Prep Chef Jobs in Rockaway, NJ

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Prep Cook

  • Paper Mill Playhouse
  • Millburn, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Millburn, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

FM KIRBY CARRIAGE HOUSE RESTAURANT at PAPER MILL PLAYHOUSE Job Title: Prep Cook Status: Part-Time | Non-Exempt Location: On-Site - Paper Mill Playhouse (Millburn, NJ) Reports to: Restaurant and...

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Line Cooks, Prep Cooks & Dishwashers

  • Wayne, NJ (13 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (13 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Now Hiring: Line Cooks, Prep Cooks & Dishwashers New Chef-Driven Restaurant Wayne, NJ Were opening an exciting new restaurant in Wayne and are building a strong, positive, team-focused kitchen...

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Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Gourmet 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...

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Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days 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 (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days 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 (11 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (11 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days 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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Dishwasher-Prep Cook

  • Wharton, NJ (4 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wharton, NJ (4 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 6 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 (18 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Providence, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 7 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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Prep Cook- Eataly Short Hills

  • Eataly
  • Short Hills, NJ (17 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (17 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 11 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 (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rutherford, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 12 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 (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 14 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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Meat Cutter

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Teterboro, NJ (23 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Teterboro, NJ (23 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 18 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 (19 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Gladstone, NJ (19 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 18 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
  • Hackensack, NJ (23 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (23 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Job Details Job Title Prep Cook Posted: 1/31/2026 Location NJ, Hackensack 70 Riverside Square Hackensack, NJ 07601 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities!...

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Line Cooks and Prep Cooks

  • Felina Restaurant
  • Ridgewood, NJ (19 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Ridgewood, NJ (19 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Line Cooks and Prep Cooks (Ridgewood) Felina Restaurant 18 prospect street near east ridgewood ave compensation: $17 and up. employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook Busy...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Rockaway, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Rockaway, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.8%
Associate's Degree
24.8%
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 Rockaway, 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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