Prep Chef Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Apprentice Meat Cutter

  • Butler, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Butler, PA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled...

Meat Cutter

  • Renfrew, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Renfrew, PA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutters ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest...

Apprentice Meat Cutter

  • Murrysville, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Murrysville, PA
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled...

Meat Cutter

  • Westmoreland City, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Westmoreland City, PA
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutters ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest...

Butcher Apprentice

  • Export, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Export, PA
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled...

Butcher

  • Sarver, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sarver, PA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Team Leader manages the entire Meat Team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. Leaders are accountable for the operating performance of the department at all times....

Butcher Apprentice

  • Braddock, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Braddock, PA
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled...

Experienced Meat Cutter

  • Springfield, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, PA
  • 3 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...

Meat Cutter Full Time

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 4 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...

Meat Cutter

  • New Albany, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • New Albany, PA
  • 6 hours ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Prep Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago

un Prep Cook (Northeast Philadelphia) Cottage Green image 1 of 2 9001 Ashton Road near Maxwell Street compensation: Depending on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title:...

Prep Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant is hiring PREP COOKS! We're looking for someone who: Brings a smile to work and desires to be a part of a positive and fun environment. Has the ability to execute...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Compensation Range $12.00 - $17.75 / 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

  • PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • PA
  • 11 hours 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

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day 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....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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