Prep Chef Jobs in Ohio

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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Butcher Apprentice

  • Broadview Heights, OH
  • 17 days ago
  • Broadview Heights, OH
  • 17 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled...

Meat Cutter

  • Painesville, OH
  • 3 hours ago
  • Painesville, OH
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary Our Seafood Team Leader manages the entire Seafood team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. You'll be the one who Team Members and guests look to for guidance on the...

Butcher

  • Painesville, OH
  • 18 days ago
  • Painesville, OH
  • 18 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Team Leader manages the entire Meat Team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. Leaders are accountable for the operating performance of the department at all times....

Butcher

  • Solon, OH
  • 22 days ago
  • Solon, OH
  • 22 days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Team Leader manages the entire Meat Team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. Leaders are accountable for the operating performance of the department at all times....

Meat Cutter

  • Solon, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Solon, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Our Meat Team Leader manages the entire Meat Team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. Leaders are accountable for the operating performance of the department at all times....

Relief Kitchen Helper

  • Loveland, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Loveland, OH
  • 45+ 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...

Prep Cook

  • Middleburg Heights, OH
  • 10 hours ago
  • Middleburg Heights, OH
  • 10 hours 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

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

PREP COOK J. Alexander's Restaurant is a contemporary American restaurant, known for its daily scratch-made wood-fired cuisine. We strive to provide the highest-quality food and service in the...

Cook Assistant-Prep Cook

  • Sidney, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Sidney, OH
  • 1 day ago

, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saute burners, convection oven, flat top range, and refrigeration equipment....

Prep Cook/Dishwasher-OMJ CC

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago

The idea candidate has at least **1 year of experience **in a similar role and is eager to contributes to a clean, efficient, and maintaining cleanliness and assisting with basic food preparation....

Cooks Helper

  • Harrison, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Harrison, OH
  • 2 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGYOur Cooks love Trilogy for the stability, meaningful work, and great team. If you're looking to grow as a Cook, Trilogy is where you belong!Hi! We're glad you're thinking about...

Prep Cook/Line Cook

  • Lagrange, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Lagrange, OH
  • 2 days ago

**Qualifications**- Previous experience in a restaurant or culinary environment is preferred.- Knowledge of dietary department practices and food handling regulations is a plus.- Strong knife skills...

Sandwich / Salad Prep Cook

  • Mentor, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Mentor, OH
  • 2 days ago

**One of the largest catering companiesin NEO needs another Sandwich / Salad Prep Cook.A unique full-time opportunity for anorganized, resourceful food serviceprofessional....

Line Cook/Prep Cook

  • Westerville, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Westerville, OH
  • 2 days ago

Our on-premise butcher shop allows our team to hand carve and grind (daily) to ensure the peak freshness and premium flavor of our beef and bison....

Kitchen Prep

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 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....

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Ohio

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 Ohio 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 Ohio
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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