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Prep Cook
at California Pizza KitchenSan Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $18.70 - $20.70
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
Prep Cook
at Whole FoodsFremont, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.50 - $20.75
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Store discount
Wellness Support
Employee assistance program
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenSan Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $18.45 - $24.00
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
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenSan Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $18.45 - $24.00
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/dental insurance
ongoing training
Discounts on cellphones travel electronics
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
COOK, PREP
at Compass GroupSan Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenMilpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $18.20 - $23.75
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
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseNewark, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $17.90
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Employee meal discounts
telemedicine
Tuition savings
scholarships
Financial relief resources
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
Early wage access
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseFremont, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.90 - $18.90
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Commission program
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
50% meal discount
flexible schedules
scholarships
Employee Referral Program
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
at Olive GardenMilpitas, CA, USA|Onsite
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
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
EL Cook/Prep
at El Pollo LocoSunnyvale, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $20.00 - $30.00
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
overtime pay
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Prepared Foods Venue Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - Part Time
at Whole FoodsSanta Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $25.40
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
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 programs
Team member perks
Prepared Foods Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - Part Time Seasonal
at Whole FoodsSanta Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $25.40
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
Financial wellness
Health and wellness support
Training and Development
Employee assistance program
COOK 1 - FULL TIME ($26.00)
at HyattSanta Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $26.00
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
Career advancement opportunities
401k plan
meal discounts
Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time
at Whole FoodsFremont, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.50 - $30.20
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Store discount
Paid Time Off
financial wellness support
Health and wellness programs
Team member perks
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseFremont, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.79 - $18.79
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Paid holidays
Health savings account
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
401(k)
Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Culinary Specialist
at AramarkFremont, CA, 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 assistance
Food Service Worker - SRI Menlo Park
at AramarkSunnyvale, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $23.00 - $24.50
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Cashier - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseNewark, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $17.90
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
50 percent meal discount
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
Perks and Discounts programs
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseSunnyvale, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $18.70 - $19.70
Part-time
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. CheeseCupertino, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.70 - $20.70
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
50% meal discount during shift
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
perks and discounts
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Line Cook and Food Prep
at Chelokababi Persian CuisineSanta Clara, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Cook
at SodexoSan Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $25.00 - $27.00
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 plan
Employee Discount Programs
Cook
at Panda Restaurant GroupSan Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $26.00 - $29.00
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Great pay
Free Meals
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
sick leave
Bereavement leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
Hands-on paid training
Career Development
Leadership development
opportunities for growth
Grill Cook
at SodexoSan Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $24.00 - $25.00
Full-time
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
Line Cook
at SodexoSan Jose, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $23.00 - $26.00
Full-time
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
66 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in San Jose, CA - June 2026
Browse 66 entry level Prep Cook jobs in San Jose, CA. 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 San Jose, CA
Employers in San Jose, CA 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 San Jose, CA
Entry level Prep Cook pay in San Jose, CA typically ranges from $38,900 per year to $43,100 per year, with average earnings near $39,500 per year or $19 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $38,900 per year
- Average wage: $39,500 per year or $19 per hour
- Highest wage: $43,100 per year
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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in San Jose, CA
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in San Jose, CA 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 San Jose, CA include:
- California Pizza Kitchen
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in San Jose, CA
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in San Jose, CA offer Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities, Associate Shopping Program, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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