Prep Chef Jobs in Mountain Lakes, NJ

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Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions. Location: Rutgers University Newark - 350 Martin Luther King Boulevard, Newark, New Jersey 07102. Note: online applications accepted...

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Deli Kitchen Prep and Assistant Team Member

  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a DEPENDABLE Kitchen Assistant to join our team. This position is responsible for operating a commercial deli meat slicer, preparing deli style sandwiches, maintaining cleanliness...

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Prep Cooks / Fry Cooks $18/hr AM or PM Shifts

  • Fairfield, NJ (7 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (7 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Prep Cooks for AM or PM shifts, as well as PM - Fry Cook and full double shifts are available. This role is critical to the kitchen. Were looking for someone reliable who shows up on time, works...

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FT Butcher

  • Stew Leonard's
  • Clifton, NJ (14 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clifton, NJ (14 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Butcher Full Time Hourly– $25-$30 per hour depending on qualifications and experience Must be at least 18 years and older Position Description: Butcher has knowledge in three of the following areas:...

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Dishwasher-Prep Cook

  • Wharton, NJ (7 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wharton, NJ (7 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We're looking for a dependable, hardworking DISHWASHER-PREP COOK to join our team. RESPONSIBILITIES: *Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment quickly and thoroughly *Keep dish area, sinks and...

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Prep Cook Full Time

  • Erickson Senior Living
  • New Providence, NJ (13 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Providence, NJ (13 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Location: Lantern Hill by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Prep Cook if youre passionate about food and teamwork, with culinary experience. You will contribute to our Signature Dining...

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Meat Cutter Part Time

  • BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc.
  • North Bergen, NJ (23 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (23 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

A World-Class Team BJ's Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your...

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ShopRite - Meat Cutter Clerk (Saker NJ) Salary Range $25.85 - $31.52/hr

  • ShopRite
  • South Plainfield, NJ (22 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (22 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Must possess a strong knowledge of safe food handling and demonstrate safe work habits....

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Prep Cook- Eataly Short Hills

  • Eataly
  • Short Hills, NJ (12 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (12 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Washes, peels, slices and mixes vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses and other ingredients for salads, cold plates, side dishes, entrees, appetizers and garnishes Follows recipes and complies with portion...

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Food Preparation Worker

  • Paisanos Restaurant
  • Rutherford, NJ (17 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rutherford, NJ (17 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Required GED from high school. 12 months food preparation experience....

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Prep Cook - Cocinero Prep

  • On The Border
  • Paramus, NJ (19 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (19 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Compensation up to $16 Our PREP COOKS - Cocinero Prep set the pace of a great shift, every shift! They are the Heart of our House! At On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina we celebrate bringing...

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Butcher - Full Time

  • Whole Foods Market
  • West Orange, NJ (11 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ (11 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 5 0 pounds....

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Meat Cutter

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Teterboro, NJ (19 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Teterboro, NJ (19 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Prep Cook

  • Sage Dining
  • Gladstone, NJ (17 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Gladstone, NJ (17 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Prepare fresh ingredients for daily meal service (washing, chopping, slicing, portioning) Follow recipes and production guidelines to ensure consistent quality Assist with basic cooking, salads, sandwiches...

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Prep Cook

  • Maggiano's
  • Bridgewater, NJ (22 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (22 miles from Mountain Lakes, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Job Details Job Title Prep Cook Posted: 1/31/2026 Location NJ, Bridgewater 600 Commons Way, Bldg E Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time & Full-Time...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Mountain Lakes, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Mountain Lakes, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.8%
Associate's Degree
24.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Some College
3.2%
Master's Degree
2.4%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Prep Chefs in Mountain Lakes, NJ
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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