Prep Chef Jobs in Texas

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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Food Prep Helper

  • Taylor, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Taylor, TX
  • 2 hours ago

and/or cold foods using a variety of kitchen utensils/equipment Clean and sanitize work stations and production equipment May have basic cooking responsibilities, i.e., cook vegetables, chicken for salads...

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

  • McKinney, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 13 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....

Butcher/Meat Cutter I - HSS05 - Garth Rd/Rollingbrook - Full-Time

  • Baytown, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Responsibilities Joe V's Smart Shop, the small Store that offers BIG savings, creates possibilities for our Customers and Partners to live a more enriched life by providing the lowest prices and...

Prep Cook - Spring Branch Area in Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking full-time prep cook for a private school in Houston, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for those who are looking to move forward with their career but are...

FRESH Meat Cutter

  • Fate, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fate, TX
  • 22 hours 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...

Kitchen Prep Cook

  • Longview, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Longview, TX
  • 22 hours 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-Part Time

  • Marshall, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Marshall, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Meat Cutter

  • Southlake, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Southlake, TX
  • 1 day 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...

Senior Meat Cutter

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day 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...

Meat Cutter Restaurant FT

  • Elgin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, TX
  • 1 day ago

Utilizes safe and efficient knife skills to cut and package smoked meats to order. Weighs meats to exact specifications. Accurately completes transfer sheets....

Prep Cook

  • Frisco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 1 day ago

Requirements: 1+ years of relative experience in hospitality industry Great knife skills and experience on hot and cold line Maintain proper food certifications specific to State Laws Energetic, accountable...

Prep Cook - Granbury Chili's

  • Granbury, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Granbury, TX
  • 1 day 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 (Full Time And Part Time)

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

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

Production Cook Radius Butcher and Grocery Now Hiring

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

limited to: Assisting with stock and broth production Cutting and prepping vegetables for a range of recipes Helping brine and smoke meats Preparing a rotating menu of ready-to-eat items like chicken salad...

Retail Associate Radius Butcher and Grocery Now Hiring

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Radius Butcher and Grocery - Now Hiring: Retail Associate Click here to learn more & apply today!...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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 Texas
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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