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Prep Cook at Beach City Deli & BBQ
1714 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA|Onsite
Starting from $17.00
Hourly
Seasonal
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Split Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Free Meals
Flexible Schedule
Posted 3 days ago
Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Whittier, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $21.75
Hourly
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
Employee Discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Posted 5 days ago
Prep Cook at Ruth's Chris
Irvine, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $23.25
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
training programs
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
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Posted 8 days ago
Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Orange, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $21.75
Hourly
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
Career advancement opportunities
Posted 17 days ago
Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Cerritos, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $21.75
Hourly
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
Employee Discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Posted 2 days ago
Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Costa Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $21.75
Hourly
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
Posted 7 days ago
Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Huntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $21.75
Hourly
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
Career advancement opportunities
Posted 8 days ago
Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Huntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $21.75
Hourly
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
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Posted 22 days ago
Prep Cook at Ruth's Chris
Long Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $23.25
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Training and career growth
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Posted 19 days ago
Prep Cook at California Pizza Kitchen
Irvine, CA, USA|
From $16.90 to $18.90
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive compensation
Flexible Shifts
Full and Part-Time Opportunities
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
401k
Team Member Dining Discounts
holiday closures
Excellent Training Program
Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities
Diverse Culture
Posted 2 months ago
Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Buena Park, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $21.75
Hourly
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
Posted 6 days ago
Line Cook/Prep Cook – AM Shift at Salted
Costa Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $20.00
Hourly
Hourly
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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
Posted 3 days ago
EL Cook/Prep at El Pollo Loco
Whittier, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $30.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
Posted 5 days ago
EL Cook/Prep at El Pollo Loco
Fullerton, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $30.00
Hourly
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible scheduling
Posted 6 days ago
EL Cook/Prep at El Pollo Loco
Costa Mesa, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $30.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Posted 21 days ago
EL Cook/Prep at El Pollo Loco
Long Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $30.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
overtime pay
Posted 8 days ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at Chuck E. Cheese
Orange, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Meal Discount
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
Perks and Discounts programs
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Posted 7 days ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at Chuck E. Cheese
Huntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $17.90 to $18.90
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Discounts
flexible schedules
scholarships
Employee Referral Program
Paid Time Off
Posted 7 days ago
Cook / Culinary / Kitchen Prep at Legends Global
Anaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $25.75
Hourly
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive hourly wage
flexible scheduling
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
Positive work environment
Posted 1 month ago
Line Cook/Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Bellflower, 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
Employee Discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Posted 1 month ago
Line Cook/Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Eastvale, 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
Employee Discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Posted 1 month ago
Line Cook/Prep Cook at Olive Garden
Norwalk, CA, USA|Onsite
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 on cellphones
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Posted 8 days ago
Food Prep Helper at Sodexo
Santa Ana, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
ongoing training
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
discount programs
Posted 5 days ago
EL Cook/Prep – EPL 3952 Fullerton – Orangethorpe (Fullerton, CA) at WKS Restaurant Group
Fullerton, CA, USA|Onsite
From $30,000.00 to $42,000.00
Salary
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Meal Allowances
Training opportunities
Job stability
Posted 1 month ago
Prep Cook Dishwasher at American Golf
Irvine, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
retirement plans
flexible schedules
Training and development programs
Posted 8 days ago
Prep Cook (Part Time) at Healthcare Services Group
Garden Grove, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $18.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Free Telemedicine
Free Prescription Discount Program
Free Employee Assistance Programs
PNC EarnedIt
financial wellness support
hands-on training
Career Development
Posted 1 month ago
Kitchen Helper / prep cook at Wara Kitchen
Newport Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $18.00
Hourly
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
employee discount
Paid training
Posted 22 days ago
Prep Cooks at American Beauty
Long Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $23.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Competitive wages + tips
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
flexible schedules
Free Meals
Professional Development
Company Dining Program
Posted 8 days ago
Line Cook/Prep Cook - PM Shift at Salted
Anaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $24.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Split Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Career Development
Education
growth opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Posted 5 days ago
Kitchen Prep Person at Saisamorn Boonthae
Irvine, CA, USA|Onsite
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
growth opportunities
training provided
team environment
Flexible Hours
Posted 11 days ago
Kitchen Prep Specialist at Ruth's Chris
Long Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $23.25
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
401(k) Plan
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program
Posted 7 days ago
Duke's Huntington Beach Prep Cooks at T S Restaurants
Huntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $24.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee assistance program
Holiday pay
Paid Time Off
employee meal program
food and beverage discount
Referral program
Anniversary gift program
Rewards and recognition program
Holiday party
scholarship program
Posted 12 days ago
Pantry Cook at California Pizza Kitchen
Lakewood, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $20.90
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive compensation
Flexible Shifts
benefits
Excellent Training Program
Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities
Team Member Dining Discounts
Diverse Culture
holiday closures
Posted 1 month ago
Pastry Prep Cook - FT / LA Commissary at Tartine
Lakewood, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $21.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Hourly rate
full-time employment
Positive work culture
opportunities for growth
Professional Development
safe work environment
Team-based atmosphere
Posted 1 month ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment
Norwalk, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Meal Discount
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Posted 5 days ago
KITCHEN AIDE - LONG BEACH SENIOR CENTER (RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST III-NC) at City of Long Beach, CA
Long Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.97
Hourly
Temporary
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
health coverage
Sick leave accruals
Posted 8 days ago
General Utility Worker - Taco Bell Irvine at Aramark
Mission Viejo, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $21.00
Hourly
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Posted 17 days ago
Food Production at Polly's Pies
Long Beach, CA, USA|
From $20.00 to $20.50
Hourly
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Retirement Plan
Posted 14 days ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment
Anaheim, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
50 percent discount on meals during shift
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
Perks and Discounts programs
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Posted 1 month ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment
Fullerton, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Posted 1 month ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment
Bellflower, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Opportunities for advancement
flexible schedule
Referral program
Vision Insurance
Posted 1 month ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at Chuck E. Cheese
Bellflower, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Meal Discount
Earned wage access
flexible schedules
scholarships
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Posted 1 month ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at Chuck E. Cheese
Bellflower, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
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 programs
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Posted 1 month ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at Chuck E. Cheese
Lake Forest, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Meal Discount
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
Perks and Discounts programs
Employee Referral Program
assistance program
Posted 1 month ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at Chuck E. Cheese
Newport Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
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 programs
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Posted 1 month ago
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment
Mission Viejo, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $17.90
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Opportunities for advancement
flexible schedule
Referral program
Vision Insurance
Posted 1 month ago
Line Cook at Olive Garden
Santa Ana, CA, USA|Onsite
From $16.90 to $22.50
Hourly
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
Posted 1 month ago
Cook at Shakey's Pizza
Santa Ana, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
flexible scheduling
Training and development opportunities
Career advancement potential
Posted 3 days ago
Cook at Wingstop
Orange, CA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $23.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Posted 7 days ago
Cook at Panda Restaurant Group
Fullerton, CA, USA|Onsite
From $24.00 to $27.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Great pay
Free Meals
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Cancer income protection insurance
health care flexible spending account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401K with company match
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Bereavement leave
Referral Bonus
associate discounts
leadership development programs
114 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Santa Ana, CA - April 2026
Browse 114 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA
Employers in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA include:
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Santa Ana, CA
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Santa Ana, CA offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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