Prep Chef Jobs in Louisiana

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

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 days ago

Our founding belief at Bonefish Grill is that, if we take care of our people, Bonefish will take care of itself....

Meat Cutter

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 6 days ago

If you're someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real...

Meat Cutter

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 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...

Line Cook 3 (Prep Cook) - J-i

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago

Maintain safe food handling procedures at all times Qualifications 12 years of high-volume, fine dining kitchen experience (preferred) Solid knife skills and ability to work saute, grill, and garde...

Fish Butcher - Peche Seafood Grill

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago

Currently that includes Herbsaint, Cochon, Cochon Butcher, Peche Seafood Grill, Gianna, La Boulangerie and Calcasieu Private Dining....

Prep Cook

  • Slidell, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 10 days ago

PREP COOK Slidell, LA This is a modal window. The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported. Description *Now Hiring Prep Cooks*...

Kitchen Prep

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 11 days ago

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

Meat Cutter

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 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...

Food Prep Person

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 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...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Metairie, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 12 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....

Kitchen Helper - Camp Bon Coeur - Seasonal (5/23 - 6/6)

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 19 days ago

preparation tasks with knowledge of special diets and their restrictions in a timely manner....

Dishwasher/Food preparer

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 20 days ago

vital part of the team They are the responsible for cleaning all the dishware designated for our products 90 of this role is maintaining the dish efficiency in the kitchen and 10 is assisting with food...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 29 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...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Raceland, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raceland, LA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Metairie, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Louisiana

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 Louisiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.2%
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 Louisiana
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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