Prep Chef Jobs in Moreno Valley, 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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Grill/Prep Cook (Per Diem/Varied Shifts 8 hr.)

  • Hemet, CA (18 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hemet, CA (18 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Essential (Primary) Functions: The Grill/Prep Cook prepares seasons and cooks meats and vegetables using skill in frying, grilling, and sautéing....

Prep Cook - Moreno Valley Chilis

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 5 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

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 5 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...

Part Time Cook Prep Empanada Baker at Noras Empanada Factory

  • Murrieta, CA (23 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Murrieta, CA (23 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Part Time Cook Prep Empanada Baker at Nora's Empanada Factory (Murrieta) Nora's Empanada Factory image 1 of 2 29955 Technology Dr. compensation: $16.50 Plus Tips employment type: job title:...

Prep Cook - Moreno Valley Chili's

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 7 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 - El Torito

  • Corona, CA (19 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Corona, CA (19 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 8 days ago

skills Proper food storage knowledge Proper lifting techniques Guest relations Sanitation and safety Full service kitchen operations Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in the English...

Meat Cutter (FT) (VFE)

  • Colton, CA (10 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Colton, CA (10 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Meat Cutter (FT) (VFE) Store: Colton - 1250 E Washington St - #65-01 Map Description Title: Meat Cutter Classification: Non-Exempt Meat Cutter is responsible for various cuts of meats while...

El Super #35 Rialto- Meat Cutter 3

  • Rialto, CA (17 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rialto, CA (17 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago

El Super #35 Rialto- Meat Cutter 3 El Super #35 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size,...

El Super #34 Moreno Valley- Meat Cutter 3

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 21 days ago

El Super #34 Moreno Valley- Meat Cutter 3 El Super #34 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety,...

El Super #31 Fontana Foothill- Meat Cutter 2

  • Fontana, CA (18 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Fontana, CA (18 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago

El Super #31 Fontana Foothill- Meat Cutter 2 El Super #31 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety,...

Meat Cutter 2

  • Rialto, CA (17 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rialto, CA (17 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Meat Cutter 2 El Super #35 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...

El Super #37 San Bernardino 9th- Meat Cutter 3

  • San Bernardino, CA (15 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (15 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago

El Super #37 San Bernardino 9th- Meat Cutter 3 El Super #37 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the...

El Super #31 Fontana Foothill- Meat Cutter 3

  • Fontana, CA (18 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Fontana, CA (18 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago

El Super #31 Fontana Foothill- Meat Cutter 3 El Super #31 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety,...

Meat Cutter

  • Norco, CA (19 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Norco, CA (19 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 24 days ago

About Us Join us at WinCo Foods, where we're more than just a grocery retailer - we're a growing family of over 140 supermarkets in 10 states with over 22,000 employee owners. Our purpose is to...

Prep Cook

  • Riverside, CA (11 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (11 miles from Moreno Valley, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment....

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Moreno Valley, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Moreno Valley, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.2%
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 Moreno Valley, 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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