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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
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseUnion City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $16.92
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Opportunities for advancement
flexible schedule
Referral program
Vision Insurance
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
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
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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. CheeseHoboken, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $16.92
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Opportunities for advancement
flexible schedule
Referral program
Vision Insurance
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
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
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
Dishwasher/Kitchen Prep
at Commonpoint QueensHoboken, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $18.00
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Split Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
hourly wage
training provided
flexible schedule
supportive work environment
opportunity for skill development
Collaborative team culture
Equal opportunity employer
Cold Station Cook
at The Capital GrilleParamus, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $22.25
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
flexible spending accounts
Dining Discounts
matching 401(k) plan
Line Cook
at EnterpriseJersey City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $21.00
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401k
Tuition Assistance
discounted room rates
Training and Development
Pasta Cook
at California Pizza KitchenFort Lee, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $17.00 - $22.00
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive compensation
Flexible Shifts
Full and Part-Time Opportunities
benefits
Excellent Training Program
Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities
Team Member Dining Discounts
Diverse Culture
holiday closures
45 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Paterson, NJ - July 2026
Browse 45 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Paterson, 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 Paterson, NJ
Employers in Paterson, 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 Paterson, NJ
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Paterson, NJ 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 Paterson, NJ
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Paterson, 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 Paterson, NJ include:
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Paterson, NJ
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Paterson, NJ offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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