Prep Chef Jobs in Missouri

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

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 15 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 15 hours ago

Text GCTeams to ... to APPLY NOW! Our franchise organization, Great Western Restaurants, Inc. dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Meat...

Prep Cook

  • Town and Country, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Town and Country, MO
  • 3 days ago

be at least 18 years of age Previous prep or line cook experience preferred An individual who thrives in a team-based environment Basic knowledge of professional cooking and experience with basic knife...

Prep Cook

  • MO
  • 4 days ago
  • MO
  • 4 days ago

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

Line / Prep Cook

  • Joplin, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 5 days ago

It takes more than high-quality ingredients and a flame grill to bring out that warm hospitality that Logan's is known for. It takes the right kind of person....

Prep Cook

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 days ago

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

PR 1460139/Prep Cook

  • Creve Coeur, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Creve Coeur, MO
  • 7 days ago

skills and knowledge of food preparation Possess a valid food handler's card or ServSafe certification - our branch will help provide this training Able to work all areas of the kitchen Background...

Prep Cook - Enterprise Center

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago

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

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago

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

Prep Cook - T-Mobile Center Kansas City

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Saint Albans, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Albans, MO
  • 9 days ago

skills and knowledge of food preparation Possess a valid food handler's card or ServSafe certification - our branch will help provide this training Able to work all areas of the kitchen Background...

Substitute Kitchen Helper

  • Rosendale, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Rosendale, MO
  • 10 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Missouri $27k - $32k Per Year Substitute Kitchen Helper Lunchtime Solutions, Inc Occupation: Food Preparation Workers Location: Rosendale, MO - 64483 Positions...

Butcher

  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 11 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,...

Prep Cook

  • Saint Peters, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Peters, MO
  • 14 days ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Cold Prep Cook

  • Clinton, MO
  • 15 days ago
  • Clinton, MO
  • 15 days ago

and Cafe) is responsible for preparation of cold production of items needed for room service meals served to patients and preparation of hot and cold items needed for café including set up of café salad...

We're looking for Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $16/hr compensation: $16/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Atchison. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick up...

Demographic Data for Missouri

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Missouri

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 Missouri offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.2%
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 Missouri
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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