Prep Chef Jobs in Asheville, NC

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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Full Time Journeyman Meat Cutter

  • Asheville, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 22 hours ago

This is a full time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer.s needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level...

Were seeking Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $17/hr

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

un We're seeking Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Hendersonville. We're looking for Prep Cooks to...

We need Prep Cooks for a local event - $17/hr

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

We need Prep Cooks for a local event - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Hendersonville. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick up shifts...

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Full-Time)

  • Asheville, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 6 days ago

Bella Vista, the premier independent living community for active seniors in Asheville, has an immediate opening for a full-time Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher. The Kitchen Helper is cross-trained to do...

We need Prep Cooks for an event in your area - $17/hr

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 19 days ago

un We need Prep Cooks for an event in your area - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Hendersonville. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick...

Prep Cook/Receiver $17-$19/hr Weekly Pay Boarding School!

  • Asheville, NC
  • 24 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 24 days ago

Use proper food handling, storage, and sanitation techniques always (HACCP). Assist in training new culinary Team Members. Endure exposure to extreme temperatures; intense heat and freezing cold....

Were looking for Prep Cooks for a catering event - $17/hr

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 26 days ago

We're looking for Prep Cooks for a catering event - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Hendersonville. We're looking for Prep Cooks to...

Were looking for Prep Cooks for a large dining event - $17/hr

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 27 days ago

We're looking for Prep Cooks for a large dining event - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Hendersonville. We're looking for Prep Cooks...

Looking for Prep Cooks for an event in your area - $17/hr

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Looking for Prep Cooks for an event in your area - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Hendersonville. We're looking for Prep Cooks to...

Cook/ Prep Cook/ Sous Chef

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

and county regulations including sanitation, food storage, recordkeeping, food temperatures, portion sizes, chemical usage/storage Operates kitchen equipment safely and efficiently: steamer, oven, grill...

Prep Cook

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, hygiene codes and standards; must follow standards of labeling & dating items....

Food Prep Helper

  • Swannanoa, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Swannanoa, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

., cook vegetables, chicken for salads....

Meat Cutter

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Our franchise organization, Jax, LLC dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Meat Cutter's performance and the ability to cut for quality and...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Asheville, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 60+ days ago

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

Early Morning/ Kitchen/ Prep/ Service

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Now hiring early morning/ opening kitchen/prep and service team members. Premium pay for early morning people with full-time schedules including a weekend availability (up to $15 an hour) Job...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Asheville, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Asheville, NC 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 Asheville, NC
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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