Prep Chef Jobs in Eagle, ID

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.

1-14 of 14 Jobs

Prep Cook

  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 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...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $13.50 - $15.00 / 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...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 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....

Three different positions needed! Prep Cook/Dishwasher/Chef

  • Nampa, ID (15 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nampa, ID (15 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking to hire a few different positions for our catering company located in nampa Idaho! About Us: At Horsewood Catering, we believe food is loveand that philosophy extends to our entire...

Butcher Block Supervisor

  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 4 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a primary contact for Safeway customers, the Butcher Block Supervisor provides friendly, courteous, and helpful service....

Line Cook / Prep Cook

  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Prep Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a strong understanding of kitchen operations. As a Prep Cook, you...

Line Cook (Prep Cook)

  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 12 days ago
  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 12 days ago

GeographyId : ...974, GeographyNodeId : ...477, ExternalDescriptionStr : A Day in the Life:As a Prep Cook, you set the prepared food department's day up for success by slicing and dicing veggies, composing salads...

Line Cook (Prep Cook)

  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 14 days ago
  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 14 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Prep Cook, you set the prepared food departments day up for success by slicing and dicing veggies, composing salads and cold items, cutting & grinding meat and more....

Cook, Bartender and kitchen helper

  • Nampa, ID (15 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 17 days ago
  • Nampa, ID (15 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 17 days ago

un Cook, Bartender and kitchen helper image 1 of 1 compensation: Hourly plus tips H&M meats and catering is looking to hire cooks/kitchen help/bartenders for their downtown Nampa location. Willing...

Butcher Block Clerk

  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 25 days ago
  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 25 days ago

A Day in the Life: Our sales and store support teams, also known as clerks in the grocery world, play an important part in ensuring our stores are clean, organized, and shoppable so that our...

Prep Cook, Boise Airport

  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 25 days ago
  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 25 days ago

Friday Who we are Providing hospitality services at Boise Airport since 2014, Delaware North offers travelers an array of dining options - including local favorites Bardenay and 13th Street Pub & Grill...

Prep Cook

  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 26 days ago
  • Boise, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 26 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring a full-time Prep Cook to join our team at Boise Airport in Boise, Idaho. If you are ready to coordinate multiple orders on demand and be part of a...

Prep Cook

  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 60+ days ago

presentation looks beautiful Keep it clean!...

Prep Cook

  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Eagle, ID)
  • 90+ days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below. Our Winning Family Starts With You! Check out these great benefits! Flexible schedules to help...

Demographic Data for Eagle, ID

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Eagle, ID

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 Eagle, ID 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 Eagle, ID
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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