Prep Chef Jobs in Daphne, AL

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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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Easy prep for pizza, salads, and wings. Pay and Benefits: Chuck E. Cheese now offers access to earned wages with our NEW "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program....

Prep Cook Fulltime

  • Point Clear, AL (9 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Point Clear, AL (9 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Step into an exciting career at the legendary Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, located on Alabama's Gulf Coast. Nestled on 550 acres of stunning beauty, the Grand combines rich Southern tradition...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Daphne, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Daphne, AL
  • 3 days ago

... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our meat team and you...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Daphne, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Daphne, AL
  • 7 days ago

... As a Senior Meat Cutter you will drive sales in your area to deliver to our members more of what they love, for less. You will work collaboratively with other associates to ensure the total...

Prep Cook - Mobile-Valenti

  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Meat Cutter

  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Prep Cook

  • Spanish Fort, AL (9 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Spanish Fort, AL (9 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

Benefits: Community involvement Fun environment and team culture Career growth opportunities Meal perks Paid training Flexible part-time or full-time schedule Come join a winning team! If you...

Prep Cook

  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Open interviews conducted daily - Walk-ins are Welcome Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in everything we do, it starts with you! Our team members are the not-so-secret...

Meat Cutter FT

  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (12 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be...

Meat Cutter

  • Theodore, AL (21 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Theodore, AL (21 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be...

Prep Cook

  • Gulf Shores, AL (22 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gulf Shores, AL (22 miles from Daphne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Now hiring Prep Cooks! Lucy Buffett's LuLu's is a Fast Paced, Casual, Coastal Waterfront family restaurant and bar where Food, Fun, and Music are always a part of our culture. As a Prep Cook you...

Demographic Data for Daphne, AL

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Prep Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Master chef Angelo Vontoorn in this program is going to teach about different Advance Venoisseries and Laminated doughs. Some are also based on started or Levain. You will be learning how to make...
Pastry Chef Training
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Cooking (Chef) Course
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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Daphne, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Daphne, AL 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
3.1%
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 Daphne, AL
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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