Prep Chef Jobs in Indiana

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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Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 11 hours ago

Compensation Range $14.50 - $17.25 / 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

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 1 day 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....

Culinary Aide

  • Huntington, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington, IN
  • 1 day ago

Become a Culinary Aide with Hickory Creek at Huntington today! Now Hiring Part-Time Culinary Aides for Evening Shift! Join the ASC Team as a culinary aide where you will contribute to ensuring our...

Cook/ Prep Cook/ Sous Chef

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

and county regulations including sanitation, food storage, recordkeeping, food temperatures, portion sizes, chemical usage/storage Operates kitchen equipment safely and efficiently: steamer, oven, grill...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago

... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our meat team and you...

Grocery Butcher

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days 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....

Meat Cutter

  • New Albany, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • New Albany, IN
  • 2 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Part-Time)

  • Fishers, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 2 days ago

Northridge, the premier independent living community for active seniors in Fishers, is now hiring for a part-time Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher. Weekend and evening availability is a must! The Kitchen...

Prep Cook

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

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

Line Cook / Prep Cook

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

Our on-premise butcher shop allows our team to hand carve and grind (daily) to ensure the peak freshness and premium flavor of our beef and bison....

Del Friscos Double Eagle Steakhouse Prep Cook

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse || Prep Cook (Indianapolis) image 1 of 1 14 West Maryland Street compensation: Competitive Pay & Benefits employment type: job title: Prep Cook Join a Winning...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Clarksville, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Clarksville, IN
  • 3 days ago

... As a Senior Meat Cutter you will drive sales in your area to deliver to our members more of what they love, for less. You will work collaboratively with other associates to ensure the total...

Kitchen Helper

  • Muncie, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 5 days ago

Kitchen Helper PeopleReady of Muncie, IN is now hiring Kitchen Helpers! Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from: Next-day pay for many...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days 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....

Prep Cook

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 6 days ago

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

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Indiana

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 Indiana 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 Indiana
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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