Prep Chef Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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

  • Forestville, MD (13 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Forestville, MD (13 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 14 hours ago

Conveniently accessible by both metro and bus routes, we offer a dynamic environment where your culinary skills and passion for food preparation will shine....

Meat Cutter Butcher Full Time

  • Bowie, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bowie, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Sushi Roller/Line Cook/Prep position

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Sushi Roller/Line Cook/Prep for Japanese food stall (Foggy Bottom) Onkei en Western Market esta buscando un rodillo de sushi y un cocinero de linea/preparador a tiempo completo. Debe tener...

Experienced Meat Cutter

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Meat Cutter Butcher

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Kitchen Helper / Dishwasher / Ayudante de Cocina / Lavaplatos Honoo

  • Falls Church, VA (13 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (13 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Now Hiring Honoo Ramen Bar (Falls Church, VA) We are a newly opened Japanese restaurant located at 153 W Falls Station Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22043. We are currently hiring kitchen helpers and...

Prep Cook / Kitchen

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Prepare menu items according to HomeGrown's Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications (5%*). Clean and sanitize the work area before, during and after shift (5%*)....

Prep Cook

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Preparation Reliability and Punctuality Ability to Maintain Cleanliness and Organization Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity Read more Gallery...

Cook, Prep (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 7 days ago

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

Experienced Butcher

  • Bowie, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Kitchen Prep

  • Bowie, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Pay Range $14 - $18 per hour depending on geographic location and local market demand Early Close / No Late Nights Great Work / Life Balance Career Growth Excellent Benefits including 401(k) with...

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Columbia, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 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 Houlihan's Restaurant Herndon

  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 11 days ago

If you are fueled by your enthusiasm for food, we want you! We're looking for a Line Cook to join our amazing kitchen staff and help create delicious meals in a fun, fast-paced, high-energy...

Part Time Journeyman Meat Cutter

  • Darnestown, MD (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Darnestown, MD (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 days ago

This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food preparation skills, sales ability, customer relations skills, and cooperation with fellow associates to create An Incredible Place To Work and...

Prep Cook

  • Tysons, VA (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tysons, VA (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 15 days ago

Prep Cooks support the Restaurant by preparing food, adhering to recipes, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen. Prep Cooks will execute at high standards, following prep par levels and...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Silver Spring, MD 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 Silver Spring, MD
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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