Prep Chef Jobs in New Mexico

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.

1-15 of 29 Jobs

Bravo-Prep Cook Bravo- Uptown

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 hours ago

Description When you walk into one of our restaurants, you are met with a warm smile and the promise of an amazing Italian meal! Our menu features fresh, prepared-to-order classic dishes from...

Prep Cook

  • NM
  • 1 day ago
  • NM
  • 1 day ago

un Prep Cook (8201 San Pedro NE Albuquerque) Stone Face Tavern 8201 San Pedro NE compensation: $14.50 per Hr + meal employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Prep Cook APPLY IN...

Prep Cook

  • NM
  • 1 day ago
  • NM
  • 1 day ago

APPLY IN PERSON : 8201 San Pedro NE 87113 Prep cook : Food prep for front line, reading recipes, Stocking coolers, Cleaning prep area Must be able to lift 40 lbs PART-TIME schedule Tue - Sat 8:30-...

Cashier-Food Prep

  • NM
  • 1 day ago
  • NM
  • 1 day ago

Ensure that product quality standards are met through proper food preparation and prepare food products to proper specifications....

Prep Cook The Copper Lounge

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago

un Prep Cook The Copper Lounge (Albuquerque) The Copper Lounge 1504 Central Ave SE near Maple Street compensation: $15/hour employment type: job title: Prep Cook Looking for a part time Prep Cook...

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Full-Time PM)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago

Light food preparation tasks as needed. Skills and Abilities: You must be 18 years of age or older. Ability to communicate, in a clear and concise manner with our residents....

032 - Bashas' Dine' Meat Cutter l - Shiprock

  • Shiprock, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Shiprock, NM
  • 7 days ago

Position Purpose: Our Meat Cutter will execute day-to-day operations in our Meat and Seafood departments and provide a memorable experience for all our customers. A Meat Cutter has a keen eye for...

Meat/Meat Cutter

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 7 days ago

Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past work record refl......

El Super #60 Albuquerque - Meat Cutter 1

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago

El Super #60 Albuquerque - Meat Cutter 1 El Super #60 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety,...

Meat Cutter 2

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago

Meat Cutter 2 El Super #60 Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size, quantity, and trim...

Meat Cutter

  • Aztec, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Aztec, NM
  • 8 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...

Prep Cook - Rio Rancho Chili's

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 17 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 17 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 - Farmington Chili's

  • Farmington, NM
  • 19 days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 19 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 - Espanola Chili's

  • Espanola, NM
  • 28 days ago
  • Espanola, NM
  • 28 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...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 29 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...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in New Mexico

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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico
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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