Prep Chef Jobs in Gulf Breeze, FL

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.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Prep Cook

  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 4 hours ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Prep Cook - Pace Chili's

  • Pace, FL (21 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pace, FL (21 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 3 days 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...

Line cook / Prep

  • Cantonment, FL (21 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cantonment, FL (21 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 4 days ago

based on applicable state & local requirements Available to work weekend and holiday shifts Ability to read tickets, recipes, prep sheets, and spec charts in English Able to competently operate the grill...

Meat Cutter

  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 11 days ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Meat Cutter FT

  • Cantonment, FL (21 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Cantonment, FL (21 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be...

Prep Cook - 9 Mile Road Chilis

  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 30+ days 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

  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Work and Perks POSITION SUMMARY The Prep Cook is responsible for assisting with food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supporting the kitchen team with various cooking tasks....

Meat Cutter Floater FT

  • Pace, FL (21 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pace, FL (21 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be...

Food Prep Person

  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

At Golden Corral, we know that successful people are the foundation of our very successful family dining restaurant chain company. We are currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join...

Line Prep/Cook

  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in the preparation of cut vegetables, baked goods, and cold sauces Able to follow recipes and perform basic math to calculate production demands Follow approved...

Prep Cook

  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 60+ 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...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pensacola, FL (8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Gulf Breeze, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Gulf Breeze, FL 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 Gulf Breeze, FL
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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