Prep Chef Jobs in Shenandoah, 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 18 Jobs

Meat Cutter

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Conroe, TX (9 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Conroe, TX (9 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 1 day ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Prep Cook

  • North Italia
  • The Woodlands, TX (2 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX (2 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range $15.00 - $18.25 / Hour Overview Prep Cooks - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: Flexible scheduling, consistent hours Health benefits including medical,...

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Meat Cutter

  • LaMichoacana Meat Market
  • Cypress, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cypress, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Fill the display case and make the necessary separations of the different products (dairy, seafood, chicken and meat). Prepare marinades....

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Prep Cook

  • Goode Company Restaurants
  • Shenandoah, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Shenandoah, TX
  • 13 days ago

OVERVIEW The Tortilla maker is responsible for prepping all ingredients for the station and assisting with prepping other dishes. This position provides customer satisfaction by mixing,...

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Prep Cook

  • Bloomin' Brands, Inc.
  • Conroe, TX (9 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (9 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

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Line Cook / Prep Cook

  • Eat Local Texas at Moonshine Deck IceHouse
  • Magnolia, TX (12 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Magnolia, TX (12 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 18 days ago

We're looking for an experienced cook who takes pride in their craft and genuinely cares about the food that leaves our kitchen. At Eat Local Texas at Moonshine Deck IceHouse in Magnolia, we...

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Kitchen Prep

  • Fogo De Chao
  • The Woodlands, TX (2 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX (2 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 19 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....

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Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Sam's Club
  • Humble, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Humble, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 20 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...

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Meat Cutter 2 - 082-Cypress

  • Fiesta Mart
  • Cypress, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Cypress, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 29 days ago

Meat Cutter 2 - 082-Cypress 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,...

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Prep Cook - Fall Creek Chili's

  • Humble, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Humble, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Apply Now 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...

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Buca di Beppo Prep Cook Buca di Beppo The Woodlands

  • Earl Enterprises
  • Conroe, TX (9 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Conroe, TX (9 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Description With locations from New York City to Honolulu, Buca di Beppo restaurants embody the Italian traditions of food, friendship, and hospitality. Dishes enjoyed for generations in villages...

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Prep Cook

  • Texas Roadhouse
  • Tomball, TX (7 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tomball, TX (7 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

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Meat Cutter

  • Texas Roadhouse
  • Cypress, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cypress, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

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Line Cook/Prep Cook

  • Cheddar's
  • Humble, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Humble, TX (18 miles from Shenandoah, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below. You are the bread and honey butter of what makes Cheddar's, Cheddar's. The place to get great...

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Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Walmart
  • Shenandoah, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Shenandoah, TX
  • 60+ 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...

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Demographic Data for Shenandoah, TX

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Shenandoah, 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 Shenandoah, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.6%
Associate's Degree
24.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.3%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.4%
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 Shenandoah, 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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