Prep Chef Jobs in Williamsville, NY

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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Sushi Prep Cook

  • Niagara Falls, NY (14 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (14 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Location: 1577 Military Road Niagara Falls, NY 14304 Availability Requirement for this role: Afternoon, Evening (including weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Time Type: Part...

Banquet Servers/ Prep Cooks

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Just In Time Staffing is looking for Banquet Servers and Cooks. Various shifts, previous experience is a must. Call ...

Searching for Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $17/hr

  • Getzville, NY (3 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Getzville, NY (3 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Searching for Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Getzville. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick up...

Meat - Meat Cutter

  • West Seneca, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 21 days ago

MEAT - MEAT CUTTER POSITION OVERVIEW An employee in this position is responsible for cutting all cuts of fresh meat, packaging, displaying, pricing, and merchandising any and all meat products and...

Halal Meat Butcher

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Halal Meat Butcher. Performs Islamic Slaughtering & Butchering Tasks: Goat, Cow and other Edibles, Cut, Trim Meat for Packing Establishments & Customers. 2 Years experience. $44,741.00/ year....

Prep Cook

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 25 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...

Meat Cutter

  • Tonawanda, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Prep Cook, Buffalo Airport

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring full-time Prep Cooks to join our team at Buffalo Airport in Buffalo, New York. If you are ready to...

Prep Cook

  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in over 70 countries spanning 265 locations that include owned/licensed or managed Rock Shops,...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 45+ 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...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Compensation Range $16.25 - $19.00 / 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 - Darien Lake Amphitheater Darien Center, NY

  • Darien Center, NY (18 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Darien Center, NY (18 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

preparation. • Prepare food items by complying with portion size, quality standards, departmental rules, policies and procedures. • Ensures that proper food temperatures are maintained. • Responsible...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 45+ 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...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Williamsville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Compensation Range $16.25 - $19.00 / 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

  • Amherst, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Amherst, NY
  • 60+ days ago

$15 per hour - $19 per hour Our Winning Family Starts With You! Check out these great benefits! Flexible schedules to help you balance other life commitments (school, childcare, family care, etc.)...

Demographic Data for Williamsville, NY

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Williamsville, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Williamsville, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.2%
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 Williamsville, NY
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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