Prep Chef Jobs in Arlington, TX

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 50 Jobs

Prep Cook

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 22 hours ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces) Cook menu items in cooperation with...

Prep Cook - Burleson Chili's

  • Burleson, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burleson, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 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...

Prep Cook - Lancaster Chili's

  • Lancaster, TX (22 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, TX (22 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 3 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

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 6 days ago

skills and experience on hot and cold line Maintain proper food certifications specific to State Laws Energetic, accountable and team oriented Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong...

PR 1453832/Food Preparer

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 12 days ago

instructions Input customer orders using an iPad in a fast-paced environment Assist in preparing and handling various seafoods, including squid and oyster Help prepare food orders This may include making salads...

Meat Cutter 1

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Meat Cutter 1 Store 032 Dallas Webb Chapel Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size, quantity,...

Prep Cook, El Tiempo Cantina

  • Arlington, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 14 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North's Patina Restaurant Group is hiring a part-time Prep Cook to join our team at El Tiempo Cantina at Choctaw Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Pay $16.00 - $16.00 / hour...

Prep Cook

  • Arlington, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 14 days ago

Prep Cook Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 7,591 current hospitality jobs what where Prep Cook El Tiempo Cantina...

Butcher

  • Irving, TX (17 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Irving, TX (17 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 50 pounds....

Food Preparer

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 14 days ago

instructions Input customer orders using an iPad in a fast-paced environment Assist in preparing and handling various seafoods, including squid and oyster Help prepare food orders This may include making salads...

Prep Cook

  • Southlake, TX (22 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Southlake, TX (22 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 15 days ago

You have an eye for detail and you’re comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Prep and cook a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items using broilers, ovens, grills...

Hiring Ticket Takers, Cashiers and Food Preparer-Hiring Event Feb 28th

  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Hiring Ticket Takers, Cashiers and Food Preparer-Hiring Event Feb 28th (Fort Worth) image 1 of 1 compensation: $17 per hour PeopleReady of Fort Worth, TX is now hiring Ticket Takers, Cashiers and...

PR 1453500/Food Preparer

  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 15 days ago

This may include making salads, sandwiches, or assembling meals Store food in designated containers and storage areas Clean kitchen area, take out trash, mop floors, and wipe areas when needed Sanitize...

Meat Cutter ELR

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 18 days ago

At El Rancho Supermercado, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people...

Pastry Prep Cook / Cocinero/a de Preparacion de Pasteleria

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 19 days ago

un Pastry Prep Cook / Cocinero/a de Preparacion de Pasteleria (Trinity Groves) La Rue Doughnuts image 1 of 1 3011 Gulden Ln compensation: $$$$$ employment type: job title: Pastry Prep /...

Demographic Data for Arlington, TX

Moving to Arlington, TX? Find some basic demographic data about Arlington, TX below.


Local
National
399,281
8,054
Large

Prep Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireChefs curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Chef for DevOps: The Basics of Chef
Chef offers a suite of software automation solutions to help with the top to bottom management of deployments, primarily revolving around bringing infrastructure and applications from development...
Chef for DevOps: Practical Uses of Chef
One of the things to consider when using Chef is what kind of installation you need. Chef architecture planning is important as details need to be thought of and planned for early. Through this...
Chef for DevOps: Managing Infrastructure Using Chef
Explore the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Chef for DevOps, including core principles, benefits, and components of Chef that are involved in implementing IaC in this 11-video...

Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Arlington, TX

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 Arlington, TX 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 Arlington, TX
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Prep Chef Related Career Advice Articles

How to become a chef
How to Become a Chef

Thinking of launching a career as a chef? This guide will tell you everything you need to know – from how long it takes to become a chef to how to get a job as a chef (and more).

Read article »
Closeup of sustainably sourced ingredients
What Makes a Restaurant Sustainable?

In terms of restaurant management, sustainability is more than just a buzzword or an offshoot of the “farm-to-table” craze.

Read article »
Private chef cooking in home kitchen
Private Chef vs. Personal Chef

Are you considering a career as a private or personal chef? Is there even a difference? These two positions may be synonymous in some circles and require very similar skills, but there is one distinct difference: private chefs are employed by a single client, whereas personal chefs may work for a number of clients at any given time.

Read article »