Prep Chef Jobs in California

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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PT Prep Cook

  • Vallejo, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Vallejo, CA
  • 5 days ago

Basic knife skills and familiarity with cooking techniques are preferred. Must comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies....

Line Cook, Kitchen Crew, Prep Cook

  • CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • CA
  • 1 hour ago

Amarith Cafe is a restaurant committed to delivering delicious, high-quality food, beverages, and baked goods....

Deli prep cook

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Looking for someone to help in the front of the deli, taking out food, cashiering, bagging orders. Pay is starting $17.25-$20.00

PT/FT Kitchen Prep/Dish position for Kitchen at a Cafe/Drive-thru

  • Spring Valley, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Spring Valley, CA
  • 1 hour ago

roasting meats, making beverage syrups, beverage sauces, beverage powders, food sauces, mixing powders, slicing meat, fruits and prepping vegetables, pre-prepping baked goods, etc......

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

  • Downey, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Downey, CA
  • 1 hour 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 (Full Time)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 hour ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 hour 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,...

Prep Cook

  • Chico, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chico, CA
  • 3 hours ago

The Prep Cook, who reports to the BOH Supervisor Team, operates grills, fryers, broilers, mixers, ovens, and other kitchen cooking equipment to prep food according to the recipe....

Prep Cook

  • Paso Robles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Paso Robles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

and procedures -Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure a smooth service period -Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills...

Dishwasher / Prep Cook / Line Cook

  • Imperial Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Imperial Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago

BIG KAHUNA'S HAWAIIAN RESTAURANT HAS AN OPENING FOR A DISHWASHER / PREP COOK. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE WASHING DISHES AND PANS, KEEPING KITCHEN CLEAN AND ORGANIZED. YOU WILL ALSO BE CLEANING AND...

Kitchen Helper

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 8 hours ago

FT BBQ AT 660 barber lane Milpitas Washing dishes, preparing food, cooking bbq cleaning wage$18/hr-20/hr working time Tuesday-Friday-Saturday -sunday 19:00-1:00am 1 How old are you 2 kitchen work...

Butcher Assistant and Meat Cutter- Olivier's Butchery

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago

We're looking for someone who: -Has hands-on experience with meat cutting and solid knife skills -Is eager to learn and grow with the team -Brings energy and thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment...

Pomona Pizza CO Prep Cook

  • Pomona, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Pomona, CA
  • 8 hours 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...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Oakland, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 11 hours 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....

Prep Cook

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Show more Last updated: 30+ days ago Prep Chef / Baker The Juicery Pease Tradeport, Portsmouth, NH Full-time +1 The Juicery Kitchen is seeking driven, dependable, and positive Team Members to join our...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in California 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
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 California
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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