Prep Chef Jobs in Louisiana

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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Kitchen Helper

  • Baker, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Baker, LA
  • 8 days ago

Additional Information: Offering $1,000 Bonus after working qualified milestones Overview: Role: Dishwasher Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dishwasher, where you will play a...

Kitchen Helper - Camp Bon Coeur - Seasonal (5/23 - 6/6)

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago

preparation tasks with knowledge of special diets and their restrictions in a timely manner....

Meat Cutter FT

  • Kenner, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 6 days ago

Overview Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be...

Meat Cutter

  • Metairie, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 7 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...

Dishwasher/Food preparer

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago

vital part of the team They are the responsible for cleaning all the dishware designated for our products 90 of this role is maintaining the dish efficiency in the kitchen and 10 is assisting with food...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 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...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Raceland, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Raceland, LA
  • 20 days ago

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

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Metairie, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 20 days ago

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

Prep Cook

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 27 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 27 days ago

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

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 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...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Denham Springs, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA
  • 30+ days ago

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 associates. Join our...

Prep Cook - Shreveport Chili's

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 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 - Bossier Chili's

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 60+ 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 - Alexandria Chili's

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ 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 - W Monroe Chili's

  • West Monroe, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • West Monroe, LA
  • 90+ 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...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Louisiana

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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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