Prep Chef Jobs in Bella Vista, AR

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.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Prep Cook

  • Rogers, AR (15 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rogers, AR (15 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 2 days ago

Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saute burners, convection oven flat top range, refrigeration equipment, and adhere...

Prep Cook (1st Shift) Springdale, AR - R0383253-4330

  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 6 days ago

.- Food preparation will be accomplished using daily prep lists, recipes, menus and direction from managers, food prep duties include assessing food quality, washing, cutting, and seasoning foods.-...

Line / Prep Cook

  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 27 days ago
  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 27 days ago

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED Dish machine Mop buckets and brooms Food slicers Knives & can openers Mixers and processors Stoves, ovens, grills, fryers, cheese melters, Saute pans and pizza peels POS time reporting...

Prep Cook

  • Rogers, AR (15 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rogers, AR (15 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago

YOU ensure every customer receives their made-from-scratch meal hot off the grill....

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago

What you'll do at Position Summary... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Centerton, AR (6 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Centerton, AR (6 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ 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...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springdale, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ 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...

Line & Prep Cooks at Blake Street House

  • Bentonville, AR (7 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bentonville, AR (7 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Follow a given recipe and prepare various food items using different methods and kitchen equipment such as ovens and grills....

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Tontitown, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tontitown, AR (18 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 30+ 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 Cutter

  • Rogers, AR (15 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rogers, AR (15 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 45+ days ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Relief Kitchen Helper

  • Rogers, AR (15 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rogers, AR (15 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities and Duties: You will assist in a number of critical tasks in preparation of meal service including food prep, stocking the salad bar, filling refreshment carafes, and setting tables...

Prep Cook

  • Rogers, AR (11 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rogers, AR (11 miles from Bella Vista, AR)
  • 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...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Bella Vista, AR

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Bella Vista, AR 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 Bella Vista, AR
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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