Prep Chef Jobs in Reno, NV

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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Assistant Lead Butcher - Silver Legacy (Reno)

  • Reno, NV
  • 18 hours ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 18 hours ago

presentation specifications, recipe specifications, Portion control and food quality guidelines Identify all food products in Butcher Shop Exemplify our core values, family style service, our mission...

Line Cook/Prep Cook

  • Reno, NV
  • 20 hours ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 20 hours ago

The position will be responsible for learning our grill, pantry, and expo positions as well as be responsible for dishes, catering and daily closing duties....

Food Prep Helper

  • Reno, NV
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 1 day 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...

AM Weekend Prep Cook

  • Truckee, CA (24 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Truckee, CA (24 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 4 days ago

un AM Weekend Prep Cook (Truckee) Zano's 11401 Donner Pass Rd compensation: 16.5 - 23 employment type: job title: Prep Cook Zano's is looking for a weekend, Thursday - Sunday AM prep cook. Job...

AM Weekend Prep Cook

  • Truckee, CA (24 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 6 days ago
  • Truckee, CA (24 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 6 days ago

Zano's is looking for a weekend, Thursday - Sunday AM prep cook. Job would include completing the prep list, helping to support kitchen staff. Hours are semi flexible but has to be morning to...

Meat Cutter

  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 10 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

  • Reno, NV
  • 16 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 16 days ago

Responsibilities Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals. Provide a high level of customer service. Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef to keep residents satisfied...

Cooks Helper (EFS)

  • Reno, NV
  • 19 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 19 days ago

The Cooks Helper (EFS) is responsible for producing the daily production for the Employee Food Service (EFS). Duties: Prepares high quality and consistent food products for the Employee Food...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Reno, NV
  • 25 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 25 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 (Full Time)

  • Reno, NV
  • 28 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 28 days ago

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

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Reno, NV (11 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 28 days ago
  • Reno, NV (11 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 28 days ago

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

Prep Cook- Toucan Charlies Gourmet Buffet

  • Reno, NV
  • 29 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 29 days ago

Overview Come join Team Atlantis! The prep cook is responsible for meal prep duties including the preparation of ingredients, side dishes and sauces for each restaurant shift. The ideal candidate...

Prep Cook- Toucan Charlie's Gourmet Buffet

  • Reno, NV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Come join Team Atlantis! The prep cook is responsible for meal prep duties including the preparation of ingredients, side dishes and sauces for each restaurant shift. The ideal candidate...

Meat Cutter (Journeyman) - 195 W. Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89509

  • Reno, NV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 30+ days ago

ABOUT US We are California's largest regional, full-service grocery chain, founded over 70 years ago in Modesto, California, where our headquarters are still located today. With 194 stores across...

Prep Cook

  • Reno, NV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 45+ days ago

Your Background: Great technique: you have strong knife skills Kitchen savvy: you know your weights, measurements and volumes Attention to detail: you follow all steps and techniques to ensure consistency...

Demographic Data for Reno, NV

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Reno, NV

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Reno, NV 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 Reno, NV
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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