $20.00 to $24.00

From $20.00 to $24.00

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

No experience required

No experience required

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

training programs

training programs

Posted 17 days ago

Line Cook at PF Changs

Lexington, KY, USA|
From $16.00 to $20.00

From $16.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

Exclusive team member discounts

Exclusive team member discounts

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Posted 4 days ago

Kitchen Team at Panda Restaurant Group

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $20.00

From $17.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Great pay

Great pay

Free Meals

Free Meals

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

health care flexible spending account

health care flexible spending account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

401K with company match

401K with company match

Vacation leave

Vacation leave

sick leave

sick leave

Bereavement leave

Bereavement leave

leave share program

leave share program

associate discounts

associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Paid training

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

leadership development opportunities

leadership development opportunities

Opportunities for growth into management roles

Opportunities for growth into management roles

Posted 7 days ago

Crew Member at Chipotle

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $15.00

From $14.00 to $15.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

No experience required

No experience required

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Posted 2 months ago

Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $26.00

From $18.00 to $26.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

performance-based bonuses

performance-based bonuses

Education Assistance

Education Assistance

13 No Experience Prep Cook Jobs in Lexington, KY - April 2026

Browse 13 no experience Prep Cook jobs in Lexington, KY. 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 Lexington, KY

Employers in Lexington, KY are actively hiring no experience Prep Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent No Experience Prep Cook Openings

There have been 3 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 Lexington, KY

No experience Prep Cook pay in Lexington, KY typically ranges from $29,600 per year to $37,400 per year, with average earnings near $33,300 per year or $16 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $29,600 per year
  • Average wage: $33,300 per year or $16 per hour
  • Highest wage: $37,400 per year

How To Apply With No Experience

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Why No Experience Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Lexington, KY

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY include:

  • Chuy's Tex-Mex
  • Chili's
  • Olive Garden

Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Lexington, KY

Many no experience Prep Cook jobs in Lexington, KY offer Free Employee Meal, opportunities for growth, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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