Food prep: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Food prep make in United States of America?

$37,700/ Annual
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The average Food prep in United States of America is $37,700 per year or $19.08 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $32,102 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $53,127 per year.

Median$37,700

Low$32,102

High$53,127

Food prep: Average Salary in United States of America

Wyoming$39,975

Washington$39,433

California$39,082

Colorado$37,936

Hawaii$37,440

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The Capital BurgerReston, VA, US

Full-time

For this position, pay will be variable by location.See additional job details and benefits below.We cordially invite you to apply.Joining our team provides exceptionally distinctive benefits, incl... Show more

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Yard HouseGaithersburg, MD, US

$17.65 hourly

Full-time

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Lead

Wingstop - Sizzling PlatterGermantown, MD, US

$18.00 hourly

Full-time +1

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