Prep Chef Jobs in Villa Park, IL

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, Full-Time

  • Batavia, IL (18 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Batavia, IL (18 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY: Extensive working knowledge of a kitchen environment and food preparation....

Full or Part Time Prep-cook and Dishwasher Wanted

  • Skokie, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Skokie, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Looking to cover daytime shifts 9am-5pm. Must have reliable transportation and be able to work Saturdays and Sundays. Responsible for cleaning, bussing prep and dishwashing.

Prep Cook/Line Cook - Downtown Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Located in downtown Chicago's immersed Loop, The Marq offers a globally inspired menu including rotating seasonal items as well as a dynamic cocktail and wine program, providing guests with a...

Prep Cook/Food Preparer

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Prepare salads, sandwiches, smoothies, coffee, teas and other beverages. 3. Maintain inventory and placing orders to Vendors. Keep Kitchen clean and organized. Take trash out....

Meat Cutter

  • Tinley Park, IL (22 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (22 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Click here to see - A Day in The Life - Meat Cutter A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to...

Meat Cutter

  • Lombard, IL (2 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lombard, IL (2 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Evergreen Park, IL (17 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (17 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 22 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 50 pounds....

Concessions Prep Cook

  • Evanston, IL (18 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (18 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Levy Sector Position Title: CONCESSIONS PREP COOK @ NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Pay Range: $18.00 to $18.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and...

Prep Cook

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Prep Cook Responsibilities Perform many basic tasks of food preparation and organization in the kitchen. Effectively communicate with other team members of the kitchen staff....

New Store - Butcher - Full Time - Saint Charles, IL - Opening Early Summer 2025

  • Saint Charles, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 1 day 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 50 pounds....

Concessions Prep Cook

  • Evanston, IL (19 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (19 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Title: CONCESSIONS PREP COOK @ NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Pay Range : $18.00 to $18.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search...

Dough Prep Cook 2pm start time

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details For almost 30 years, One Off Hospitality has developed and operated some of Chicagos most beloved places to eat and drink. More importantly, were a...

Prep Chef and Lead Baker

  • La Grange, IL (9 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (9 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Review of all orders for the day and week Assistance in Daily Prep Lists Assist in overseeing production and quality control of food with kitchen team Prepare Menu Items Assist in documenting food...

Prep Cook - Marketplace Cafe - Michigan Avenue

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Villa Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago

items consistently and adhere to all recipe standards Maintain a safe working environment by using proper food handling skills and food safety guidelines Complete kitchen tasks such as line setup, food...

Demographic Data for Villa Park, IL

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Villa Park, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Villa Park, IL 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, IL
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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