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Prep Cook
at Whole FoodsSan Mateo, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.00 - $21.25
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
retirement plan benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
access to other benefit programs
Prep Cook
at Bi-Rite Management Services, LLCSan Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $20.50 - $1.00
Full-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
40% discount on purchases
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
401(k) retirement plan with employer match and profit sharing
Paid training
Career advancement opportunities
Satisfying meal with shift
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Employee Assistance Programs
Free cooking classes
Prep Cook
at Whole FoodsOakland, 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 programs
Training and Development
Equal employment opportunity
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 Whole FoodsOakland, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $25.40
Full-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Store discount
Training and development opportunities
Employee assistance program
flexible scheduling
Prep Cook
at Equator CoffeesOakland, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.75
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
Mental health app subscription
employee discount
Continuing education classes
Free coffee
Paid Time Off
Healthcare benefits
Voluntary insurance plans
Life insurance premium
Flexible spending account
Holiday pay
Paid Time Off
paid volunteer day
401k
Prep Cook
at Hotel SperoOakland, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.00
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
supportive work environment
Equal opportunity employer
Training and development opportunities
employee recognition programs
Line Cook/Prep Cook
at SaltedSan Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $20.00 - $24.00
Full-time
Hourly
Day Shifts
Split Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Career Development
education opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Free Meals
Paid sick time
Referral Bonus
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Kitchen Prep Cook
at Berkeley BowlOakland, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.25 - $28.25
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
401(k)
Dental Insurance
employee discount
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Prep Cook
at Shelly's Indigenous BistroDaly, CA, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
training provided
opportunities for growth
flexible scheduling
Supportive workplace
Community impact
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenHayward, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $17.79 - $23.25
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
Back of House - Prep Cook
at Northland PropertiesDaly, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Valueable experience in time management
Expanded network opportunities
Career growth in an expanding company
Opportunities to participate in new restaurant openings in Canada and the USA
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseSan Bruno, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $16.90 - $17.90
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
telemedicine
Early wage access
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Tuition savings
scholarships
Financial relief resources
Fixed indemnity medical coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
voluntary life insurance
short-term disability benefits
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Legal Coverage
Education support
Student loan support
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
Line Cook/Prep Cook
at SaltedOakland, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $23.00
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Career Development
education opportunities
growth opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Paid sick time
Free Meals
Referral Bonus Program
Line Cook/Prep Cook - Part Time
at SaltedSan Mateo, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $23.00
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Career Development
education opportunities
growth opportunities
Medical Plan
dental plan
vision plan
401k with employer match
Free nutritious meals
Paid sick time
Referral Bonus Program
Pastry Prep Cook
at Atelier CrennOakland, CA, USA|
Range $20.50 - $25.00
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Retirement Plan
Sustainability initiatives
inclusive work environment
Cook
at SSP GroupSan Mateo, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $25.00
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
no late nights
100% monthly premium contributions paid for health and welfare plan
Participation in pension fund
Paid meal breaks
Vacation packages
Line Cooks, Sous Chefs, Prep cooks passionate about Mexican Cuisine
at ReposadoSan Mateo, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00
Full-time
Part-time
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
Positive work environment
Career advancement opportunities
flexible scheduling
Prepared Foods Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - Full Time
at Whole FoodsSan Mateo, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $25.40
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Financial wellness
Health and wellness support programs
Team member perks
Prepared Foods Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - Part Time Seasonal
at Whole FoodsSan Mateo, 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
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
flexible scheduling
Cook
at US Veterans Health AdministrationSan Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $35.48 - $41.32
Full-time
On-call
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive salary
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Line Cook Prep Cook Easy Hours for Fast Casual Restaurant & Bar
at Curry Up Now Indian Street FoodSan Mateo, CA, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Meal Allowances
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Training and Development
Cook
at SSPDaly, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $25.00
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
no late nights
Health Insurance
Pension Plan
Paid meal breaks
Vacation packages
86 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in San Mateo, CA - June 2026
Browse 86 entry level Prep Cook jobs in San Mateo, 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 Mateo, CA
Employers in San Mateo, 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 Mateo, CA
Entry level Prep Cook pay in San Mateo, CA typically ranges from $35,400 per year to $52,800 per year, with average earnings near $44,400 per year or $21.3 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $35,400 per year
- Average wage: $44,400 per year or $21.3 per hour
- Highest wage: $52,800 per year
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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in San Mateo, CA
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in San Mateo, 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 Mateo, CA include:
- Whole Foods
- SSP Group
- BJ's Restaurants
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in San Mateo, CA
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in San Mateo, CA offer Health and wellness support, Training and development opportunities, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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