Prep Chef Jobs in Mooresville, NC

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.

1-15 of 28 Jobs

Meat Cutter

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

$20/Hour, Benefits on Day 1! Monday-Friday 1st Shift! NOTE: This position will start in Charlotte NC and then move to Lexington NC in late Fall 2025 Trim and customize portions of meat products...

Meat Cutter

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 2 days 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...

Full Time Journeyman Meat Cutter

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 days ago

This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food preparation skills, sales ability, customer relations skills, and cooperation with fellow associates to create An Incredible Place To Work and...

Kitchen+Bar - Prep Cook

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Property Location: 8925 Red Oak Blvd. - Charlotte, North Carolina 28217 You belong at Drury Hotels. Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who...

Prep Cook

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to the Chef to ensure optimum services. Notify manager if a product does not meet specifications. Check and ensure the...

Prep Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 10 days ago

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

Meat Cutter

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 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 (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 10 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 13 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Raintree Country Club is excited to announce the career opportunity for a Prep Cook. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior...

Prep Cook

  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 14 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. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

Meat Cutter

  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 14 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. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

Prep Cook

  • Huntersville, NC (9 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (9 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 15 days ago

presentation looks beautiful Keep it clean!...

Prep Cook

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 15 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...

Senior Meat Cutter

  • Mooresville, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC
  • 15 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...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Mooresville, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Mooresville, NC 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 Mooresville, NC
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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