Prep Chef Jobs in Alameda, CA

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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Prep Cook

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Prep Cook Job Reference Number: 29053 Employment Type: Part-Time Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Constellation State: California (US-CA) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced...

Meat Cutter

  • Oakland, CA (3 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Oakland, CA (3 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • moments ago

A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to carve out time to engage our customers in friendly...

Meat Cutter

  • San Anselmo, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Anselmo, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to carve out time to engage our customers in friendly...

Prep Cook

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Your Background: Great technique: you have strong knife skills Kitchen savvy: you know your weights, measurements and volumes Attention to detail: you follow all steps and techniques to ensure consistency...

Prep Cook

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Back to Back is a small, neighborhood restaurant located in Nob Hill, San Francisco, specializing in wood-fired pizza, shared plates, natural wine, and music on vinyl. We have a close-knit team...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Concord, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Concord, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days 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....

Sandwich Maker for The Local Butcher Shop

  • Berkeley, CA (6 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (6 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

If you answered yes to these questions, you might be a great fit for The Local Butcher Shop....

Cdp, prep cook, line cook

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Yeobo, Darling is a forthcoming Korean-Taiwanese restaurant set to open in late June 2025 at 827 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park, California. Founded by chefs Meichih and Michael Kim, formerly of...

Line cooks/ prep cooks

  • Stinson Beach, CA (23 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stinson Beach, CA (23 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Experience/Skills strong Grill, saute skills....

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 5 0 pounds....

Rockaway Beach Brewery is hiring Line Cooks and Prep Cooks!

  • Pacifica, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pacifica, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Rockaway Beach Brewery is hiring Line Cooks and Prep Cooks! Weekend availability preferred. Top pay commensurate with experience plus tips! Please send your resume to our job link for immediate...

Prep Cook

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($21.00) Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts Required Skills Knife Skills Attention to Detail Teamwork Customer Service...

Line Cook/Prep Cook

  • Oakland, CA (3 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (3 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago

accurate counts of ingredients, assist with receiving and restocking Sanitize workstations, utensils, and storage containers between tasks Line Cook Duties Set up, stock, and manage your station (e.g., grill...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Concord, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Concord, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 4 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...

Butcher Assistant and Meat Cutter- Olivier's Butchery

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We're looking for someone who: -Has hands-on experience with meat cutting and solid knife skills -Is eager to learn and grow with the team -Brings energy and thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Alameda, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.

Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Alameda, CA 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 Alameda, CA
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Prep Chef position

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