Prep Chef Jobs in Grapevine, 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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Central Market Preston Royal Meat Cutter - Full-Time

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • moments ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • moments ago

. - Ability to work overnight and flexible schedules (days, evenings, weekends, and holidays) - Ability to inform customers about ingredients - Values diversity - 1 year experience in food preparation...

Food Prep

  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Food Prep We are not your everyday fast food franchisee. We care! We are a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Jimmy John's franchisee looking for a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Person in Charge to help make our freaky fresh...

Prep Cook

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago

The Sicilian Butcher is a chef-driven neighborhood restaurant developed by celebrity chef Joey Maggiore....

Line/Prep Cook

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago

A new takeout and delivery restaurant is looking for a line/Prep cook. The right candidate should have: Experience in Cooking/Prepping Ability to work independently Ability to follow recipes and...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Richardson, TX (19 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (19 miles from Grapevine, 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....

Line Cook/Prep Cook

  • Grand Prairie, TX (11 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (11 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Whether you're dicing, slicing, breading, chopping, mixing or grilling, you're the one who's putting it on the plate....

Prep Cook

  • Arlington, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 5 days ago

76018 3 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Prep Cooks Responsibilities Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering...

Kitchen+Bar - Prep Cook

  • Arlington, TX (12 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (12 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Starting pay $17.50 and up!! (depending on experience) Property Location: 101 West Road to Six Flags - Arlington, Texas 76011 You belong at Drury Hotels. Getting a job is just the beginning....

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 9 days ago

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

Food Prep - Weekly Pay - Dallas, TX

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Food Prep - Weekly Pay - Dallas, TX Dallas, TX Description: SAGE Dining Servicesis seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Food Prep & Service Team Member to help fuel our diverse community of 1,300...

Prep Cook

  • Westlake, TX (10 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Westlake, TX (10 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 11 days ago

General responsibilities when working a Production job assignment can include: Operate production equipment according to standard operating procedures Follow production instructions and report any...

Prep Cook-Dallas Market Center

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 12 days ago

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

Production Cold Prep Cook - $17.50/hr - Dallas, TX

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 12 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a dependable and energetic Production Cold Prep Cook who can also operate as a Cashier during meal service at our private school. The ideal candidate is...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Grapevine, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX
  • 12 days ago

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

Prep Cook - Cocinero Prep

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 12 days ago

At On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina we celebrate bringing people together! Its our mission to Have Fun, Work Smart, Be the Best, and Make Money....

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Grapevine, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Grapevine, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.6%
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 Grapevine, 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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