Prep Chef Jobs in Andover, MA

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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Experienced Butcher

  • Seabrook, NH (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seabrook, NH (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 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...

Prep Cook

  • Burlington, MA (10 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Burlington, MA (10 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Ensures high-quality ingredients and standard food preparation. Achieves a ticket time goal of 6 minutes or less....

Prep Cook

  • Chestnut Hill, MA (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Work in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, guest-centric environment to provide guests...

Prep Cook

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Prep Cook Number of openings: 1 Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits, extensive training and development, and flexible schedules Salary range: Varies Employment status: Varies For this...

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Full-Time)

  • Tewksbury, MA (4 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (4 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

Light food preparation tasks as needed....

Prep Cook

  • Lynnfield, MA (10 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lynnfield, MA (10 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Our Prep Cooks make all the magic possible. They put their heart into ensuring the kitchen and...

Prep Cook

  • Everett, MA (17 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Everett, MA (17 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is...

Prep Cook

  • Burlington, MA (10 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (10 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 2 days 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

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range $15.00 - $20.75 / 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...

Line/Prep Cooks, Dishwashers- $250 Hire Bonus Atlantic Fish

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Line/Prep Cooks, Dishwashers- $250 Hire Bonus* Atlantic Fish (Boylston Street) Atlantic Fish compensation: Competitive Wages and Benefits employment type: job title: Line/Prep Cooks and...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Lowell, MA (6 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (6 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 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....

Kitchen- Prep Clerk

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Prepare food and display product in the department in a careful, clean, neat, and expedient manner while ensuring that all product is fresh, rotated, and well-stocked for our customers...

Food Prep Helper

  • Nashua, NH (16 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (16 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago

and/or cold foods using a variety of kitchen utensils/equipment Clean and sanitize work stations and production equipment May have basic cooking responsibilities, i.e., cook vegetables, chicken for salads...

Butcher - Part Time

  • Newton, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newton, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 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....

Butcher

  • Maynard, MA (21 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Maynard, MA (21 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Performs duties relating to the cutting, preparation, display, and selling of meat products. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous,...

Demographic Data for Andover, MA

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Andover, MA

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 Andover, MA 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 Andover, MA
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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