Prep Chef Jobs in Wyoming

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 and Wrapper

  • Casper, WY
  • 2 days ago
  • Casper, WY
  • 2 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...

Meat/Meat Cutter

  • Casper, WY
  • 4 days ago
  • Casper, WY
  • 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 & Slaughter Floor Operations

  • Casper, WY
  • 8 days ago
  • Casper, WY
  • 8 days ago

Meat Cutter & Slaughter Floor Operations Valley Meat Co. Casper, WY Full-time Manufacturing / Production / Operations Posted on June 6, 2025 *** These positions are located in Dayton, WY....

Prep Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Sheridan, WY
  • 9 days ago
  • Sheridan, WY
  • 9 days ago

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

Custodian / Cooks Helper - Sagebrush Elementary

  • Sheridan, WY
  • 14 days ago
  • Sheridan, WY
  • 14 days ago

Position Type: Custodial Staff/Custodian Date Posted: 5/29/2025 Location: Sagebrush   Additional Information: Show/Hide CUSTODIAN / COOK'S HELPER - Sagebrush Elementary School Sheridan...

Prep Cook I - Washakie Dining Center

  • Laramie, WY
  • 17 days ago
  • Laramie, WY
  • 17 days ago

Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission,...

PR 1463597/Kitchen Helper

  • Casper, WY
  • 23 days ago
  • Casper, WY
  • 23 days ago

Job Description: WE ARE PEOPLEREADY Staffing. Its what we know. Because weve been providing staffing solutions, putting people to work, for nearly 30 years. Whether youre looking for work, or...

Kitchen Helper

  • Casper, WY
  • 25 days ago
  • Casper, WY
  • 25 days ago

Kitchen Helper PeopleReady of Casper, WY is now hiring Kitchen Helpers! As a Kitchen Helper, you will do a variety of work in different industries. Apply today and you could start as soon as...

Prep Cook / Baker

  • Sheridan, WY
  • 25 days ago
  • Sheridan, WY
  • 25 days ago

**Key Responsibilities:**Prepare and measure ingredients for recipes.Bake breads, pastries, and other baked goods according to standardized recipes.Assist with daily kitchen prep work, including chopping...

School Kitchen Helper

  • Arapahoe, WY
  • 25 days ago
  • Arapahoe, WY
  • 25 days ago

Prepares simple menu items, such as beverages, fruit and vegetable salads, and simple sandwiches; arranges sick trays, sack lunches and simple snack items....

Prep Cook - Evansville/Casper - Bighorn

  • Evansville, WY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Evansville, WY
  • 30+ days 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 - Laramie-Bighorn

  • Laramie, WY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Laramie, WY
  • 30+ days 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

  • Moran, WY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Moran, WY
  • 30+ days ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, joining our team means discovering (or...

Prep Cook - GTLC Tip

  • Moran, WY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Moran, WY
  • 30+ days ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, joining our team means discovering (or...

Prep Cook

  • Cheyenne, WY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cheyenne, WY
  • 45+ days ago

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships...

Demographic Data for Wyoming

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Local
National
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22,187

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Wyoming

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 Wyoming 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 Wyoming
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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