Prep Chef Jobs in Snoqualmie, WA

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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Meat Cutter

  • Issaquah, WA (11 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Issaquah, WA (11 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Meat Cutters cut, prepare and handle all meat and seafood products in accordance with PCC standards. They provide excellent, professional customer service. Job Locations US-WA-Issaquah...

Meat/Meat Cutter

  • Renton, WA (21 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Renton, WA (21 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Perform general product preparation, clean-up and stock work in the Meat department and provide customer service. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity,...

Meat Cutter

  • Kent, WA (24 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kent, WA (24 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Meat Cutter WinCo Foods - 3.4 Kent, WA Job Details $17.16 - $30.65 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Employee stock ownership plan Qualifications Grocery store Food Handler Certification Entry level...

Hiring AM Prep Cooks!

  • Woodinville, WA (21 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (21 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Hiring AM Prep Cooks! Purple Cafe and Wine Bar purplecafe KITCHEN FULL-TIME 21-35/HR + TIPS WOODINVILLE Experienced culinary professionals Purple Cafe in Woodinville is looking for candidates to...

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Redmond, WA (17 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (17 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 25 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....

Cooks Helper

  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Cooks Helper JobID: 3665 Position Type: Food Services/Food Services Date Posted: 5/14/2025 Location: Mount Si High School Date Available: 05/22/2025 Closing Date: Best consideraton 5/21...

Grocery Butcher

  • Redmond, WA (17 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (17 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 30+ 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....

Butcher

  • Redmond, WA (17 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (17 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 30+ 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....

Restaurant Prep Cook (Seasonal)

  • Newcastle, WA (19 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newcastle, WA (19 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Prep Cook/Dishwasher at The Golf Club at Newcastle, Calcutta Grill, maintains kitchen work areas and restaurant equipment and utensils in a sanitary, clean, and orderly condition....

Kitchen Support Cook Kitchen Helper

  • Bothell, WA (23 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (23 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Kiddie Academy of Bothell, an Educational Child Care & Preschool, is looking for a Kitchen Support. We pride ourselves on serving nutritious, wholesome meals and snacks cooked using as many...

Prep Cook

  • Kent, WA (24 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (24 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Join Our Ezell's Team! The Prep Cook/ Dishwasher position here at Ezell's Famous Chicken prepare menu products, both made-to-order as well as in rotation. They are also responsible for various...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Compensation Range $16.66 - $18.75 / 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

  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 90+ days 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...

Prep Cook

  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS LOCATION: 10455 NE 8th ST STE 20 Bellevue, WA 98004 (Lincoln Square) PAY RANGE FOR PREP COOK: $21.00 - $23.40/hour Prep Cooks = $21.00 - $21.84/hour Dumpling Prep Cooks =...

Prep Cook

  • Redmond, WA (17 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (17 miles from Snoqualmie, WA)
  • 90+ 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...

Demographic Data for Snoqualmie, WA

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Snoqualmie, WA

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 Snoqualmie, WA 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 Snoqualmie, WA
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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