Prep Chef Jobs in Missouri

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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Prep Cook

  • Saint Peters, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Peters, MO
  • 1 day ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Food Prep Specialist Lead - 2nd Shift

  • Liberty, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty, MO
  • 1 day ago

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Cold Prep Cook

  • Clinton, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Clinton, MO
  • 1 day ago

and Cafe) is responsible for preparation of cold production of items needed for room service meals served to patients and preparation of hot and cold items needed for café including set up of café salad...

Culinary Aide

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago

Overview The Culinary Services Aide gets to interact with our residents serving meals and providing an engaging dining experience that meets individual residents preferences. Responsibilities...

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

Prep Person

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 6 days ago

Prepares food products for restaurant usage according to company standards; uses, maintains, and cleans food preparation surfaces, equipment, and storage areas....

Prep Cook

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 10 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...

Food Prep

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 10 days ago

Food Prep We are not your everyday fast food franchisee. We care! We are a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Jimmy John's franchisee looking for a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Person in Charge to help make our freaky fresh...

un We're seeking 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 Atchison. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick...

Prep Cook - St Joseph-Hielan

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 12 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 - Jefferson City-Hielan

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 12 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 - St Louis T1-HMS Host

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 12 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

  • Bridgeton, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Bridgeton, MO
  • 12 days ago

The prep cook duties include: Prepares foods for cooking based on prep lists and manager directions; Prepares food of consistent quality with recipe cards and production and portion standards;...

Meat Cutter (Full Time)

  • Dexter, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Dexter, MO
  • 12 days ago

Starting wage up to:$21.60/hr. with experience. Food Lovers Unite! Busch's is HIRING and we want you! Love food, fun, and fabulous people? Join our family-owned Michigan team and cook up a career...

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

Demographic Data for Missouri

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Missouri

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 Missouri 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 Missouri
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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