Prep Chef Jobs in Northvale, NJ

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 Cook

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Preparation Efficiency in Task Completion Ability to prioritize tasks Willingness to Learn Flexibility in Work Hours Read more Gallery The Lounge A hallway to our private screening rooms...

Prep Cook

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details STARR Restaurants is reimagining one of New Yorks most iconic Italian destinations Babbo just steps from Washington Square Park. We are seeking...

Food Preparer C ( Cook )-Future Opportunities-Mount Sinai Hospital-Part Time/Days/Weekends

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Performs above duties at all cooking stations on rotation basis, assists in cold food preparation. Makes recommendations to supervisor regarding status of Baker and Baker's Helper....

Hot Food Prep

  • Greenwich, CT (16 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Greenwich, CT (16 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

The ideal candidate will have: + Proven food service experience in hot food preparation + Previous work experience in a banquet facility or hotel setting is a must + A genuine enjoyment of being around...

Dishwasher / Prep Cook in Brooklyn

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Dishwasher / Prep Cook Company Description Farm to People is an online farmers market grocery delivery service specializing in sustainably-sourced, local, fresh produce and artisanally produced...

Sushi Kitchen Prep - Full time, set schedule, Growth opportunities

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Estamos buscando personas motivadas y que querian oportunidades de ascenso en una empresa que esta creciendo. Ofrecemos puesto de tiempo completo con 40 a 45 horas programadas por semana con pago...

Prep Cook

  • Bayside, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bayside, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

Prep Cook - Eataly Flatiron

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Washes, peels, slices and mixes vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses and other ingredients for salads, cold plates, side dishes, entrees, appetizers and garnishes Follows recipes and complies with portion...

Line Cooks/ Pastry Chef/ Prep Cooks/ Sushi Chefs/Dish washers

  • Roslyn, NY (21 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roslyn, NY (21 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Line Cooks/ Pastry Cooks/ Prep/ Sushi Chefs (Roslyn) craigslist - Map data OpenStreetMap compensation: competitive employment type: full-time job title: Line Cooks/ Pastry Chef/ Prep Cooks/ Sushi...

Cold Food Prep

  • Greenwich, CT (16 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwich, CT (16 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Associate will follow HACCP standards for food preparation and food storage....

Butcher Associate

  • Jersey City, NJ (20 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (20 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 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. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Butcher

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 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. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Newark, NJ (24 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (24 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

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

Cashier/Barista and Kitchen Helper

  • Bronx, NY (13 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (13 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for Cashier/ Barista and Kitchen Helper. We are A cookies shop in the bronx. Must Speak English and Spanish.

Experienced Butcher Wanted Thriving Kosher Supermarket (UWS)

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Northvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Here's the revised Craigslist job description for a Butcher in a kosher supermarket without the mention of employee discounts: Experienced Butcher Wanted Thriving Kosher Supermarket (Upper West Side...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Northvale, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Northvale, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.6%
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 Northvale, NJ
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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