Prep Chef Jobs in Raritan, 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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Tavern519

Line Cook / Prep Cook

  • Tavern519
  • Frenchtown, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tavern519
  • Frenchtown, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Food Preparation and Quality: Prepare and cook food according to recipes and standards Ensure food quality, freshness, and presentation Monitor and maintain kitchen inventor Assist...

Cook/prep

  • Linden, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Linden, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Cook/prep (Linden) Pasquale's Pizza IV 691 W Edgar Road compensation: To be discussed on interview employment type: job title: Cook/prep Looking for a cool/ prep. Come in or call and leave your...

Meat Cutter

  • Whippany, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days 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...

Dishwasher/Kitchen Helper wanted

  • Florham Park, NJ (18 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (18 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Asian restaurant is looking for a dish washer. Clean dish, mop floor, clean hood, like to learn some basic tempura (deep fried) skills. Living nearby is preferred. Wage is based on experience and...

Butcher - Part Time

  • Parsippany, NJ (23 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (23 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 5 0 pounds....

Prep Cook

  • Robbinsville, NJ (24 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Robbinsville, NJ (24 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 3 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...

Prep Cook

  • New Providence, NJ (15 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Providence, NJ (15 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Location: Lantern Hill by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Prep Cook if you're passionate about food and teamwork, with culinary experience. You will contribute to our Signature Dining...

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Bound Brook, NJ (5 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bound Brook, NJ (5 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 8 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,...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Bound Brook, NJ (5 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bound Brook, NJ (5 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 50 pounds....

Prep Cook

  • Short Hills, NJ (19 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (19 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Are you ready for the best job ever? Since Ruth's Chris was founded in 1965, the most important...

Experienced Meat Cutter

  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 15 days 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...

Meat cutter Full Time

  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 15 days 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

  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 17 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...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Millburn, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Millburn, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Compensation Range $15.49 - $18.25 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Prep Cook

  • West Orange, NJ (24 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ (24 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Raritan, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Raritan, 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 Raritan, 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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