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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(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 15 hours 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...

100 - Bashas' Meat Cutter I - Camp Lowell & Swan

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Position Purpose: Our Meat Team Lead will execute day-to-day operations in our Meat and Seafood departments and provide a memorable experience for all our customers. The Meat Team Lead will...

Prep Cook / Tortillera / Cocinero Prep

  • Glendale, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Prep Cook / Tortillera / Cocinero Prep Carolinas Mexican Food Glendale, Arizona, United States, 85306 1 day ago Quick Job type Full-time Part-time Quick Job description Para ver la descripcion del...

Servers / Server Assistant / Prep Cook

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

un Servers / Server Assistant / Prep Cook (Tucson) Wings Y Mas Prince near Flowing Wells compensation: minimum wage employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Server / Server...

Butcher Block Supervisor

  • Cottonwood, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Cottonwood, AZ
  • 1 day 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....

Food Prep Helper

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago

and/or cold foods using a variety of kitchen utensils/equipment Clean and sanitize work stations and production equipment May have basic cooking responsibilities, i.e., cook vegetables, chicken for salads...

Prep Cook

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Prep Cook (Upscale / Fine Dining) This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed...

Servers / Server Assistant / Prep Cook

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Small Local Restaurant looking to hire a server, a server assistant and a prep cook Looking for a those with open availability and prior experience Part time hours to start To apply please send a...

Butcher at Bourbon & Bones Chophouse - Peoria

  • Peoria, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Train and mentor junior butchers, providing guidance on proper butchery techniques, knife skills, and product knowledge....

Meat Cutter

  • Green Valley, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Green Valley, AZ
  • 4 days ago

PURPOSE: To maintain desired level of fresh meat production. Maintains cleanliness of department and equipment. Ensures customer service and product quality, freshness, safety and selection....

Prep Cook/Tortilla Prep

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 5 days ago

QUE-SO…here’s what you’ll need: Current food safety certification Familiarity with kitchen equipment including fryer, char grill, flat top, stove, RoboCoups, immersion blender, dicers, mandolin, and...

$17 per hour Kitchen Prep cook

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 7 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 7 days ago

Our menu consists of many fresh grab and go items such as breakfast burritos, lunch burritos, sandwiches, salads, and homemade salsas....

Supv Butcher Block

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 8 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 8 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....

Lead Prep Cook

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 10 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 10 days ago

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Master Butcher at Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar - San Tan Village

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 11 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 11 days ago

Train and mentor junior butchers, providing guidance on proper butchery techniques, knife skills, and product knowledge....

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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
33.2%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
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 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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