Prep Chef Jobs in East Weymouth, 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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Meat Cutter

  • Dorchester, MA (10 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Dorchester, MA (10 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 14 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...

Prep Cook

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 23 hours ago

Location: Charlestown by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Prep Cook if you're passionate about food and teamwork, with culinary experience. You'll contribute to our Signature Dining...

Prep Cook - Woburn

  • Woburn, MA (22 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (22 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 23 hours ago

Prep Cook - Woburn Sally's Apizza Woburn, MA, US 1 day ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description FIND YOUR FIRE! Sally's Apizza, renowned for its New Haven Style Apizza since 1938, is...

Prep Cooks Dishwashers, Line Cooks

  • Dedham, MA (12 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dedham, MA (12 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 1 day ago

un Prep Cooks Dishwashers, Line Cooks (dedham) Zocca 585 high st near washington st compensation: DOE employment type: experience level: mid level job title: cooks dishwashers, prep cooks,...

Prep Cook

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 2 days ago

$20.00 / hour Part Time Schedule (3 days per week) Comprehensive Benefits Free Employee Parking SSP America operates multiple restaurants in the Boston Logan Airport. At SSP America, our Prep...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Belmont, MA (17 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Belmont, MA (17 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Prep Cook - Dandelion

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Ideal candidates will demonstrate efficiency in food preparation, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive approach to maintaining a safe and clean work environment....

Line Cook, Fry Cook, Prep

  • Hull, MA (5 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hull, MA (5 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Need someone that can run the grill and call out orders. Simple menu with sandwiches & fried foods (no saute). Full and Part Time available....

Meat Cutter

  • Westwood, MA (13 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westwood, MA (13 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Overview To process and stock a variety of quality meat and meat-related items in a careful, clean, neat and expedient manner; ensuring that product is fresh and appealingly displayed for our...

AM Barista/Cashier/Simple Food Prep

  • Westwood, MA (13 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Westwood, MA (13 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Server to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude...

Sushi Prep Cook

  • Medford, MA (17 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Medford, MA (17 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Location: 3850 Mystic Valley Parkway Medford, MA 02155 Availability Requirement for this role: Applying to this requisition allows you to be considered for multiple opportunities. Please provide...

Food Preparer

  • East Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • East Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Essential Functions: Follows recipes and/or product directions for proper food preparation Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or cart Prepares appropriate equipment...

Meat Cutter

  • Newton, MA (15 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Newton, MA (15 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Food Preparer

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Essential Functions: Follows recipes and/or product directions for proper food preparation Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or cart Prepares appropriate equipment...

Prep Cook Wanted (SURA Korean BBQ Boston)

  • Medford, MA (16 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Medford, MA (16 miles from East Weymouth, MA)
  • 12 days ago

. * Responsible for maintaining properly sharpened knives and tools and exhibits at least average knife skills in speed and accuracy to maintain a professional line cook's workload. * Maintains a clear...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in East Weymouth, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in East Weymouth, MA 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 East Weymouth, 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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