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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skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Salary and Benefits: Salary range: $46,000 - $54,000 per year Company Information: Catering by Austen specializes in on-site catering and BBQ...

Bourbon Steak - Prep Cook

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

Additional Information Pay: $30.54/hour Job Number 25139348 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square, 335 Powell St, San Francisco,...

Prep Cook

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities include: Work independently performing moderately difficult tasks in preparing small quantities of quickly prepared food such as steaks, chops, cutlets, hamburgers, eggs, salads, and...

Prep Cook

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Responsible for all mis-en-place, requiring knife skills and technique. Consistent excellence in work product. Setting up and breaking down a station....

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Location: Mills College Admin We are hiring immediately for a full time PREP COOK position. Address : Mills College Admin - 5000 MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94613. Note: online applications...

Prep Cook - Bakersfield Chilis

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 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...

Prep Cook/Cook Part-Time

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities: Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, saute station, salad-bar and on the service line; Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Glendale, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 8 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

  • San Rafael, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Rafael, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Kitchen Prep

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Provides support through preparation and proper presentation of all salad bar items, side dishes and desserts according to recipe in an efficient manner....

Part Time Culinary Aide (Multiple Shifts Available)

  • Brea, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Brea, CA
  • 11 hours ago

This role does not require a valid driver's license or personal vehicle unless specified in additional job requirements What you'll be doing: Assist with food preparation, washing dishes and overall...

Prep Cook, (Full-Time) Paradies Lagardere - Palm Springs International Airport

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Food preparation at 100% recipe adherence. Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, portioning, and serving food items....

Prep Cook - Bakersfield Chili's

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 12 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...

Meat Cutter

  • Pleasant Hill, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Line cook and prep

  • Salinas, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Salinas, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Part time line cook and prep 2-3 dinner shifts closed Sunday, please call And ask for Anna or Carmine, ... after 3:00 and come in to fill an application or drop off a resume Monday-Thursday after...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in California

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 California offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
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 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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