Prep Chef Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Apprentice - Warehouse

  • West Salem, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • West Salem, WI
  • 14 days ago

Job Description: Position Details: Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (No Weekends) Start Time: Between 6am to 7am until job is complete Pay Rate: From $18 per hour based on experience Work Location :...

Prep cook

  • Appleton, WI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 4 hours ago

preparation, and presentation....

Seasonal Line Cook/Prep-cooks -Lake Country

  • Summit, WI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Summit, WI
  • 4 hours ago

We are seeking a reliable and efficient Line Cook/Prep-cooks to join our team at Panga Bar & Grill in the Lake Country....

Prep Cook Server / Grill Cook

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 7 hours ago

Knife skills and safe food handling certifications are a plus. No prior experience required; we welcome candidates eager to learn. What's in it for me?...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 7 hours ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago

As a Prep Cook, you will partake in important food preparation for guest orders and communicate with serving team members....

Prep Cook/Cleaner

  • Madison, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 3 days ago

un Prep Cook/Cleaner (Madison) Atico Lounge 823 East Washington compensation: $16-$18 per hour employment type: job title: Prep Cook/Cleaner Part-time prep cook and cleaner. Principals only....

Food Service - Prep Cook

  • Madison, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 3 days ago

Prep Cook Who are we : SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for...

Meat Cutter

  • Weston, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Weston, WI
  • 3 days ago

Culinary Knowledge: Apply your extensive knowledge as a butcher, understanding different cuts of meat and cooking techniques to assist guests and ensure the best product offerings....

Full or Part-time Spring - Summer Morning Baker and Prep Cook

  • Fish Creek, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Fish Creek, WI
  • 5 days ago

Great food, people, benefits, experience and opportunities. Join us at 1 North Spruce St. in this historical building that has been serving food for over 100 years. Here at Barringers in Fish...

Meat Cutter

  • West Allis, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • West Allis, WI
  • 7 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...

Apprentice Meat Cutter

  • Ashland, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Ashland, WI
  • 7 days ago

Apply Description Super One Foods is seeking to hire a friendly, energetic, and helpful person to work in our meat department as an Apprentice Journey Meat Person. In order to successfully fill...

Meat Cutter

  • Madison, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 7 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ's Wholesale Club offers a...

Meat Cutter

  • Appleton, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 12 days ago

Are you skilled with a knife. We process all of our beef, pork and chicken that come into our kitchen. Our Meat Cutter takes on huge responsibilities in making our food great. We always serve...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Madison, WI
  • 13 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 13 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....

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.2%
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 Wisconsin
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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