Prep Chef Jobs in Ontario, 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 43 Jobs

Reunion Kitchen Estamos Contratando COOKS PREP DISH $19+

  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 16 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...

Meat Cutter-FT

  • Ontario, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Requisition ID: 190134 Career Group: Store Careers Job Category: Retail - Meat Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Pay Rate: $19.50 - $25.50 Country: Canada (CA) Province: Ontario...

Prep Cook

  • Arcadia, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arcadia, CA (22 miles from Ontario, 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 (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, 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...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Fontana, CA (12 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fontana, CA (12 miles from Ontario, 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....

Commissary Prep Cook - Irvine

  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, 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 (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, 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...

Meat Cutter

  • Jurupa Valley, CA (12 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA (12 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Pay Rate: Starting at $20+/hour Shift: 2nd Shift (specific days/times to be discussed) Job Responsibilities: Work in the Meat Department as a Butcher/Meat Cutter Operate hand cutting tools and power...

Cook/Prep Hiring

  • La Mirada, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • La Mirada, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Hello! somethin' La Mirada restaurant is hiring! Join our team. Open positions : -Cook/Prep Responsibilities -Busy kitchen setting experience is a Plus! -Food Prep and maintain kitchen following...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Riverside, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days 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...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Fullerton, CA (18 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (18 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days ago

What you'll do at Position Summary... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our...

Grocery Butcher

  • Brea, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brea, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Trains and mentors other Butchers and Apprentice Butchers including performing the duties of the Designated Instructor....

Catering Driver & Prep Cook

  • Irvine, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Wedgewood Weddings & Events is looking for a Catering Driver & Prep Cook to support our culinary team by ensuring seamless food deliveries and assisting with kitchen operations. If you thrive in a...

Line cook/prep

  • Covina, CA (14 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Covina, CA (14 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Line cook/prep Gie's Mediterranean Cuisine giesmediterranean KITCHEN PART-TIME 16.5/HR COVINA Gie's is one of Covina s top-rated Mediterranean restaurants and we're growing fast. We re looking for...

Demographic Data for Ontario, CA

Moving to Ontario, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Ontario, CA below.


Local
National
178,152
5,054
Medium/Lg

Prep Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireChefs curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Viennoiserie Master Pastry chef by APCA chef online
Master chef Angelo Vontoorn in this program is going to teach about different Advance Venoisseries and Laminated doughs. Some are also based on started or Levain. You will be learning how to make...
Travel Cake Master chef series Chef lim by APCA chef online
Travel cakes Master chef series by chef Lim, our in-house executive Pastry are something which does not need too much or a storage and great stuff for picnic and partiesThis program will cover 8...
Pastry Chef Training
Pastry Chef Training Overview Everyone feels happier when they pursue your passions. So if youre passionate about baking, a pastry chef career is an excellent choice. Baking is creative! And this...

Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Ontario, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Ontario, 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 Ontario, 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%



Prep Chef Related Career Advice Articles

How to become a chef
How to Become a Chef

Thinking of launching a career as a chef? This guide will tell you everything you need to know – from how long it takes to become a chef to how to get a job as a chef (and more).

Read article »
Closeup of sustainably sourced ingredients
What Makes a Restaurant Sustainable?

In terms of restaurant management, sustainability is more than just a buzzword or an offshoot of the “farm-to-table” craze.

Read article »
Culinary student training to become a chef and learning knife skills in the kitchen
Training to Be a Chef

If you are interested in becoming a chef and are looking for basic information on how to make that dream a reality, read our companion article “How to Become a Chef.” However, if you have already given the idea much thought and simply need a few facts regarding prices, prestige, and programs offered by some of the top culinary schools in the US, you have come to the right place.

Read article »