Prep Chef Jobs in East Meadow, NY

A Prep Chef, also known as a preparation cook, is an integral part of the culinary industry responsible for preparing ingredients for the main cooks or chefs in a kitchen. Their tasks include washing, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruits, vegetables, and other food items, as well as cooking and preparing simple dishes. They also play a critical role in maintaining cleanliness and order in the kitchen, storing food appropriately, and ensuring the availability of fresh ingredients. Prep Chefs often work under the supervision of a head chef or cooks, thus they need to have a keen eye for detail, excellent time management skills, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.

To qualify as a Prep Chef, a certificate or an associate's degree in culinary arts or a related field is usually required. However, critical skills such as culinary expertise, knife skills, understanding of food safety standards, and a strong familiarity with various cooking techniques are essential. In addition, they should also have good physical stamina to manage long hours of standing and handling kitchen equipment. Prior to progressing to the position of a Prep Chef, a person may start their culinary journey in roles such as a dishwasher, line cook or a kitchen assistant.

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Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Butcher - FT

Our Smithtown Store is actively seeking a FT Butcher for its busy Meat Department!...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Kitchen Prep Clerk

Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc....

Dishwasher / Food Prep - Bellaire at Stone Port

  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

The Dishwasher will assist in the kitchen with food preparation, kitchen cleanup, wash dishes, pots, pans and cooking utensils, dining room preparation and cleanup....

Meat Cutter Part Time

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Wayward Fare is looking for PREP COOKS/busca PREP COOKS

  • Brooklyn, NY (22 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (22 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

Wayward Fare is looking for prep cooks. Must be clean, organized, efficient, and on time. At least 3 years experience necessary in a high level kitchen. Must be allowed to legally work in the US....

Prep Cook

  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 19 hours ago

Skills and Qualifications: Knife Skills: Proficiency in using knives to safely and efficiently cut, chop, and slice a variety of ingredients....

Food Preparation Worker

  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Food Preparation Worker 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Bronx, NY 10461 Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Food Preparation Worker to work at a facility in Bronx, NY....

Prep Cook

  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Momofuku Momofuku was founded by chef David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City. Credited with "the rise of contemporary Asian-American cuisine" by the New York...

Prep Person

  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

"You are applying for work with Papa Murphy's Midwest, a franchisee of Papa Murphy's, not Papa Murphy's International, Inc., or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only...

Restaurant Prep Cook

  • Fort Lee, NJ (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant Prep Cook Accountable for preparing menu items and keeping the Line Cooks stocked with basic, critical items throughout the shift. Responsible for all aspects of assigned station...

Theater Prep Cook PM shifts

  • Fort Lee, NJ (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Prep Cook Accountable for preparing menu items and keeping the Line Cooks stocked with basic, critical items throughout the shift. Responsible for all aspects of assigned station including...

Grill Cook/ Line Cook/ Prep - Home Frite Mt. Vernon

  • Mount Vernon, NY (19 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (19 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

. - Experience using flat top grills and deep fryers. - Must be eligible to work in the United States. - Punctual, reliable, and a strong team player. - Able to work flexible hours, including weekends...

Food Preparation Worker

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Food Preparation Worker to work at a facility in Bronx, NY. These are registry positions with our company....

Dishwasher / Prep Cook- Immediate hire! Full Time!

  • Bellmore, NY (3 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellmore, NY (3 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities include Prep Work (you must have great knife skills to work here!), washing dishes & kitchen equipment, unloading deliveries, helping customers and more....

Prep Cook LELABAR Now Hiring

  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from East Meadow, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Culinary Agents is working with the team at LELABAR to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. LELABAR - Now Hiring: Prep Cook Click here to learn more & apply today! Hello, Lelabar,...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in East Meadow, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in East Meadow, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.2%
Master's Degree
2.3%
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 East Meadow, NY
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%


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