Prep Chef Jobs in Citrus Heights, 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 Noble Beast Butcher's Market Now Hiring

  • Represa, CA (6 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Represa, CA (6 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Culinary Agents is working with the team at Noble Beast Butcher's Market to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. Noble Beast Butcher's Market - Now Hiring: Prep Cook Click here to...

Prep Cook

  • Folsom, CA (6 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (6 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Cooking Time Management Basic Math Skills Knife Skills Following Recipes Operating Kitchen Equipment Food Safety Knowledge Food Prep Portion Control Read more Gallery...

Senior Meat Cutter

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 2 days 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...

Taylor's Market Prep Cook @ SMF Airport

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Your career deserves... MORE OPPORTUNITIY Paradies Lagardere is an award-winning and innovative Airport Concessionaire. We are looking for passionate individuals to fill our roles in a retail and...

Now Hiring Prep Cook

  • Folsom, CA (6 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (6 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Now Hiring Prep Cook (Folsom) The Original Mel's Diner of Folsom 13399 Folsom Blvd near Blue Ravine compensation: DOE employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Prep Cook Looking for...

Kitchen Helper

  • Elk Grove, CA (17 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (17 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are Hiring kitchen helper, $17/hr + tips( average $400-600 per month) We are looking for full time worker who can work on weekend. Estamos contratando ayudante de cocina, $17/hora + propinas...

Dishwasher/Prep Cook

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The Virgin Sturgeon on the Sacramento River is hiring a line/prep cook. Minimum one years experience in a fast-paced kitchen Able to carry up to 40 pounds Able to maintain a clean environment Prep...

Journeyman Meat Cutter

  • Elk Grove, CA (17 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (17 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview We are now hiring Great People Who Care! We are looking for a fearless and inspiring Journeyman Meat Cutter Team Member who has a passion for food. Our Meat Cutter Team Member will assist...

Meat Cutter

  • Elk Grove, CA (17 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (17 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary: Cuts, trims and prepares raw meat for sale using saws, knifes, grinder, and tenderizer. For additional information about pay ranges, click here. We offer a comprehensive package...

Cook Prep

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Cook Prep Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,124 current hospitality jobs what where Cook Prep Four Points by Sheraton...

Prep Cook

  • Elk Grove, CA (17 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (17 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 13 days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

Butcher

  • Roseville, CA (3 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (3 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Supervise the grill, overseeing the cooking time and temperature of meats and ensure meats are at Fogo standards and guest demand as communicated by Gauchos(as) and management....

Prep Cook - Sacramento Relo Chilis

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 27 days 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 - Sacramento Relo Chili's

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 30+ days 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...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Citrus Heights, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Performs duties relating to the cutting, preparation, display, and selling of meat products. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous,...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Citrus Heights, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Citrus Heights, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
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 Citrus Heights, 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%


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