Prep Chef Jobs in Canoga Park, CA

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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Eggslut is looking for BOH Line/Prep Cooks in Venice.

  • Venice, CA (16 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Venice, CA (16 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Eggslut is hiring! We are looking for BOH Line/Prep Cooks for our location in Venice. Eggslut Venice - 1611 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA. 90291 Hours of Operation: 8:00AM - 2:00PM, 7 Days A Week...

Prep Cook

  • Thousand Oaks, CA (17 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA (17 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Prep Cook This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience...

Butcher

  • Agoura Hills, CA (9 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Agoura Hills, CA (9 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 2 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....

Grocery Butcher

  • Malibu, CA (12 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malibu, CA (12 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 2 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....

Butcher - Full Time

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 3 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....

Prep Cook

  • Van Nuys, CA (5 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (5 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Highly-rated, family-owned Lusy's Mediterranean Cafe & Grill in Van Nuys is seeking a Part time (4pm to 8pm Monday through Saturday)Prep cook....

Prep Cook - Taste Bar Cafe, Falls - Part Time

  • Santa Clarita, CA (20 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA (20 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Id : 73966, Title : Prep Cook - Taste Bar Cafe, Falls - Part Time, Category : Merchandising, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...576, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Dishwasher/Prep Cook

  • West Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are boutique catering company looking for a hardworking, reliable, and experienced dishwasher to join our team. If you have prep cook experience that is great also. -Must have experience...

Line Cook, Prep Cook, Host North Italia

  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 6 days ago

North Italia ~ Now Hiring in El Segundo 840 S Sepulveda Blvd El Segundo, CA 90245 North Italia offers: Flexible scheduling Full- and part-time availability Health benefits including medical,...

Prep Cook

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago

For over 25 years, the Water Grill has sated the palates of seafood lovers in Southern California....

El Super #12 Arleta - Meat Cutter

  • Arleta, CA (11 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Arleta, CA (11 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 11 days ago

El Super #12 Arleta - Meat Cutter El Super #12 Starting Rate $17.30 per hour Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power...

El Super #5 N. Hollywood - Meat Cutter 1

  • North Hollywood, CA (13 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • North Hollywood, CA (13 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 11 days ago

El Super #5 N. Hollywood - Meat Cutter 1 El Super #5 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size,...

Meat Cutter

  • Inglewood, CA (21 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA (21 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Meat Cutter El Super #15 Starting Rate $16.20 per hour Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety,...

Prep Cook

  • Woodland Hills, CA (6 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (6 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Open interviews conducted daily - Walk-ins are Welcome Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in everything we do, it starts with you! Our team members are the not-so-secret...

Prep Cook

  • Woodland Hills, CA (6 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (6 miles from Canoga Park, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities! - Text APPLY to ... Our Teammates Enjoy: Great Pay Overtime eligibility for schedules over 40 hours/week Paid Sick...

Demographic Data for Canoga Park, CA

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Canoga Park, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Canoga Park, CA 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 Canoga Park, CA
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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