Prep Chef Jobs in Santa Ana, 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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Prep Cook - LA Cypress Chili's

  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 22 hours 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...

Reunion Kitchen Estamos Contratando COOKS PREP DISH $19+

  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day 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 (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day 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 (Full Time)

  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Bon Appetit We are hiring immediately for a full time PREP COOK position. Location : Porsche LA - 19800 South Main Street, Carson, CA 90745. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Mission Viejo, CA (21 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (21 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $16.50 - $17.50 / 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...

Prep Cook

  • Cerritos, CA (15 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cerritos, CA (15 miles from Santa Ana, 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...

Dishwasher/ Prep Cook Tips

  • Huntington Beach, CA (8 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (8 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Dishwasher/ Prep Cook Tips (North Orange County) 8961 Adams Avenue near Magnolia compensation: DOE + Tips employment type: job title: Dishwasher/ prep cook Established restaurant looking for...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • La Mirada, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • La Mirada, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days 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 (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, 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 (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, 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...

Culinary Curator (Kitchen Prep)

  • Laguna Beach, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Executes proper food preparation techniques according to property standards and training, developing culinary skills for career advancement....

Server and Kitchen Helper Hiring Japanese Sushi Restaurant

  • Fountain Valley, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring Servers and Kitchen Helper. The Small Local Japanese Sushi Restaurant People who can legally work in the United States Text prefered. ...

Butcher

  • Laguna Beach, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 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 5 0 pounds....

Dishwasher Food Prep

  • Newport Beach, CA (10 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (10 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Food Prep: Assist in basic food preparation tasks, including washing and cleaning the chicken for cooking....

Cook/Prep Hiring

  • La Mirada, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • La Mirada, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 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...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.

Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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