Prep Chef Jobs in North Providence, 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

  • East Walpole, MA (23 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • East Walpole, MA (23 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 7 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...

Prep Cook

  • Walpole, MA (22 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walpole, MA (22 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day 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...

Prep Cook

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from North Providence, 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 (9 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (9 miles from North Providence, 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 (10 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (10 miles from North Providence, 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...

Meat Cutter Apprentice

  • Medway, MA (20 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Medway, MA (20 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to carve out time to engage our customers in friendly...

Meat Cutter Apprentice

  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to carve out time to engage our customers in friendly...

Meat Cutter

  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to carve out time to engage our customers in friendly...

Line Cook / Prep Cook Lunch

  • Bristol, RI (14 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bristol, RI (14 miles from North Providence, 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, 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 (2 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 6 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 (23 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Exeter, RI (23 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 10 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 (9 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (9 miles from North Providence, 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 (2 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from North Providence, 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 - Now Hiring

  • Foxborough, MA (17 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (17 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 21 days ago

At Bar Louie, we live to SERVE our Guests, our People and our Community. We do this by GROWING our PEOPLE (That's YOU), our Fans & our Company. While we are fiercely committed to a foundation of...

Demographic Data for North Providence, RI

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in North Providence, RI

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 North Providence, 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 North Providence, 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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