Prep Chef Jobs in Arizona

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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Line & Prep Cook

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 hours ago

Line & Prep Cook with experience please! Must be dependable with reliable transportation. Afternoon and evening hours. Safe Serve Certification will be required. Apply at The Maverick, 6622 E....

Butcher - Full Time + Store Discounts & Team Perks

  • Sedona, AZ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sedona, AZ
  • 13 hours ago

All Whole Foods Market Jobs Butcher - Full Time + Store Discounts & Team Perks - Full Time Whole Foods Market - Sedona, AZ Posted on 04/29/25 (Ref: AZQ3W8snEs) A career at Whole Foods Market is more...

Prep Cook - Palm Valley Chilis

  • Goodyear, AZ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Goodyear, AZ
  • 13 hours 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...

Prep Cook - Palm Valley Chili's

  • Goodyear, AZ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Goodyear, AZ
  • 15 hours 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

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 15 hours ago

Our franchise organization, Mohave GC, LLC dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Meat Cutter's performance and the ability to cut for...

We need you! Restaurant cleaning and food prep

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Chuckbox restaurant, a fun and casual hamburger place, is looking for someone to clean, and do food preparation....

Prep Cook

  • Greer, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Greer, AZ
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: SUMMARY**A Prep Cook is responsible for executing food service for the Day Lodgemenu. Prep Cooks will prepare, cook, plate or package (for...

Prep Cook (Hotel)

  • Greer, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Greer, AZ
  • 1 day ago

.``````- Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.``````- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.``````- Ensure all food and other...

Weddings & Events! Kitchen Prep, Utility & Dish

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Weddings & Events! Kitchen Prep, Utility & Dish Wedgewood Weddings is hiring Kitchen Utility Attendants! The best way to describe the position is as a Multi-Use Utility Person. The Wedgewood...

Butcher Block Supervisor

  • Anthem, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Anthem, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Creates effective displays for meat, poultry and seafood and other related merchandise in the butcher block. Prepares seafood salads and other seasoned or prepared product. Cooks samples....

Concessions Prep Cook Chase Field 1418479

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Manual dexterity and coordination to perform tasks such as chopping, cutting, and food preparation. Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel....

All Whole Foods Market Jobs Whole Foods Market - Full Time Butcher Store Discount + Paid Time Off - Full Time Whole Foods Market - Sedona, AZ Posted on 04/20/25 (Ref: AZqsQ9Sw6Q) A career at Whole Foods...

Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, knife skills, and kitchen operations. Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure in a fast paced environment....

Concessions Prep Cook Chase Field

  • AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • AZ
  • 4 days ago

Manual dexterity and coordination to perform tasks such as chopping, cutting, and food preparation. Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel. Apply to Levy today!...

Line/Prep Cook

  • Star Valley, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Star Valley, AZ
  • 4 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food in arestaurant settig, following recipes, ensuring food safety standards,and...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Arizona

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Arizona offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
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 Arizona
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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