Prep Chef Jobs in New Jersey

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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Butcher

  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 3 hours 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...

Restaurant Prep Cook

  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

This position plays a vital role in our Professional kitchen, ensuring that food preparation and service are conducted efficiently and safely....

Prep Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

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

Meat Cutter

  • Montvale, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Montvale, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Line Cook / Prep Cook Needed

  • Kinnelon, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Kinnelon, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Looking for line / prep cook for cafe restaurant in Kinnelon. Part time to full Time available. Urgently hiring.

Food Prep (Nursing Home)

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Assist cooks in preparing meals, including chopping vegetables, preparing salads, desserts, and other side items Portion and plate meals according to resident diet orders and facility...

Butcher (Nicholas Markets The Fresh Grocer)

  • Haledon, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Haledon, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Please submit your resume for consideration. Job Summary: To deliver a great customer experience while working in the Meat Department; to maintain a visually appealing department and to perform...

Prep Cook

  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Our founding belief at Bonefish Grill is that, if we take care of our people, Bonefish will take care of itself....

Prep Cook - Heirloom Kitchen

  • Old Bridge, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities: Food Preparation: Execute daily prep lists, ensuring that ingredients are prepared according to Judys standards....

Experienced Meat Cutter (Butcher)

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Trains and mentors other Butchers and Apprentice Butchers including performing the duties of the Designated Instructor....

Kitchen Helper Job Offering

  • Edison, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Requirements: work 4 days a week Experience with using griddle Needs to speak a little bit of English Know how to use kitchen knives for cutting Help with cleaning/dishes If interested please...

Dishwasher / Prep Cook - PM & AM Shifts

  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Dough is now hiring for Dishwasher / Prep Cook Do you love a fun, fast-paced environment where you build an excellent customer's experience? We want you to join us at Dough! Come be a part our...

Dishwasher/Food Prep Position Newark Airport

  • Newark, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 5 days ago

DISHWASHER/FOOD PREP POSITION***** employment type: part-time Garden State Diner is looking to fill the Dishwasher/Food Prep Position. Dishwasher responsibilities include collecting used dishes,...

Butcher Associate

  • Ocean, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Ocean, NJ
  • 6 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

  • Paramus, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 7 days ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in New Jersey 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
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 New Jersey
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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