Prep Chef Jobs in Greendale, WI

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 26 Jobs

Prep Cook

  • Glendale, WI (14 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glendale, WI (14 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 2 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...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Wauwatosa, WI (9 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (9 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range $14.00 - $17.50 / 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...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Milwaukee, WI (8 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (8 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 3 days 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

  • North Prairie, WI (20 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Prairie, WI (20 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 4 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

  • Waukesha, WI (12 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (12 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 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...

Meat/Meat Cutter

  • Racine, WI (18 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Racine, WI (18 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Desired Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. Past work record reflects dependability and integrity....

Food Prep

  • Milwaukee, WI (8 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (8 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Food preparation at 100% recipe adherence. Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, portioning, and serving food items....

Meat/Cutter Clerk

  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 17 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Prep Cook

  • Oak Creek, WI (6 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (6 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 20 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. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Prep Cook

  • Wauwatosa, WI (8 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (8 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 25 days ago

Job Details Job Title Prep Cook Posted: 5/22/2025 Location WI, Milwaukee 2500 N. Mayfair Rd. Wauwatosa, WI 53226 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities! -...

Meat/Cutter Clerk

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (15 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (15 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 25 days ago

Location: Menomonee Falls, US-WI Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent MEAT/CUTTER CLERK Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and...

Prep Cook

  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

be at least 18 years of age Previous prep or line cook experience preferred An individual who thrives in a team-based environment Basic knowledge of professional cooking and experience with basic knife...

Meat Cutter

  • Milwaukee, WI (8 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (8 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Overview The Meat Cutter is responsible for handling meat and meat products. The Cutter will receive, process, cut, trim, scrape, package, tie, wrap, weigh, price, and label meat products...

Prep Cook

  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in everything we do, it starts with you! Our team members are the not-so-secret ingredient in crafting memorable moments and delivering...

Prep Cook Server/Grill Cook

  • Franklin, WI (3 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin, WI (3 miles from Greendale, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Prep Cook Server/Grill Cook [Franklin, WI, 53132] | 2025-05-08 09:31:00 Easy Apply Test Job Description Prep Cook Server/Grill Cook

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Greendale, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Greendale, WI 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 Greendale, WI
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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