Prep Chef Jobs in Ohio

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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Meat Cutter

  • Ravenna, OH
  • 25 days ago
  • Ravenna, OH
  • 25 days ago

Job Summary Our Seafood Team Leader manages the entire Seafood team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. You'll be the one who Team Members and guests look to for guidance on the...

Line & Prep Cook

  • Massillon, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Massillon, OH
  • 2 hours ago

Line & Prep Cook (Massillon OH) Meldrum's Diner image 1 of 1 2144 Wales Road NW compensation: Dependent on experience level employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook...

Culinary Aide - Full-Time AM

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 4 hours ago

Support cooks and dietary aides in food preparation tasks as needed. Ensure proper food handling and safety procedures are followed at all times....

Meat Cutter

  • West Chester, OH
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Chester, OH
  • 6 hours 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...

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Mason, OH
  • 20 hours ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 20 hours 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....

Cooks Helper

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago

A Brief OverviewAs a Cook in a hospital setting, this position is responsible for both cold and hot food preparation....

Culinary Aide

  • Niles, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Niles, OH
  • 1 day ago

Support cooks and dietary aides in food preparation tasks as needed. Ensure proper food handling and safety procedures are followed at all times....

Prep Cook (Seasonal)

  • Bowling Green, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Bowling Green, OH
  • 1 day ago

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

Deli/Cold Prep Cook

  • Gahanna, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Gahanna, OH
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare meats and assemble deli items and specialty protein salads. Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked deli bar....

Butcher - Full Time

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day 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

  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago

Basic knife skills and familiarity with cooking techniques are preferred. Must comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies....

Part-Time Prep Cook-Cap City Grandview

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

Measure and mixes ingredients to make salad dressings, sauces, salads, and hot and cold food items following recipes....

Prep Cook

  • Dublin, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Dublin, OH
  • 2 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Rocky River, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Rocky River, OH
  • 2 days ago

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

Prep Cook (Seasonal)

  • Bowling Green, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Bowling Green, OH
  • 2 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Ohio

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Ohio

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Ohio offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
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 Ohio
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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