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Line Cook/Prep NO NIGHTS EVER

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Vicious Biscuit
Wilmington, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $16.00 - $19.00

Range $16.00 - $19.00

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive pay of 16-19 USD/hour

Competitive pay of 16-19 USD/hour

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

employee discount

employee discount

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities for growth and travel

Opportunities for growth and travel

A fun, supportive work environment

A fun, supportive work environment

Morning Prep Cook - Hiring Immediately

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Piedmont Restaurant Group - Chicken Salad Chick
Winston-Salem, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $12.50 - $12.75

Range $12.50 - $12.75

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

competitive pay

competitive pay

Free meal per shift

Free meal per shift

no late nights

no late nights

No early mornings

No early mornings

Sundays Off

Sundays Off

Supportive team environment

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

comprehensive training

comprehensive training

No fryers or grease

No fryers or grease

Prep Cook | The Quoin Hotel | Wilmington, DE

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Quoin Hotel
Wilmington, DE, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

excellent pay

excellent pay

hotel discounts

hotel discounts

Food and beverage discounts

Food and beverage discounts

Opportunity for career growth

Opportunity for career growth

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

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Buffalo Wild Wings
Fayetteville, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $11.50 - $15.25

Range $11.50 - $15.25

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

weekly pay

weekly pay

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

shift meal discount

shift meal discount

family dining discount

family dining discount

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition Benefits

Tuition Benefits

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Cash Referral Program

Cash Referral Program

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Community involvement

Community involvement

PREP

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Metro Services, LLC
Durham, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $12.50 - $16.00

Range $12.50 - $16.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Back of house shift meals

Back of house shift meals

Front of house meal discounts

Front of house meal discounts

Meal discounts for friends and family

Meal discounts for friends and family

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

competitive benefits

competitive benefits

Free tele-medicine

Free tele-medicine

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Perks at work

Perks at work

long-term career growth

long-term career growth

COOK

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Metro Services, LLC
Jacksonville, NC, USA|
Range $11.00 - $14.75

Range $11.00 - $14.75

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

BOH shift meals

BOH shift meals

FOH meal discounts

FOH meal discounts

Meal Discounts for Friends/Family

Meal Discounts for Friends/Family

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

competitive benefits

competitive benefits

Free tele-medicine

Free tele-medicine

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Perks at work

Perks at work

long-term career growth

long-term career growth

Line Cook

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Red Robin
Cary, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $13.91 - $16.77

Range $13.91 - $16.77

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Hospital Indemnity coverage

Hospital Indemnity coverage

401k Retirement Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Referral bonuses

Referral bonuses

meal discounts

meal discounts

Flexible work schedules

Flexible work schedules

Line Cook

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Red Robin
Jacksonville, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $14.19 - $17.11

Range $14.19 - $17.11

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Referral bonuses

Referral bonuses

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Line Cook - Hiring Immediately

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Condado Tacos
Charlotte, NC, USA|Onsite
Exact $18.00

Exact $18.00

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Inclusive culture

Inclusive culture

tips paid daily

tips paid daily

Opportunity for growth

Opportunity for growth

Major holidays off

Major holidays off

employee discount

employee discount

health benefits

health benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

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Buffalo Wild Wings
Cary, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $13.00 - $17.50

Range $13.00 - $17.50

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

weekly pay

weekly pay

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

shift meal discount

shift meal discount

family dining discount

family dining discount

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition Benefits

Tuition Benefits

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Cash Referral Program

Cash Referral Program

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Slip resistant shoes program

Slip resistant shoes program

Entry Level Cook - Jimmy Vs

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White Lodging
Raleigh, NC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401K with company match

401K with company match

vacation

vacation

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Leadership development

Leadership development

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Referral bonuses

hotel and dining discounts

hotel and dining discounts

Cook

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First Watch Restaurants
Fayetteville, NC, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.00

Exact $20.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible spending account

Flexible spending account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

401(K) retirement savings program

401(K) retirement savings program

50% meal discount

50% meal discount

Child discount program

Child discount program

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

Wellness app access

Wellness app access

Perks at work

Perks at work

Lead Line Cook - Aura Rooftop Bar

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White Lodging
Charlotte, NC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

DailyPay option

DailyPay option

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401(k) with Company Match

401(k) with Company Match

vacation

vacation

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Complimentary wellness tools

Complimentary wellness tools

Unlimited referral bonuses

Unlimited referral bonuses

Leadership development

Leadership development

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel or entertainment experiences

discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel or entertainment experiences

Cook - Urgently Hiring

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Applebee's Grill + Bar - Newark
Wilmington, DE, USA|Onsite
Range $13.75 - $18.25

Range $13.75 - $18.25

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Flexible work schedules

Flexible work schedules

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

career path

career path

Great work environment

Great work environment

Crew Member - Cashier

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Cookout
Durham, NC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

top-tier pay

top-tier pay

401K Matching

401K Matching

Bonuses

Bonuses

performance based raises

performance based raises

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

free food during shifts

free food during shifts

Night BOH Team Member - Hiring Immediately

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Piedmont Restaurant Group - Chicken Salad Chick
Greensboro, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $12.00 - $12.25

Range $12.00 - $12.25

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

competitive pay

competitive pay

Free meal per shift

Free meal per shift

no late nights

no late nights

No early mornings

No early mornings

Sundays Off

Sundays Off

Supportive team environment

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

comprehensive training

comprehensive training

No fryers or grease

No fryers or grease

Dishwasher

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PF Changs
Winston-Salem, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $13.00 - $16.00

Range $13.00 - $16.00

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

Exclusive team member discounts

Exclusive team member discounts

closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas

closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

17 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Wilmington, NC - August 2026

Browse 17 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Wilmington, NC. 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 Wilmington, NC

Employers in Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC

Entry level Prep Cook pay in Wilmington, NC typically ranges from $33,300 per year to $39,500 per year, with average earnings near $35,400 per year or $17 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $33,300 per year
  • Average wage: $35,400 per year or $17 per hour
  • Highest wage: $39,500 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Wilmington, NC

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC include:

  • Vicious Biscuit

Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Wilmington, NC

Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Wilmington, NC offer Paid training, flexible scheduling, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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