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Kitchen Prep Cook April 16, 2026

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Pay: $20-$ 23 DOE

Job Full Description

We're hiring a Kitchen Prep Cook for a well-run kitchen in a thriving retirement living community. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys prep work and wants a consistent schedule without customer interaction. 

Schedule: Saturday-Wednesday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

What you'll do:

  • Prep ingredients and assemble salads 
  • Support the cook with daily meal prep
  • Follow and scale recipes as needed 
  • Maintain a clean, organized, food-safe workspace

What we're looking for:

  • Previous kitchen prep or line experience 
  • Ability to adjust recipes and follow instructions closely 
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation 
  • Reliable and able to keep pace in a kitchen environment 

Why this role:

  • Steady hours and weekly pay 
  • No resident/ customer interactions
  • Benefits offered 
  • 4–6-week assignment with potential to extend 

If you like staying busy and being part of a smooth-running kitchen, we'd love to connect. 

Santa Cruz, CA
1116
35 Penny Lane
Suite 3
Watsonville, CA 95076

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