Prep Chef Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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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Ravenna Assisted Living

Line / Prep Cook - Healthcare

Job Responsibilities: Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards Demonstrate excellent knife skills and plate presentation Prepare soups, sauces, seafood, desserts, salads...

Prep Cook - West Albuquerque Chili's

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day 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...

Kitchen Prep and Utility - Team Member

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

At Peter Piper Pizza, our culture embodies our brand values of food, fun and family, with a commitment to making every guest visit memorable! Job Description Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow Now...

Dishwasher + prep cook

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

Nob Hill restaurant looking for dishwasher for Friday and Saturday nights (5pm-9pm) plus additional possible food prep on Tuesdays and Wednesday afternoons, if you desire more hours than just the...

Meat Cutter

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 23 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 23 days ago

Job Introduction The Meat Cutter is responsible for providing a high level of customer service and practicing safe food handling procedures....

PM Kitchen Helper

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 24 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 24 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...

Kitchen Prep

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 28 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 28 days ago

Provides support through preparation and proper presentation of all salad bar items, side dishes and desserts according to recipe in an efficient manner....

Prep Cook Part-Time Albuquerque Isotopes Park and Balloon Fiesta

  • UNM, NM (2 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 30+ days ago
  • UNM, NM (2 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 30+ days ago

Possess valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations. Strengthened by our Differences....

Prep Cook

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ 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 Culinary

  • Albuquerque, NM (2 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (2 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Compensation Range $13.00 - $16.00 / 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...

Cashier/Food Prep- Route 66 Casino Snack Bar

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

, handle payments and thanks customers while ensuring a safe, clean and efficient operation....

Prep Cook

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 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...

Prep Cook

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days 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...

Cashier/ Food Prep (PT)- Dairy Queen

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary/General Description: A Cashier/Food Prep greets customers, takes orders, prepares food, handle payments and thanks customers while ensuring a safe, clean and efficient operation....

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM
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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