Prep Chef Jobs in Cerritos, 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 - LA Cypress Chili's

  • Cypress, CA (4 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cypress, CA (4 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 hour 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 Cooks & Dishwashers

  • Inglewood, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Inglewood, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We are looking for prep cooks & dishwashers for our commissary. Requirements - 1 year + experience in food service - knowledge of food safety and hygiene - legally authorized to work in the United...

Reunion Kitchen Estamos Contratando COOKS PREP DISH $19+

  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Estamos contratando Cocineros, Preps y lavaplatos Aplicar en o en el restaurante Reunion Kitchen Anaheim Hills Reunion Kitchen + Drink fue disenado de punta a punta para ser el restaurante ideal...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations....

Prep Cook

  • Beverly Hills, CA (23 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (23 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

We are a lifestyle brand! If you are looking to join an awesome team, have a positive working environment and live a healthy and active lifestyle, we offer an exciting opportunity to join a...

Part Time Culinary Aide (PM)

  • Torrance, CA (13 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Torrance, CA (13 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Part Time Culinary Aide (PM) Description Be part of a renowned team at Silverado, a Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services, where exceptional care meets exceptional careers! For 27...

Prep Cook

  • Arcadia, CA (18 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arcadia, CA (18 miles from Cerritos, 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...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $16.50 - $17.00 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Dishwasher/ Prep Cook Tips

  • Huntington Beach, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Dishwasher/ Prep Cook Tips (North Orange County) 8961 Adams Avenue near Magnolia compensation: DOE + Tips employment type: job title: Dishwasher/ prep cook Established restaurant looking for...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • La Mirada, CA (5 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Mirada, CA (5 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 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 - Kendalls at The Music Center

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

. + Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations. + Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard...

Commissary Prep Cook - Irvine

  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: As a key member of our production team, you will execute and oversee daily production activities according to the Production Manager's schedule, adhering to the company's Good...

Meat Cutter

  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Meat Cutter You will be responsible for providing a variety of fresh and unique meat items to our customers. A Meat Cutter assists with answering questions and special orders, while maintaining a...

Server and Kitchen Helper Hiring Japanese Sushi Restaurant

  • Fountain Valley, CA (13 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (13 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring Servers and Kitchen Helper. The Small Local Japanese Sushi Restaurant People who can legally work in the United States Text prefered. ...

Line Cooks/Prep Cooks for new modern Chinese restaurant

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

skills, portioning, and mise en place Comfortable working with recipes and product specs Reliable, organized, and punctual with high attention to detail Dishwasher / Steward Responsible for keeping...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Cerritos, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.

Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Cerritos, 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 Cerritos, 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

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