Prep Chef Jobs in Richardson, 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 59 Jobs

Prep Cook

  • Grapevine, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Grapevine, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 17 hours ago

Basic knife skills and familiarity with cooking techniques are preferred. Must comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies....

Prep Cook

  • Grapevine, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Grapevine, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 13 hours ago

. - Cooking Assistance: Assist cooks and chefs in the preparation and cooking of menu items, including soups, sauces, and salads, while following established recipes. - Station Maintenance: Keep workstations...

Butcher

  • Richardson, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 15 hours 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....

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Colleyville, TX (24 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Colleyville, TX (24 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 15 hours 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....

Prep Cook

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Job Details Job Title Prep Cook Posted: 7/10/2025 Location TX, Dallas - NorthPark 8687 N Central Expressway, Ste 205 Dallas, TX 75225 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time &...

New Store - Butcher - Full Time - McKinney, TX - Opening Summer 2025

  • McKinney, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (16 miles from Richardson, 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....

FRESH Meat Cutter

  • Fate, TX (20 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fate, TX (20 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) is a family business based in Tyler, Texas, and currently operates more than 209 stores in four states - Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma - with three...

Meat Cutter

  • Southlake, TX (23 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Southlake, TX (23 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Click here to see - A Day in The Life - Meat Cutter A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to...

Prep Cook

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

presentations and specifications....

Prep Cook/Cook

  • Allen, TX (10 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Allen, TX (10 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 6 days ago

One (1) year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets. Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred. Food Services Sanitation Certificate....

Plano 01 Market - Meat Cutter - Full-Time

  • Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 7 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...

Prep Cook/Tortilla Prep - NEW RESTAURANT OPENING

  • Murphy, TX (7 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Murphy, TX (7 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 7 days ago

QUE-SO…here’s what you’ll need: Current food safety certification Familiarity with kitchen equipment including fryer, char grill, flat top, stove, RoboCoups, immersion blender, dicers, mandolin, and...

Butcher

  • Irving, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Irving, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Vaqueros - 965 Garden Park Blvd, Allen - Allen, TX Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Any Description Summary of Position: Butcher will cut, trim, and prepare all raw...

Cook, Prep PM (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Richardson, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 8 days ago

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

Central Market Preston Royal Meat Cutter - Full-Time

  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
  • 9 days 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...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Richardson, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Richardson, 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
17.0%
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 Richardson, 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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