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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Food Preparation Worker

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 hours 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...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Anderson, MO
  • 14 hours ago
  • Anderson, MO
  • 14 hours 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...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Springfield, MO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 18 hours 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...

Meat Cutter Full Time

  • Springfield, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 1 day 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. BJ's Wholesale Club offers a...

Food Prep

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 1 day ago

Food Prep We are not your everyday fast food franchisee. We care! We are a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Jimmy John's franchisee looking for a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Person in Charge to help make our freaky fresh...

Prep Cook - Osage Beach Chili's

  • Osage Beach, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Osage Beach, MO
  • 3 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

(18yrs+ to apply) Journeyman Meat Cutter - Union

  • Union, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Union, MO
  • 3 days ago

This is not an official job description, but represents major responsibilities a new hire can expect to perform. You could expect the position of meat cutter to include the following: DUTIES:...

Meat Cutter

  • Columbia, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 4 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - 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...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Noel, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Noel, MO
  • 4 days 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...

Senior Meat Cutter

  • Springfield, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 4 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...

Prep Cook

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 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...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker Cast Member

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

Prep Cook

  • Richmond Heights, MO
  • 19 days ago
  • Richmond Heights, MO
  • 19 days ago

Job Details Job Title Prep Cook Posted: 5/22/2025 Location MO, St. Louis #2 The Boulevard Saint Louis Richmond Heights, MO 63117 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time & Full-Time...

Prep Cook

  • Bolivar, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Bolivar, MO
  • 20 days ago

Fresh Ideas Food Service Management is searching for a creative, eager to learn individual to fill a Prep Cook opportunity with their team at Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, MO. Our...

Prep Cook Daytime Hours

  • Columbia, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 20 days ago

You will be working in a fast-paced environment assisting in the preparation and service of hot and cold items, including sandwiches, salad, desserts, made-to-order, and other items....

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
33.3%
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 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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