Prep Chef Jobs in Fort Mcnair, DC

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 Butcher Part Time

  • Alexandria, VA (3 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (3 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 13 hours 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. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Prep Cook

  • Bethesda, MD (8 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (8 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 1 day 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

  • Tysons Corner, VA (11 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (11 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $12.41 - $18.50 / 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...

Prep Cook-Reston

  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Apply Description The Prep Cook is responsible for working under the leadership of the restaurant's executive chef for all food preparation needs. He/she performs routine and day-to-day tasks that...

Prep Cook-Cathedral

  • Washington, DC (1 mile from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (1 mile from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Apply Description The Prep Cook is responsible for working under the leadership of the restaurant's executive chef for all food preparation needs. He/she performs routine and day-to-day tasks that...

Full Time Butcher

  • McLean, VA (8 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (8 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 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 5 0 pounds....

Pastry Prep Cook

  • Washington, DC (1 mile from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (1 mile from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details YELLOW Georgetown is open and thriving! We are seeking an AM pastry cook to expand our team, and who is excited about bringing a sincere sense of...

FT Prep Cook- Georgetown Market- Reagan Airport

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 3 days ago

Measures and mixes ingredients to make salad dressings, sauces, desserts and other food products....

Kitchen Prep

  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 3 days ago

Pay Range $14 - $18 per hour depending on geographic location and local market demand Early Close / No Late Nights Great Work / Life Balance Career Growth Excellent Benefits including 401(k) with...

Prep Cook - Alexandria

  • Alexandria, VA (3 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (3 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 6 days ago

PREP COOK - FOUNDING FARMERS ALEXANDRIA NOW HIRING: Full-time and part-time Family Meals provided, or shift meal discount Uniform Shirt provided Earn up to $680-$800 per week! New Year, New...

Catering Prep Cook - District Heights

  • District Heights, MD (8 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • District Heights, MD (8 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 6 days ago

Catering Prep Cook Farmers Restaurant Group is seeking a Catering Prep Cook to join our Founding Farmers Co. Catering & Events team. We are looking for a candidate who exemplifies a passion for...

Searching for Prep Cooks for a large dining event - $16/hr

  • Washington, DC (1 mile from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (1 mile from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 6 days ago

Searching for Prep Cooks for a large dining event - $16/hr compensation: $16/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Winchester. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick...

Meat Cutter

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 7 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to carve out time to engage our customers in friendly...

Line Cook/Prep Cook

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 7 days ago

Our on-premise butcher shop allows our team to hand carve and grind (daily) to ensure the peak freshness and premium flavor of our beef and bison....

Prep Cook

  • Washington, DC (1 mile from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC (1 mile from Fort Mcnair, DC)
  • 7 days ago

Prep Cook Full-Time AM Embassy Suites Georgetown Washington, DC A property of: EOS Hospitality Posted 3 days ago SHARE THIS JOB JOB DETAILS Description Job DescriptionThe Prep Cook participates in...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Fort Mcnair, DC

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Fort Mcnair, DC offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.5%
Associate's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
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 Fort Mcnair, DC
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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