Prep Chef Jobs in Villa Park, 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, Paseo

  • Anaheim, CA (8 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (8 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

preparation experience preferred + Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets + Ability to use kitchen tools safely (knives and small equipment ware) + Ability to follow instructions + No high school...

Kitchen Helper

  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Kitchen $17.50/hr+Tips"No Experience needed" (Costa Mesa) Ramen Tatsunoya in Costa Mesa is looking for Kitchen helper to join the team! (Please apply by email.) Please don't call the store. NO...

Food Preparation Worker

  • Anaheim, CA (8 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (8 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Work effectively within the kitchen team and support leaders with food preparation work; Prepare workstations with ingredients and equipment; Assist in keeping the kitchen environment as sanitary as...

Cashier food runner or Line cook prep cook at Ramen Boiler Room

  • West Covina, CA (19 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • West Covina, CA (19 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Looking for Cashier Food Runner & Line Cook Prep cook. Cashier Food Runner Wedges start $16.50 plus Tip for Dinner shift on week day, Lunch or dinner shift on weekends ( part time or full time)...

Prep Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Irvine, CA (5 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (5 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

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

Prep Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Irvine, CA (13 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (13 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Anaheim, CA (8 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (8 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

preparation experience preferred Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets Ability to use kitchen tools safely (knives and small equipment ware) Ability to follow instructions No high school diploma...

Hiring: Pizza Cook & Prep $20 - $22/hour (Experience Needed)

  • Downey, CA (20 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Downey, CA (20 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Ubicacion: Downey Pizza Company 9026 Florence Ave, Downey, CA 90240 Dowey Pizza Company busca un cocinero de pizzas experimentado y confiable para unirse a nuestro dinamico equipo de cocina!...

Prep Cook

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago

DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS LOCATION: 670 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 COMPENSATION: $21.50/hour The base salary or hourly wage range for this role will vary based on multiple factors,...

Pomona Pizza CO Prep Cook

  • Pomona, CA (12 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pomona, CA (12 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago

SEEKING PART TIME PREP COOK THAT IS AVAILABLE TO WORK MORNING SHIFTS. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. IF YOU CAN'T WORK THIS SCHEDULE PLEASE DON'T APPLY! 46 RIO RANCHO RD. SUITE #101 POMONA,CA MUST LIVE...

Immediate Hiring (Cashier, Kitchen Prep, Etc.) needed ASAP. (upland)

  • Upland, CA (24 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Upland, CA (24 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Ahipoki Cashier/Crew and Cook - Ability to multitask - Must have excellent customer service skills - Must have excellent communication skills - Must be a team player - Ability to work in a fast...

Laguna Hills Chinese Restaurant needs a cook/kitchen Helper

  • El Toro, CA (16 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Toro, CA (16 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Chinese Restaurant in Laguna Hills is looking for a full time cook and kitchen Helper. At least 2 years Chinese Restaurant cooking experience is required for cook position. Good pay, good...

Hiring Full-Time Cook/Prep // Work 4 Days A Week

  • Brea, CA (8 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brea, CA (8 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Duties & Responsibilities: -Have knife skills with the ability to follow directions -Accurately and efficiently cook and prepare meats, fish, vegetables, soups, sauces and other hot/cold food products...

Dishwasher Food Prep

  • Newport Beach, CA (15 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (15 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Kitchen helper-Asian restaurant

  • Ladera Ranch, CA (20 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ladera Ranch, CA (20 miles from Villa Park, CA)
  • 7 days 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...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Villa Park, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Villa Park, 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 Villa Park, 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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