Prep Chef Jobs in Cypress, 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

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

Ready to Cook Up Something Amazing? Apply now and becomepart of the Saigon Hustle family! Are you passionate about creating delicious food and workingin a fast-paced kitchen environment? Saigon...

Prep Cook

  • Katy, TX (9 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Katy, TX (9 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 18 hours 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...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Katy, TX (9 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Katy, TX (9 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 18 hours ago

Compensation Range $12.00 - $14.00 / 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...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Sugar Land, TX (23 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (23 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 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....

Kitchen Helper and Chef for Asian Restaurant

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Kitchen Helper and Chef for Asian Restaurant (Houston,Tx) Asian Restaurant Jones Rd compensation: 9$ to Up employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Kitchen Helper and Chef We are...

Butcher

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 2 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 5 0 pounds....

Houston 53 Market-Barker Cypress/290 - Meat Cutter - Full-Time

  • Cypress, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Cypress, TX
  • 2 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...

line cook/prep cook position Ale & Ivy Spring

  • Spring, TX (20 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring, TX (20 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago

I have immediate positions available for experienced full or part-time lead line cook/prep cook at our Spring location! Ale and Ivy are looking for responsible, hungry, outgoing, charismatic...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Sugar Land, TX (23 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (23 miles from Cypress, 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...

Prep Cook

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago

$15.95 / hour Open Availability Advancement Opportunities Free Parking Employee Meal Hiring Immediately Medical plan options for employees and their dependents Our restaurant portfolio at IAH...

Relief Kitchen Helper

  • Katy, TX (9 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Katy, TX (9 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities and Duties: You will assist in a number of critical tasks in preparation of meal service including food prep, stocking the salad bar, filling refreshment carafes, and setting tables...

Prep Cook

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 3 days ago

This person is responsible for the consistency and quality production of salads/appetizers/dressings, and the preparation of daily requisition for food area and daily rotation of cold foods....

Prep Cook, Sports Bar

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station....

Prep Cook Part-Time

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 5 days ago

This person is responsible for the consistency and quality production of salads/appetizers/dressings, and the preparation of daily requisition for food area and daily rotation of cold foods....

Senior Meat Cutter

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 8 days 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...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Cypress, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Cypress, 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 Cypress, 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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