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There are currently 10 Prep Cook jobs in Trenton, NJ hiring this April 2026. These openings are a great way to earn income, gain experience, and work at a location close to you.

If you want to work as a Prep Cook, local opportunities make it easy to get started, whether you're experienced or new to the job.

Why Choose a Prep Cook Job in Your Area

Working as a Prep Cook in Trenton offers many benefits:

  • Convenient location - work near your home or in your neighborhood
  • Fast hiring process - many employers are hiring now
  • No degree required - learn while you work
  • Flexible scheduling - choose shifts that fit your lifestyle
  • Valuable experience - build skills to grow your career

You can apply to Prep Cook positions close to you, whether in restaurants, hotels, or catering services. Some jobs require prior experience, but many are entry-level and provide training.

If you’re looking for Prep Cook work in your area, Prep Cook jobs close to you, or local Prep Cook openings with no experience required, there are real opportunities available.

What Employers Look for in a Prep Cook

Every workplace is different, but most employers want someone who:

  • Arrives on time
  • Communicates clearly
  • Works well with others
  • Follows instructions and stays focused
  • Learns quickly on the job

Depending on the business, Prep Cook duties may include food preparation, assisting kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, or managing orders.

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Top Paying Prep Cook Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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Prep Cook at Ruth's Chris

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $22.00

From $15.92 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $16.92

From $15.92 to $16.92

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Referral program

Referral program

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Cook at Sodexo

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $20.00

From $18.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

employee discount

employee discount

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

401(k)

401(k)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Cook at Applebee's

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.00

Exact $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

COOK - MCGUIRE at Air Mobility Command

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.75

Exact $19.75

Hourly

Hourly

Temporary

Temporary

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Life insurance

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

Line Cook at Doherty Enterprises

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $23.50

From $15.92 to $23.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Health care benefits

Health care benefits

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Paid on-the-job training

Paid on-the-job training

meal discounts

meal discounts

Real Advancement Opportunities

Real Advancement Opportunities

WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

Pastry Cook/Kitchen Help at ggg

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $18.25 to $22.25

From $18.25 to $22.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

great discount program

great discount program

Grill Cook at Sodexo

Ewing, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50

Exact $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

ongoing training and development

ongoing training and development

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Food Service Cook - Food & Nutrition - Hopewell - Per Diem - Varied Shifts at Capital Health

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $23.55 to $34.22

From $23.55 to $34.22

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

retirement savings plan

retirement savings plan

short term disability

short term disability

Sick Time Off

Sick Time Off

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Line Cook Daytime Only at Turning Point

Lawrenceville, NJ, USA|
From $16.00 to $20.00

From $16.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

401(k)

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Day time shifts only

Day time shifts only

Nighttime money while working daytime hours

Nighttime money while working daytime hours

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

Job Overview

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Employment Type

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Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.92 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k)
Dining Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Referral program

Job Description

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a renowned upscale American restaurant chain established in 1965, famous for its butter-topped, sizzling steaks served in an elegant and warm atmosphere. With decades of experience, Ruth's Chris has developed a strong reputation for offering exceptional dining experiences combining top-quality food, attentive service, and a welcoming environment. The company values its employees highly, considering them the essential ingredient in its recipe for success. Ruth's Chris aims to foster a workplace culture that feels like family, where team members can feel comfortable being themselves, grow professionally, and contribute to delivering legendary hospitality that complements their gourmet... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous culinary or food preparation experience preferred
  • Ability to handle kitchen tools safely
  • Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Strong work ethic and teamwork skills
  • Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene standards

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in food preparation or cooking preferred
  • Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
  • Strong knife and cutting skills
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure
  • Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment

Job Duties

  • Passionately prepare, portion, and/or cook food items to quality specifications
  • Ensure exceptional presentation by checking/dressing dishes before they are served
  • Showcase superior dexterity skills to operate cutting tools quickly and safely
  • Measure ingredients and seasonings to ensure correct cooking and flavor profiles
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Be a true team player and work well with others

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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Posted 1 month ago

Prep Cook at Ruth's Chris

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $22.00

From $15.92 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

Posted 1 month ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at CEC Entertainment

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $16.92

From $15.92 to $16.92

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Referral program

Referral program

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Posted 1 month ago

Cook at Sodexo

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $20.00

From $18.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

employee discount

employee discount

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

401(k)

401(k)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Posted 1 month ago

Cook at Applebee's

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $22.00

Exact $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Posted 1 month ago

COOK - MCGUIRE at Air Mobility Command

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.75

Exact $19.75

Hourly

Hourly

Temporary

Temporary

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Life insurance

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

Posted 1 month ago

Line Cook at Doherty Enterprises

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $15.92 to $23.50

From $15.92 to $23.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Health care benefits

Health care benefits

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Paid on-the-job training

Paid on-the-job training

meal discounts

meal discounts

Real Advancement Opportunities

Real Advancement Opportunities

WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

WOW-a-Friend Foundation Employee Assistance Program

Posted 1 month ago

Pastry Cook/Kitchen Help at ggg

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $18.25 to $22.25

From $18.25 to $22.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

great discount program

great discount program

Posted 2 months ago

Grill Cook at Sodexo

Ewing, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50

Exact $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

ongoing training and development

ongoing training and development

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Posted 1 month ago

Food Service Cook - Food & Nutrition - Hopewell - Per Diem - Varied Shifts at Capital Health

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite
From $23.55 to $34.22

From $23.55 to $34.22

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

retirement savings plan

retirement savings plan

short term disability

short term disability

Sick Time Off

Sick Time Off

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Posted 2 months ago

Line Cook Daytime Only at Turning Point

Lawrenceville, NJ, USA|
From $16.00 to $20.00

From $16.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

401(k)

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Day time shifts only

Day time shifts only

Nighttime money while working daytime hours

Nighttime money while working daytime hours

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

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