Prep Chef Jobs in East Greenwich, RI

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

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 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

  • Attleboro, MA (22 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (22 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 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 - Buckhead Boston (R200355)

  • Warwick, RI (4 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (4 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Meat Cutter - Buckhead Boston (R200355) Job Employer Name: Buckhead BostonSpiderID: 14003850 Location: Warwick, Rhode IslandDate Posted: 5/29/2025 Wage:Category: Miscellaneous Job Code: R200355...

Line Cook / Prep Cook Lunch

  • Bristol, RI (10 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bristol, RI (10 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Foglia, an award-winning, plant-based restaurant located in the heart of downtown Bristol, RI seeks a part-time cook to join our kitchen team. We are looking for a cook to prep for our expanding...

Prep Cook - Providence Marriott Hotel

  • Providence, RI (14 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI (14 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 5 days ago

. • Certified in health and sanitary regulations • Commendable knife skills Skills: • hospitality skills, ability to multi task, language proficiency Physical Job Requirements: • (Bending, lifting,...

Evening Dishwasher/Prep Cook

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Ellie's, an award-winning restaurant group in the Providence theater district, is currently looking for passionate team members to join our team! If you have a passion for hospitality, food,...

School Cafeteria Prep Cook

  • Exeter, RI (10 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Exeter, RI (10 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Exeter - Exeter, RI Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : $21.17 - $21.17 Hourly Job Category : Education Description Are you tired of...

Butcher Associate

  • Attleboro, MA (22 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (22 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 17 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...

Prep Cook

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 18 days ago

skills and knowledge of food preparation Possess a valid food handler's card or ServSafe certification - our branch will help provide this training Able to work all areas of the kitchen Background...

Prep Cook

  • Cranston, RI (10 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (10 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 19 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...

Cook, Prep (Full Time)

  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 25 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...

Cook, Prep (Full Time)

  • North Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 26 days ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 26 days ago

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

Banquet Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Marginal Responsibilities : Requisition food from store room and butcher. Other duties as required....

Prep Cook

  • Warwick, RI (4 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (4 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 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 - MINOR, Dining Services

  • Bristol, RI (10 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bristol, RI (10 miles from East Greenwich, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Ability to work safely and efficiently with large volume culinary equipment including but not limited to grill, fryers, steamers tilt skillets, convention ovens....

Demographic Data for East Greenwich, RI

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in East Greenwich, RI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in East Greenwich, RI 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 East Greenwich, RI
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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