Prep Chef Jobs in Novi, MI

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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IRONWOOD GRILL now hiring LINE COOKS, PREP, DISH, GARMO & PIZZA

  • Plymouth, MI (7 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MI (7 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 13 hours ago

Ironwood Grill is a leader in the upscale casual dining experience....

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Ypsilanti, MI (19 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ypsilanti, MI (19 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 1 day 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...

Butcher

  • Romulus, MI (20 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Romulus, MI (20 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 2 days ago

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic, energetic, and eager Butcher to join our growing team in Detroit! About DO & CO: We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every...

Kitchen Team / Prep Cook

  • Fenton, MI (23 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fenton, MI (23 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 3 days ago

We offer great restaurant culinary careers for line cooks (concinero / cocinera) who have back of house cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment...

Line cook/prep/kitchen/grill

  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (13 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (13 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Looking for morning help in kitchen/ grill from 6:30-3 Weekends is required. Its a fast paced environment. Must be dependable, Kitchen/ restaurant experience is required....

Joes Pizza Is Night Mgr, Pizza Makers, Prep Cooks, And Porters

  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Night Manager: Must have 2+ years experience managing a team in a high volume environment. Pizza experience not required but preferred. $22/hr. Pizza: Must have 2+ years experience working in...

Meat Cutter

  • Brighton, MI (13 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brighton, MI (13 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Position Summary: Cuts, trims and prepares raw meat for sale using saws, knifes, grinder, and tenderizer. For additional information about pay ranges, click here. We offer a comprehensive package...

Prep Cook

  • Livonia, MI (10 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (10 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Prep Cook in MI - Livonia - #17 (19200 Haggerty Rd) PREP COOK - URGENTLY HIRING!! J. Alexander's Restaurant is a contemporary American restaurant, known for its daily scratch-made wood-fired...

Prep Cook (Part Time)

  • Dearborn Heights, MI (18 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Dearborn Heights, MI (18 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 days ago

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

Prep Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Waterford, MI (13 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Waterford, MI (13 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 days ago

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

Prep Cook (Part Time)

  • Dearborn Heights, MI (15 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Dearborn Heights, MI (15 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 days ago

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

Grocery Butcher

  • Holly, MI (21 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Holly, MI (21 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 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,...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Auburn Hills, MI (16 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (16 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 14 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,...

Cook Prep

  • Dearborn, MI (20 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (20 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Job Summary: The Prep Cook is responsible for set-up, food preparation, organization, sanitation, and production of food and beverage items, as well as closing and storage for the individual workstation...

Prep Cook

  • Livonia, MI (10 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (10 miles from Novi, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Prep Cook This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience...

Demographic Data for Novi, MI

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Novi, MI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Novi, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
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 Novi, MI
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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