Prep Chef Jobs in British Columbia

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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Cooker kitchen helper waitress restaurant front desk

  • Mission, BC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Mission, BC
  • 14 hours ago

Dansy Chinese Restaurant has full time or part-time job available. Food cooker, kitchen helpe, waitress, front desk reception, Honest, energetic, quick learner & long-term commitment. Send cv to...

Hiring Dishwashers & kitchen helper at Sushi Bar Nagomi

  • Gibsons, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Gibsons, BC
  • 2 days ago

Sushi Bar Nagomi in Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast is looking for a reliable dishwashers and kitchen helper. Must be available in evening shifts from 5pm to around 10-11pm. Tuesday to Saturday....

Butcher Helper/Prep person

  • New Westminster, BC
  • 3 days ago
  • New Westminster, BC
  • 3 days ago

Fast pased small butcher shop hiring for a butcher helper/prep person. -making sausages, burgers, skewers, meat prep and cleaning -counter help Self sufficient, looking to train the right person....

Dishwasher / kitchen helper

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 4 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 4 days ago

Looking for an experienced dishwasher/kitchen helper for Monday to Thursday evening shifts (5pm to 11pm). $17.80/hour plus tips that are around $20-30 each shift. Applicants with experience only....

Experienced Line And Prep Cook

  • Delta, BC
  • 5 days ago
  • Delta, BC
  • 5 days ago

IL POSTO, Italian Eatery, in the heart of Ladner Village is hiring a prep & line cook for our busy summer season and beyond! Part time position available, with flexible work hours, which could...

Line Cook/Prep Cook

  • Comox, BC
  • 5 days ago
  • Comox, BC
  • 5 days ago

We are growing! Gigi's is seeking to add a Line Cook/Prep Cook to join our team. If you're passionate about food don't let lack of inexperience get in the way. If you have a desire to learn and...

Prep Cook

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 19 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 19 days ago

Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station....

Prep Cook, (Casual), Electronic Arts Vancouver, Burnaby, BC

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 27 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 27 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Port Moody, BC
  • 28 days ago
  • Port Moody, BC
  • 28 days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Prep Cook 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 our guest’s experience...

Meat Cutter Experienced

  • Duncan, BC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Duncan, BC
  • 60+ days ago

Requisition ID: 186892 Career Group: Store Careers Job Category: Retail - Meat Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Part-Time Pay Rate: $17.40 - $21.30 Country: [[Canada]] Province: [[BC]] City:...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in British Columbia

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 British Columbia 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 British Columbia
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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