Prep Chef Jobs in Mount Pleasant, SC

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.

1-15 of 15 Jobs

Senior Meat Cutter

  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 20 hours ago

Position Summary... As a Senior Meat Cutter you will drive sales in your area to deliver to our members more of what they love, for less. You will work collaboratively with other associates to...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 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....

Prep Cook (Full & Part Time)

  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 2 days ago

+ Requirement: Previous grill cook and fryer experience preferred. + Pay Rate: $17.75 per hour. We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Ssenior Meat Cutter

  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 2 days ago

... As a Senior Meat Cutter you will drive sales in your area to deliver to our members more of what they love, for less. You will work collaboratively with other associates to ensure the total...

Prep Cook (Full & Part Time)

  • Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 4 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 10 days ago

Position is to prep salad bar and serve customers making their salads to order....

Prep Cook

  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 18 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 18 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...

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 24 days 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

  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 25 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description At bartaco, food is our passion. But people are our purpose. We invest in our team because our people are at the heart of what we do. We're...

Prep Cook

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 26 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 26 days ago

Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saute burners, convection oven flat top range, refrigeration equipment, and adhere...

Grocery Butcher

  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 30+ days 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....

Kitchen+Bar - Prep Cook

  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Property Location: 2934 West Montague Ave - North Charleston, South Carolina 29418 You belong at Drury Hotels. Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly...

Prep Cook

  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Our Prep Cooks put their heart into ensuring that the highest standards of food quality and...

AM Prep Cook

  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Voted Best Seafood Restaurant year after year, Hank's Seafood Restaurant provides great food and a charming ambiance that can only equal an extraordinary experience! Hank's Seafood Restaurant is...

Prep Cook - North Charleston-Hielan

  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Demographic Data for Mount Pleasant, SC

Moving to Mount Pleasant, SC? Find some basic demographic data about Mount Pleasant, SC below.


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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Mount Pleasant, SC

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 Mount Pleasant, SC 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 Mount Pleasant, SC
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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