Prep Chef Jobs in Nichols Hills, OK

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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Prep Cook

  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 1 day 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...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 2 days ago

Easy prep for pizza, salads, and wings. Pay and Benefits: Chuck E. Cheese now offers access to earned wages with our NEW "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program....

Meat Cutter

  • Del City, OK (9 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 3 days ago
  • Del City, OK (9 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 3 days ago

At Golden Corral, we know that successful people are the foundation of our very successful family dining restaurant chain company. We are currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Edmond, OK (9 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 3 days ago
  • Edmond, OK (9 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 3 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...

Prep Cook - Cantina and Tacos - Riverwind Casino

  • Newcastle, OK (19 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newcastle, OK (19 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Job Location Cantina & Tacos - Riverwind Casino - Norman, OK Position Type Part Time Salary Range $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly Travel Percentage None Job Shift Evenings & Weekends Job...

Prep Cook - Cantina and Tacos - Riverwind Casino (39590)

  • Norman, OK (23 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norman, OK (23 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Cantina and Tacos - Norman, OK Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Evenings & Weekends Job Category:...

Food Prep

  • Edmond, OK (9 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 5 days ago
  • Edmond, OK (9 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 5 days ago

Food Prep We are not your everyday fast food franchisee. We care! We are a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Jimmy John's franchisee looking for a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Person in Charge to help make our freaky fresh...

Prep Cook

  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 10 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 10 days ago

. + Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations. + Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard...

Food Prep Person

  • Del City, OK (9 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 12 days ago
  • Del City, OK (9 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 12 days ago

At Golden Corral, we know that successful people are the foundation of our very successful family dining restaurant chain company. We are currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join...

FT Prep Cook/Server $16-$18/hr DOE Oklahoma City, OK

  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 23 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 23 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a Prep Server/Line Cook to join an amazing team in Oklahoma City, OK. This is a chance to use your passion for food without working late restaurant hours! SAGE...

Prep Cook

  • Midwest City, OK (10 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 24 days ago
  • Midwest City, OK (10 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 24 days ago

As a Prep Cook with our culinary team at Rose State College, you will be a fundamental piece of the dining experience through your creative, hands-on approach to preparing and serving a variety of...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 25 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 25 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 30+ days ago

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is SOON TO OPEN the Oklahoma City location Come to the Walk Up Hiring Event! Starts - May 27th, to June 21st Monday - Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM -...

Prep Cook

  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Open interviews conducted daily - Walk-ins are Welcome Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in everything we do, it starts with you! Our team members are the not-so-secret...

Prep Cook - FT

  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK (5 miles from Nichols Hills, OK)
  • 45+ days ago

skills and experience on hot and cold line Maintain proper food certifications specific to State Laws Energetic, accountable and team oriented Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Nichols Hills, OK

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Nichols Hills, OK 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
3.1%
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 Nichols Hills, OK
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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