Prep Chef Jobs in Cedar Creek, TX

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 for SUNDAYS & MONDAYS BUSY MEAL PREP KITCHEN!

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 1 day ago

un Prep cook for SUNDAYS & MONDAYS BUSY MEAL PREP KITCHEN! (Austin) compensation: Hourly employment type: job title: Prep cook per diem Hiring immediately, competitive hourly rate. Text ......

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $15.50 - $16.75 / 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

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 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

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 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....

Austin 30 Market - Meat Cutter - Full-Time

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 3 days ago

... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our meat team and you...

Senior Meat Cutter

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 4 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...

Private Weekly In-Home Meal Prep Cook $200/ session

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Private Weekly In-Home Meal Prep Cook - $200/ session (Austin, TX) Gateshead near Kinbrake Drive compensation: $200 / week Seeking a reliable, skilled home cook for weekly in-home meal prep in...

Meat Cutter Restaurant FT

  • Elgin, TX (16 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Elgin, TX (16 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 7 days ago

MEAT CUTTER ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Communicates clearly with customers/staff to ensure accuracy of bbq orders Utilizes safe and efficient knife skills to cut/package smoked meats to order...

Prep Cook/Tortilla Prep

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 8 days ago

QUE-SOheres what youll need: Current food safety certification Familiarity with kitchen equipment including fryer, char grill, flat top, stove, RoboCoups, immersion blender, dicers, mandolin, and scales...

Experienced Prep Cook AM Shift

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 13 days ago

sanitation standards (HACCP) Follow recipes and prep lists with consistency and precision Support other kitchen team members as needed Skills: Proven experience in a restaurant prep cook role Strong knife...

Prep Cook - I 35 N Chilis

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 13 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...

Meat Cutter Restaurant FT

  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Austin, TX (18 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 13 days ago

MEAT CUTTER ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Communicates clearly with customers/staff to ensure accuracy of bbq orders Utilizes safe and efficient knife skills to cut/package smoked meats to order...

Experienced kitchen helper needed in Austin ( May 30-June 1)

  • Del Valle, TX (7 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Del Valle, TX (7 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Experienced kitchen helper needed in Austin ( May 30-June 1) (Austin) image 1 of 1 compensation: 15$/hr Plates of Shade is a small, high-energy food tent serving up authentic West African dishes...

Prep Cook

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 24 days ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Cedar Creek, TX)
  • 24 days ago

Job Details Job Title Prep Cook Posted: 5/22/2025 Location TX, Austin 10910 Domain Dr Austin, TX 78758 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities! - Text APPLY...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Cedar Creek, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Cedar Creek, TX 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 Cedar Creek, TX
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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