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Prep Cook at Ruth's Chris
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Prep Cook at Whole Foods
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.75
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Paid holidays
Career Development
Prep Cook at Maggiano's Little Italy
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $23.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
healthcare
Dental Insurance
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Plan
Payroll rewards
Paid vacation
Dining Discounts
Employee Discounts
Cook at Sodexo
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $22.00
Hourly
Part-time
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
ongoing training
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
discount programs
Grill Cook at Sodexo
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Up to $7.25
Hourly
Full-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
Training and Development
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
Employee Discounts
Cook - AM&PM - Line & BQT at Sonesta
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
401k Retirement Plan
Paid vacation
paid sick days
Paid holidays
Free parking
free shift meal
Shoes for crew credit
fun family environment
hotel discounts
educational assistance
Paid parental leave
Company paid life insurance
company paid short term disability insurance
company paid long term disability insurance
employee perks
hospital indemnity
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Restaurant Food Prep Cook - Urgently Hiring at Chuy's - White Bridge
Hendersonville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.50 to $17.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Career development opportunities
supportive work environment
Cook at Sodexo
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $22.00
Hourly
Full-time
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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 plan
discount programs
Free shift meals (site specific)
Uniforms (site specific)
Safety shoes (site specific)
Transportation support (site specific)
Parking (site specific)
Cook at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
employee wellness program
Bar Prep at Earls Nashville
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible scheduling
employee discount
Leadership programs
In-house hospitality and culinary training programs
Mentorship programs
Career development and opportunity for advancement
Extended health benefits
Direct Deposit
Cook I at Sodexo
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.00
Hourly
Full-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible and supportive work environment
ongoing training and development
Career advancement opportunities
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Line Cook at Eddie V's Prime Seafood
Nashville, TN, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) matching plan
Seasonal Cook III at Marriott International, Inc
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $21.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
hotel discounts
Retail Discounts
Food and beverage discounts
Learning and development opportunities
employee recognition programs
wellness programs
motivational management
Cook at Social Cantina- Germantown, TN
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
Opportunities for advancement
Line Cook at Ruth's Chris
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Opportunities for advancement
Referral program
Paid sick time
Employee assistance program
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Line Cook at LongHorn Steakhouse
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
competitive pay
shift meals
Anniversary pay
holiday closures
Employee Discounts
Pastry Cook at Aba - Nashville
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $22.00 to $24.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)
Pastry Line Cook at HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Supplemental benefits
401(k) with match
Employee Discounts
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Pastry Line Cook at Hyatt
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
employee discount
Health savings account
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
401(k) matching
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Line Cook at Davidson Hospitality
Franklin, TN, USA|Onsite
From $15.25 to $19.00
Hourly
Full-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical Coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Telehealth service
free maintenance medications
Pet insurance
hotel discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
401k Match
Line Cook - Dave and Busters at Main Event Entertainment
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.00 to $18.00
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Free games
Cook I - Food & Beverage - Immediate Hiring at Carrols Corporation
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $18.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible scheduling
Employee meal discounts
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Career advancement opportunities
performance bonuses
Referral bonuses
Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time at Whole Foods
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $16.50 to $30.20
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Team member perks
SUSHI COOK-OCEAN PRIME NASHVILLE *New Store Opening April 2026* at Cameron Mitchell Restaurants
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
opportunities for career growth
Dining discounts at any of our restaurants
Health benefits for eligible associates
inclusive environment
flexible scheduling
Paid Time Off
competitive pay
Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $27.00
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Employee Discounts
Restaurant Cook - White Bridge - Urgently Hiring at Chuy's - White Bridge
Franklin, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.50 to $18.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Training and development opportunities
Restaurant Cook - White Bridge - Urgently Hiring at Chuy's - White Bridge
Hendersonville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.25 to $17.75
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
friendly work environment
Opportunities for advancement
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
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Posted 17 days ago
Prep Cook at Ruth's Chris
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Posted 19 days ago
Prep Cook at Whole Foods
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.75
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Paid holidays
Career Development
Posted 4 hours ago
Prep Cook at Maggiano's Little Italy
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $23.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
healthcare
Dental Insurance
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Plan
Payroll rewards
Paid vacation
Dining Discounts
Employee Discounts
Posted 5 days ago
Cook at Sodexo
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $22.00
Hourly
Part-time
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
ongoing training
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
discount programs
Posted 5 days ago
Grill Cook at Sodexo
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Up to $7.25
Hourly
Full-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
Training and Development
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
Employee Discounts
Posted 17 days ago
Cook - AM&PM - Line & BQT at Sonesta
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
401k Retirement Plan
Paid vacation
paid sick days
Paid holidays
Free parking
free shift meal
Shoes for crew credit
fun family environment
hotel discounts
educational assistance
Paid parental leave
Company paid life insurance
company paid short term disability insurance
company paid long term disability insurance
employee perks
hospital indemnity
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Posted 2 months ago
Restaurant Food Prep Cook - Urgently Hiring at Chuy's - White Bridge
Hendersonville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.50 to $17.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Career development opportunities
supportive work environment
Posted 2 months ago
Cook at Sodexo
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $22.00
Hourly
Full-time
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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 plan
discount programs
Free shift meals (site specific)
Uniforms (site specific)
Safety shoes (site specific)
Transportation support (site specific)
Parking (site specific)
Posted 3 months ago
Cook at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
employee wellness program
Posted 5 days ago
Bar Prep at Earls Nashville
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible scheduling
employee discount
Leadership programs
In-house hospitality and culinary training programs
Mentorship programs
Career development and opportunity for advancement
Extended health benefits
Direct Deposit
Posted 3 days ago
Cook I at Sodexo
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.00
Hourly
Full-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible and supportive work environment
ongoing training and development
Career advancement opportunities
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Posted 22 days ago
Line Cook at Eddie V's Prime Seafood
Nashville, TN, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) matching plan
Posted 4 days ago
Seasonal Cook III at Marriott International, Inc
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $21.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
hotel discounts
Retail Discounts
Food and beverage discounts
Learning and development opportunities
employee recognition programs
wellness programs
motivational management
Posted 2 months ago
Cook at Social Cantina- Germantown, TN
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
Opportunities for advancement
Posted 5 days ago
Line Cook at Ruth's Chris
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Opportunities for advancement
Referral program
Paid sick time
Employee assistance program
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Posted 11 days ago
Line Cook at LongHorn Steakhouse
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
competitive pay
shift meals
Anniversary pay
holiday closures
Employee Discounts
Posted 18 days ago
Pastry Cook at Aba - Nashville
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $22.00 to $24.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)
Posted 5 days ago
Pastry Line Cook at HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Supplemental benefits
401(k) with match
Employee Discounts
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Posted 6 days ago
Pastry Line Cook at Hyatt
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
employee discount
Health savings account
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
401(k) matching
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Posted 2 months ago
Line Cook at Davidson Hospitality
Franklin, TN, USA|Onsite
From $15.25 to $19.00
Hourly
Full-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical Coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Telehealth service
free maintenance medications
Pet insurance
hotel discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
401k Match
Posted 2 months ago
Line Cook - Dave and Busters at Main Event Entertainment
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.00 to $18.00
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Free games
Posted 9 days ago
Cook I - Food & Beverage - Immediate Hiring at Carrols Corporation
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $18.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible scheduling
Employee meal discounts
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Career advancement opportunities
performance bonuses
Referral bonuses
Posted 19 days ago
Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time at Whole Foods
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $16.50 to $30.20
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Team member perks
Posted 3 months ago
SUSHI COOK-OCEAN PRIME NASHVILLE *New Store Opening April 2026* at Cameron Mitchell Restaurants
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
opportunities for career growth
Dining discounts at any of our restaurants
Health benefits for eligible associates
inclusive environment
flexible scheduling
Paid Time Off
competitive pay
Posted 22 days ago
Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club
Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $27.00
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Employee Discounts
Posted 2 months ago
Restaurant Cook - White Bridge - Urgently Hiring at Chuy's - White Bridge
Franklin, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.50 to $18.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Training and development opportunities
Posted 2 months ago
Restaurant Cook - White Bridge - Urgently Hiring at Chuy's - White Bridge
Hendersonville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.25 to $17.75
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
friendly work environment
Opportunities for advancement
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
34 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Nashville, TN - May 2026
Browse 34 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Nashville, TN. 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 Nashville, TN
Employers in Nashville, TN 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 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 Nashville, TN
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Nashville, TN typically ranges from $15,100 per year to $53,600 per year, with average earnings near $36,100 per year or $17.3 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $15,100 per year
- Average wage: $36,100 per year or $17.3 per hour
- Highest wage: $53,600 per year
How To Apply for Entry Level job
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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Nashville, TN
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN include:
- Sodexo
- Whole Foods
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Nashville, TN
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Nashville, TN offer Retirement Plan, employee perks, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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