Prep Chef Jobs in Piru, 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 21 Jobs

Prep Cook

  • Calabasas, CA (20 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Calabasas, CA (20 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Assisting in preparation of various food offered by the Erewhon Cafe, such as salads, soups, sandwiches, wraps, etc....

Restaurant Prep Cook / Pastry Cook

  • Thousand Oaks, CA (20 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA (20 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 10 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....

Experienced Meat Cutter (Butcher)

  • Woodland Hills, CA (22 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (22 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 11 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Woodland Hills, CA (22 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (22 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 16 days ago

$16.78 per hour - $20.00 per hour Are you ready for the best job ever? Since Ruth's Chris was founded in 1965, the most important ingredient in our recipe for success has been a team of...

Prep Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Westlake Village, CA (19 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA (19 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations....

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Agoura Hills, CA (20 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Agoura Hills, CA (20 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 50 pounds....

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Santa Clarita, CA (10 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA (10 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 28 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...

Line Cook- Prep

  • Valencia, CA (11 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Valencia, CA (11 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Ability to work on feet for long periods Preparing food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces) Bring your own: Excellent people and communication skills Strong...

Prep Cook

  • Simi Valley, CA (12 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Simi Valley, CA (12 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Prep Cook

  • North Hills, CA (21 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Hills, CA (21 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Measure and portion ingredients according to recipes Knife Skills: Possess proficient knife skills to ensure accurate and efficient food preparation Organization: Maintain a well-organized and clean...

Prep Cook

  • Westlake Village, CA (19 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA (19 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Open interviews conducted daily - Walk-ins are Welcome Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in everything we do, it starts with you! Our team members are the not-so-secret...

Prep Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Westlake Village, CA (21 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA (21 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations....

Prep Cook

  • Canoga Park, CA (19 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Canoga Park, CA (19 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

presentation looks beautiful Keep it clean!...

El Super #12 Arleta - Meat Cutter

  • Arleta, CA (22 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Arleta, CA (22 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

El Super #12 Arleta - Meat Cutter El Super #12 Starting Rate $17.30 per hour Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power...

Prep Cook

  • Van Nuys, CA (23 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (23 miles from Piru, CA)
  • 90+ 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 Piru, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Piru, 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 Piru, 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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