Prep Chef Jobs in San Antonio, 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 22 Jobs

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $14.00 - $16.75 / 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...

Prep Cook

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, 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

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, 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....

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Antonio, 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...

Senior Meat Cutter

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago

... 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 ensure the total...

Cook/Prep Cook, PT

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago

Provincial Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages lifestyle-focused senior living communities. Our company, which was built on our...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 7 days ago

... 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 ensure the total...

Prep Cook

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 22 days ago

Proper knife skills....

Kitchen Helper

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 25 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 25 days ago

Role: Dishwasher Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dishwasher, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our kitchen and dining areas...

Prep Cook

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 29 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 29 days ago

Overview Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in over 70 countries spanning 265 locations that include owned/licensed or managed Rock Shops,...

Prep Cook

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 30+ 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...

Catering Driver & Prep Cook

  • Castroville, TX (22 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Castroville, TX (22 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Wedgewood Weddings & Events is looking for a Catering Driver & Prep Cook to support our culinary team by ensuring seamless food deliveries and assisting with kitchen operations. If you thrive in a...

Kitchen Prep

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 60+ 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....

Prep Cook

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is seeking a Prep Cook to join the team! Andretti Indoor Karting & Games. We are a Team that constantly strives for perfection in the Family Entertainment Center...

Prep Cook - Whataburger (San Antonio Airport)

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Your career deserves... MORE OPPORTUNITIES Paradies Lagardere is an award-winning and innovative Airport Concessionaire. We are looking for passionate individuals to fill our roles in a retail and...

Demographic Data for San Antonio, TX

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, 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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