Prep Chef Jobs in La Mesa, 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.

1-15 of 45 Jobs

Line cook/prep cook

  • Alpine, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alpine, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

NOW HIRING LINE COOK Were looking for a skilled, reliable Line Cook to join our team at Francas Italian Kitchen and Bar! Competitive pay Fast-paced, professional kitchen Great team & growth...

Baker + Cook + Smoothies + Food Prep + Cashier (FOH)

  • La Jolla, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Jolla, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Trilogy Cafe, Yoga Studio & Boutique Searching for mindful and healthy team members for our La Jolla plant-based, organic and gluten-free restaurant in the heart of San Diego! CAFE - VEGAN...

Line/Prep Cook

  • Solana Beach, CA (21 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (21 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Achilles Coffee Roasters is adding additional team members to our food staff. We are a locally owned, independent coffee roaster. We have a breakfast and lunch menu and are looking for a new team...

Kitchen Helper @ San Diego Convention Center

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications/Skills: Required: Minimum of 6 months experience in food preparation in a fast paced environment....

Deli prep cook

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for someone to help in the front of the deli, taking out food, cashiering, bagging orders. Pay is starting $17.25-$20.00

PT/FT Kitchen Prep/Dish position for Kitchen at a Cafe/Drive-thru

  • Spring Valley, CA (1 mile from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Spring Valley, CA (1 mile from La Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

roasting meats, making beverage syrups, beverage sauces, beverage powders, food sauces, mixing powders, slicing meat, fruits and prepping vegetables, pre-prepping baked goods, etc......

Dishwasher / Prep Cook / Line Cook

  • Imperial Beach, CA (14 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Imperial Beach, CA (14 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

BIG KAHUNA'S HAWAIIAN RESTAURANT HAS AN OPENING FOR A DISHWASHER / PREP COOK. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE WASHING DISHES AND PANS, KEEPING KITCHEN CLEAN AND ORGANIZED. YOU WILL ALSO BE CLEANING AND...

Line/Prep Cook with Smokin J's BBQ

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Cooks are expected to have excellent knife skills and work quickly. You will be responsible for learning and mastering each position on the line....

Title: Part-Time Dishwasher & Some Food Prep Help

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Title: Part-Time Dishwasher & Some Food Prep Help (Mission Hills) compensation: $15/hr Body: Small meal prep business in Mission Hills is looking for a reliable part-time Dishwasher & Food Prep...

Puestos de cocina disponibles; Line Cook & Prep (Poway, CA)

  • Poway, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Poway, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Puestos de cocina disponibles: Line Cook & Prep $19-$21/hora + Propinas The Hamburger Factory (Poway, CA) Estamos buscando para los trabajadores de cocina Tiempo parcial o tiempo completo Gran...

Prep Cook

  • El Cajon, CA (7 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (7 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 6 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. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Dishwasher/Prep Cook

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago

DETAILS ABOUT THE POSITION Any of work responsibility include any of the following: food preparation, dish room, storeroom, dining room bussing, equipment, delivery of food, customer service and operation...

Kitchen Helper @ Rady Shell

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications/Skills : Required: Minimum of 6 months experience in food preparation in a fast paced environment....

Restaurant Prep Cook / Pastry Cook

  • La Jolla, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (16 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago

What is our recipe for healthy, happy Team Members? Equal parts fun and rewarding work crafting our delicious, fresh from scratch food fresh to order. Add in a dash of flexible scheduling, a pinch...

Prep Cook

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Text "Prime" to 30437 to apply now! By texting Prime to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Fleming's Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Demographic Data for La Mesa, CA

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in La Mesa, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in La Mesa, CA 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 La Mesa, 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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