Prep Chef Jobs in Friendswood, 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.

1-15 of 42 Jobs

Hiring Full Time Prep Cook

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring a full time prep cook for daytime shifts for Watershed Restaurant and Pub! We are an independent restaurant with a scratch kitchen serving German, American, and Continental food in...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, 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 50 pounds....

Meat Cutter

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Id : 582043, Title : Meat Cutter, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : High Volume - Retail, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...036, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-04-01T12:29:53...

Line Cook/Prep Cook/Dish Washer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Crossed trained on different stations from appetizers, grill and saute. WHAT TRAITS WE ARE LOOKING FOR: - Team player, we work together and assist one another for one common goal....

Host, Prep Cook The Cheesecake Factory

  • Friendswood, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Friendswood, TX
  • 3 days ago

HIRING IMMEDIATELY Host - earn between $11 - $14.25 per hour Prep Cook - earn between $13 - $20 per hour Applicants must be 18 years old or older. The Cheesecake Factory 1450 West Bay Area...

Prep Cook - Pearland Parkway Chili's

  • Pearland, TX (5 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (5 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 5 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...

Prep Cook - Missouri City Chilis

  • Sienna Plant, TX (20 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sienna Plant, TX (20 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 6 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...

Prep Cook - Missouri City Chili's

  • Missouri City, TX (20 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Missouri City, TX (20 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 7 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...

Prep Cook - Part Time

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 8 days ago

preparation preferred Able to work a station with supervision and assist in multiple stations as needed Culinary degree is a plus but not required Relevant hotel experience is preferred Ability to...

Kitchen Prep

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Provides support through preparation and proper presentation of all salad bar items, side dishes and desserts according to recipe in an efficient manner....

Need kitchen helper

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 19 days ago

Need kitchen helper Hightower cafe West loop 610 near Loop central compensation: Call to discuss employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Kitchen helper Cooking and cleaning...

Meat Cutter 1

  • Missouri City, TX (20 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Missouri City, TX (20 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 21 days ago

Meat Cutter 1 Store 047 Missouri City Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size, quantity, and...

Store 020 Houston Willowbrook- Meat Cutter 2

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 21 days ago

Store 020 Houston Willowbrook- Meat Cutter 2 Store 020 Houston Willowbrook Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment,...

Meat Cutter ELR

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 21 days ago

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Prep Cook

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 21 days ago

DoubleTree Hotel and Suites by the Galleria is looking for people that are passionate about delivering great service through food. If you have previous hotel or restaurant cook/prep cook...

Demographic Data for Friendswood, TX

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Friendswood, TX

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 Friendswood, TX 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 Friendswood, 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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