Prep Chef Jobs in Bartlett, TN

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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Kitchen/prep trabajo

  • Collierville, TN (11 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Collierville, TN (11 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 6 hours ago

We are hiring kitchen prep person for an Italian restaurant in Collierville.. Will train day shift and evening shift available. Call/llamas ... We offer hourly pay plus tips and we speak Spanish!...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Southaven, MS (21 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Southaven, MS (21 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 7 hours ago

... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our meat team and you...

Kitchen/prep

  • Collierville, TN (11 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Collierville, TN (11 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring kitchen prep person for an Italian restaurant in Collierville.. Will train day shift and evening shift available. Call/llamas ...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Southaven, MS (21 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (21 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 2 days ago

... As a Senior Meat Cutter you will drive sales in your area to deliver to our members more of what they love, for less. You will work collaboratively with other associates to ensure the total...

Were seeking Prep Cooks for a large dining event - $15/hr

  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 4 days ago

un We're seeking Prep Cooks for a large dining event - $15/hr compensation: $15/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Memphis. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick...

Prep Cook

  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens....

Upscale Family Owned Restaurant has Dish/ Food Prep Position Open

  • Germantown, TN (8 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Germantown, TN (8 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 12 days ago

Upscale Family Owned Restaurant has Dish/ Food Prep Position Open (Germantown) 9155 Poplar Ave compensation: Negotiable employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Dish/ Food Prep...

Prep Cook Part-Time AutoZone Park

  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 17 days ago

Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens....

Prep Cook - Collierville Chili's

  • Collierville, TN (11 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Collierville, TN (11 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 20 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/Cashier Daytime M-F Hours

  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 21 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking an experienced Cook/Cashier to join our team at a beautiful private all-girls day school in Memphis, TN. Our ideal candidate will have culinary experience and...

Prep Cook - FedEx Forum Memphis Grizzlies

  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Title: [[extTitle]] Pay Range: $16.00 to $16.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1399563. The...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Memphis, TN (12 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN (12 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Daycare Prep Cook

  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN (15 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

preparation and cooking Possesses a food handling certificate Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs....

Prep Cook

  • Southaven, MS (21 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Southaven, MS (21 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 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

  • Olive Branch, MS (20 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (20 miles from Bartlett, TN)
  • 90+ 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;...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Bartlett, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Bartlett, TN 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 Bartlett, TN
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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