Prep Chef Jobs in Wellsburg, WV

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 15 Jobs

Experienced Meat Cutter

  • Cecil, PA (22 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cecil, PA (22 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutters ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest...

Meat Cutter

  • McMurray, PA (22 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 3 hours ago
  • McMurray, PA (22 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutters ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest...

Experienced Butcher

  • McMurray, PA (22 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 8 days ago
  • McMurray, PA (22 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutters ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest...

Prep Cook

  • West Liberty, WV (4 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Liberty, WV (4 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Prep Cook Job Reference Number: 29980 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Aladdin-Campus-Dining State: West Virginia (US-WV) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Saint Clairsville, OH (20 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Clairsville, OH (20 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 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...

Culinary Aide

  • Saint Clairsville, OH (20 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Clairsville, OH (20 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 5 days ago

Company Overview Forest Hill Healthcare & Rehabilitation, a Certus Healthcare community, located in the small town of St. Clairsville, Ohio provides short term, long term and specialized services...

Prep Cook, Wheeling Island Casino

  • Wheeling, WV (11 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wheeling, WV (11 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 13 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Gaming is hiring a full-time Prep Cook to join our team at Wheeling Island Casino in Wheeling, West Virginia. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the...

Day Shift: Food Prep - Kitchen

  • Wheeling, WV (11 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 27 days ago
  • Wheeling, WV (11 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 27 days ago

Member is able to: Answering questions about menu items and promotions Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items Restocking product and workstations Using food preparation equipment including ovens, fryers, grills...

PR 1462938/Prep Cook

  • Washington, PA (19 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, PA (19 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

skills and knowledge of food preparation Possess a valid food handler's card or ServSafe certification - our branch will help provide this training Able to work all areas of the kitchen Background...

Food Service / Food Prep

  • Wellsburg, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wellsburg, WV
  • 30+ days ago

able to: + Answering questions about menu items and promotions + Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items + Restocking product and workstations + Using food preparation equipment including ovens, fryers, grills...

Prep Cook

  • West Liberty, WV (4 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Liberty, WV (4 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Prep Cook** **Job Reference Number:** 29980 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Aladdin-Campus-Dining **State:** West Virginia (US-WV) **The Role at a...

Food Prep - Kitchen

  • Chester, WV (24 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chester, WV (24 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Member is able to: Answering questions about menu items and promotions Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items Restocking product and workstations Using food preparation equipment including ovens, fryers, grills...

PART - TIME Day Shift Food Service / Food Prep

  • Chester, WV (24 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chester, WV (24 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Member is able to: Answering questions about menu items and promotions Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items Restocking product and workstations Using food preparation equipment including ovens, fryers, grills...

Apprentice Meat Cutter - BID

  • McMurray, PA (22 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 60+ days ago
  • McMurray, PA (22 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled...

Prep Cook

  • Triadelphia, WV (11 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Triadelphia, WV (11 miles from Wellsburg, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below. Our Winning Family Starts With You! Check out these great benefits! Flexible schedules to help...

Demographic Data for Wellsburg, WV

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Prep Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Wellsburg, WV

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 Wellsburg, WV 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 Wellsburg, WV
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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