Prep Chef Jobs in Montgomery, 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

  • The Woodlands, TX (16 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • The Woodlands, TX (16 miles from Montgomery, 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

  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, 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....

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

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

line cook/prep cook position Ale & Ivy Spring

  • Spring, TX (24 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Spring, TX (24 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 4 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

  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 4 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 - Tomball Chilis

  • Tomball, TX (13 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Tomball, TX (13 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 21 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 - Tomball Chili's

  • Tomball, TX (13 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Tomball, TX (13 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 21 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

  • Spring, TX (24 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spring, TX (24 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience...

Prep Cook - Willis Chilis

  • Willis, TX (11 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Willis, TX (11 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ 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...

Commissary Prep cook

  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary The purpose of the Commissary Prep Cook is to prepare menu items according to Life Time's specifications. They maintain cleanliness and follow food safety guidelines. They help...

Meat Cutter - Part-Time Conroe Market 105/336

  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Conroe, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 45+ 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...

Store 082 Cypress- Meat Cutter 2

  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Store 082 Cypress- Meat Cutter 2 Store 082 Cypress Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size,...

Prep Cook

  • Shenandoah, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Shenandoah, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Open interviews conducted daily - Walk-ins are Welcome Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in everything we do, it starts with you! Our team members are the not-so-secret...

Prep Cook

  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

preparation area and equipment after each use excluding assembling/ disassembling the pizza dough sheeter if under 18 Responsible for opening or closing a workstation (depending on scheduled shift)...

Prep Cook

  • Shenandoah, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Shenandoah, TX (14 miles from Montgomery, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below PREP COOK JOB FUNCTIONS: We only have 3 rules at Chuy's. We can teach you the rest. Rule #1 - Do...

Demographic Data for Montgomery, TX

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, 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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