Prep Chef Jobs in South Carolina

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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Experienced Butcher

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 5 hours 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 - Butcher

  • Conway, SC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Conway, SC
  • 5 hours 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 - Butcher

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 1 day 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- House of Blues Myrtle Beach

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • North Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: WHO ARE WE? Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media...

Full Time Journeyman Meat Cutter

  • Florence, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 3 days ago

This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food preparation skills, sales ability, customer relations skills, and cooperation with fellow associates to create An Incredible Place To Work and...

Meat Cutter

  • Greenville, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 4 days ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

We need Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $14/hr

  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago

We need Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $14/hr compensation: $14/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Columbia. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick up shifts...

Meat Cutter

  • Murrells Inlet, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Murrells Inlet, SC
  • 4 days ago

Meat Cutter (Murrells Inlet) Hoof, Line and Sinker 4886 US-17 BUS compensation: neg employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Meat cutter We are a new Butcher Shop/ Seafood Market seeking...

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Full-Time)

  • Summerville, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 4 days ago

Summerville Estates, the premier retirement community for active seniors in Summerville, is now hiring for a full-time Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher. About the Position: This vital member of our...

Prep Cook- House of Blues Myrtle Beach

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: WHO ARE WE? Live Nation Entertainment is the worlds leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media &...

Meat Cutter

  • Murrells Inlet, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Murrells Inlet, SC
  • 5 days ago

We are a new Butcher Shop/ Seafood Market seeking an experienced meat cutter. Flexable hours with a great view of the inlet. Seniors encouraged to apply....

Part Time Journeyman Meat Cutter

  • Charleston, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 5 days ago

This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food preparation skills, sales ability, customer relations skills, and cooperation with fellow associates to create An Incredible Place To Work and...

Were seeking Prep Cooks for a large dining event - $16/hr

  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago

un We're seeking Prep Cooks for a large dining event - $16/hr compensation: $16/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Columbia. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick...

Prep Cook

  • Charleston, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 6 days ago

Clean and efficient knife skills Passion for food and the ability to follow recipes and guidelines. Knowledge of food and kitchen safety standards....

Butcher

  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 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....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in South Carolina

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 South Carolina offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.2%
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 South Carolina
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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