Prep Chef Jobs in Romulus, 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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Prep Chef

Your expertise in knife skills, grilling, frying, baking, and food preparation will be essential in creating our diverse locally sourced & plant-based scratch kitchen menus....

Prep cook / baker

Your expertise in knife skills, grilling, frying, baking, and food preparation will be essential in creating our diverse locally sourced & plant-based scratch kitchen menus....

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Madison Heights, MI (24 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Madison Heights, MI (24 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 18 hours ago

... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our meat team and you...

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

  • Plymouth, MI (14 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MI (14 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago

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

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Ypsilanti, MI (14 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ypsilanti, MI (14 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 2 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...

Press Dining Prep Cook, Little Caesars Arena

  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 2 days ago

The opportunity** Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Prep Cooks to join our team at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the...

Catering Prep Cook, Little Caesars Arena

  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 2 days ago

The opportunity** Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Prep Cooks to join our team at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the...

Butcher

  • Romulus, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Romulus, 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...

Catering Prep Cook

  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 4 days ago

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Press Dining Prep Cook

  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 4 days ago

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Suites Prep Cook

  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 4 days ago

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Line cook/prep/kitchen/grill

  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (23 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (23 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 5 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....

Prep Cook

  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 9 days ago

**What you'll be doing:** + Quality and portion control + Food preparation + Creative food presentation + Maintaining kitchen + Ensuring food is stored properly + Following safe food handling policies...

Meat Cutter

  • Madison Heights, MI (24 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Madison Heights, MI (24 miles from Romulus, 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

  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Preparation Work Ethic Maintaining cleanliness and organization Ability to follow instructions Grilling Creativity in Food Preparation Safety Standards Commitment to Excellence Adaptability to Changes...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Romulus, MI

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Romulus, 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 Romulus, 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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