Prep Chef Jobs in Laguna Hills, 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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(USA) Meat Cutter / Wrapper

  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 hour 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...

Kitchen helper-Asian restaurant

  • Ladera Ranch, CA (6 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Ladera Ranch, CA (6 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Kitchen helper-Asian restaurant compensation: 18-22 employment type: job title: Kitchen helper Cutting, cleaning, fryer, kitchen helper. Experienced only Principals only. Recruiters, please don't...

Prep Cook

  • Irvine, CA (9 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (9 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 day 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 3

  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Meat Cutter 3 El Super #56 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size, quantity, and trim...

Dishwasher/ Prep Cook

  • Costa Mesa, CA (11 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (11 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 day ago

west side costa mesa catering company is immediately looking for a dishwasher/prep cook. duties include but are not limited to: -dishwashing -restocking/ putting everything in its place -loading +...

Prep Cook

  • Newport Beach, CA (5 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (5 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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Prep Cook - JOEY Newport Beach

  • Newport Beach, CA (5 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (5 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Wash, chop, cut, grill, roast, saute, fry, etc. Coordinate with other stations as needed. Develop knife skills for efficiency and safety....

Fry Cook / Prep Cook

  • Chino Hills, CA (23 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chino Hills, CA (23 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Fry Cook / Prep Cook (CHINO HILLS) "BBQ Chicken" in Chino Hills located across from the Shoppes Mall is looking for the following staff. * Fry Cook / Prep Cook (Mostly Evening Shift between 4 or 5...

Restaurant Prep Cook / Pastry Cook

  • Irvine, CA (9 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (9 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally....

Restaurant Prep Cooks / Pastry Cooks

  • Fountain Valley, CA (14 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (14 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally....

Catering Driver & Prep Cook

  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Assist with food preparation and kitchen support to ensure smooth event execution. Maintain food safety and handling procedures to uphold quality standards....

EL Cook / Prep

  • Costa Mesa, CA (11 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (11 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Cuts, stocks, and rotates all other grilled products according to company standards and projected needs....

Canicero/ meat cutter

  • Lake Elsinore, CA (19 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Elsinore, CA (19 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 5 days ago

skills Customer service skills (if dealing with customers directly) Ability to work in cold environments (refrigerated areas)...

FT Foodservice Worker/Prep cook Mon-Fri AM Shift

  • Chino Hills, CA (23 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chino Hills, CA (23 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Tired of working nights and weekends? Full time prep cook for a food management company. Early AM hours. Benefits include paid sick leave, vacation and holiday pay. Health benefit package options...

Cook/Prep

  • Costa Mesa, CA (11 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (11 miles from Laguna Hills, CA)
  • 6 days ago

cook/prep (Costa Mesa) Akel LLC image 1 of 1 612 Baker Street near Suite A compensation: we pay biweekly, Hours Rate can be negotiable, one meal every shift employment type: experience level: mid...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Laguna Hills, CA

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Laguna Hills, 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
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 Laguna Hills, 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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