Top 647 Prep cook Jobs in Costa Mesa Ca

Prep Cook
The Bungalow Hospitality Group —Long Beach, CA
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
Line Cook - Pantry - NEW concept; PT/FT available + incl. Tips
mor mor's table —Laguna Beach, CA
- $17.50 - $24.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- On-the-job training
- Flexible schedule
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Grill Cook/Prep Cook
Wagyu Meat & Grill —Irvine, CA
- $4,000 - $5,000 a month
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Line Cook, Naples Ristorante
Delaware North —Anaheim, CA
- $21.13 an hour
- Part-time
- No high school diploma
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
5d
Cook for In Patient Substance Use Facility
Costa Mesa Detox —Costa Mesa, CA
- $24 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Health insurance
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Dishwasher/Food Prep
Brazuca Cafe —Costa Mesa, CA
- $22 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- In-person
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
Salted —Costa Mesa, CA
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Prep Cook
Houston's —Irvine, CA
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- US work authorization
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
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Sandwich Artisan (Line Cook)
Mash —Costa Mesa, CA
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Cash register
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Prep Cook
R+D Kitchen —Newport Beach, CA
- $22 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
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LINE COOK
MESA VERDE COUNTRY CLUB —Costa Mesa, CA
- $23 - $27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Food Handler Certification
- Entry level
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Prep Cook
Cafe Sevilla —Costa Mesa, CA
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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Prep Cook
Seasons 52 —Costa Mesa, CA
- $16.90 - $30.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Salt & Lime Modern Taqueria —Costa Mesa, CA
- $18 - $21 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Fast casual restaurant
- High school diploma or GED
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Prep Cook/Line Cooks
Nēsos Newport Beach —Newport Beach, CA
- $18 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- No education required
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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The Carnaby - Prep Cook
Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby —Anaheim, CA
- Weekends as needed
- 2 years
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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Prep Cook
Rusty Pelican —Newport Beach, CA
- $21 an hour
- Cooking
- 1 year
- Restaurant
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
13d
Prep Cook
Water Grill South Coast Plaza —Costa Mesa, CA
- $19 - $23 an hour
- 18 years or older
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Tuition reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
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Prep Cook
Landry's Inc. —Newport Beach, CA
- $21 an hour
- Cooking
- 1 year
- Restaurant
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
11d
Cook/Prep
Menya Hanabi —Irvine, CA
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Food Handler Certification
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Prep Cook

The Bungalow Hospitality Group
Long Beach, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$18 - $19 an hour

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Recipe adherence
Food service health code compliance
Safety regulations
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Basic knife skills
Food preparation equipment operation
Food Handler Certification
Communication with kitchen staff

Full Job Description

Position summaryThe Prep Cook prepares ingredients and components so that the line runs smoothly during service. Working from the chef's prep list and standardized recipes, the Prep Cook washes, cuts, portions, and stores food; maintains a clean and organized station; and helps ensure the kitchen is fully stocked and ready before each shift. This role is essential to the quality and consistency of every dish that leaves the kitchen.Key responsibilities

Prepare ingredients ahead of service — washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, dicing, and portioning vegetables, proteins, and other items per the daily prep list.
Follow standardized recipes and portion sizes to ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.
Prepare stocks, sauces, dressings, marinades, and other base components as directed.
Label, date, and store prepared food correctly following FIFO (first-in, first-out) and food-safety standards.
Monitor inventory of prepped items and communicate low stock to the chef or kitchen manager.
Keep workstations, cutting boards, utensils, and equipment clean, sanitized, and organized throughout the shift.
Assist line cooks during service and support plating or expediting when needed.
Receive and put away deliveries, rotating stock and checking for quality and correct quantities.
Follow all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, including proper temperature control and allergen handling.
Complete opening and closing duties, including cleaning and breaking down stations.

Qualifications & requirements

Basic knife skills and familiarity with common kitchen equipment.
Understanding of food-safety and sanitation practices; [Food Handler card required / to be obtained within __ days].
Ability to read and follow recipes, prep lists, and verbal instructions.
Reliable, punctual, and able to work efficiently under time pressure.
A team player who communicates well and takes direction from the chef and senior cooks.
Availability to work [evenings, weekends, and holidays] as scheduled.

Physical requirementsThe role is physically demanding and performed in a busy kitchen environment. A candidate must be able to:

Stand and walk for the entire shift often without extended breaks.
Lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 lbs (deliveries, stockpots, ingredient cases).
Perform repetitive tasks such as chopping and stirring for extended periods.
Bend, stoop, reach, and work in tight spaces.
Work in an environment with fluctuating temperatures — near hot stoves and ovens, and in cold walk-in refrigerators and freezers.
Withstand exposure to cleaning chemicals, sharp tools, and hot surfaces while following safety procedures.

AcknowledgmentThis job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and responsibilities may change as the needs of the bistro require. I have read and understood the responsibilities and requirements of this position.

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