Prep Chef Jobs in Burleson, 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.

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Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 14 hours ago

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

Prep Cook - Burleson Chili's

  • Burleson, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Burleson, 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, El Tiempo Cantina

  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 15 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 (11 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 15 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...

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

  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, 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 (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 16 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...

Food Preparer

  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Food Preparer Our Fort Worth branch is hosting a hiring event on Friday, February 28 th. If you can't attend, no problem! Call the branch at ... for any questions or assistance. Hiring Event...

Meat Cutter I ELR

  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 28 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...

Prep Cook

  • Cleburne, TX (12 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Cleburne, TX (12 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 29 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-THE RIM

  • Burleson, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burleson, TX
  • 30+ days ago

skills Proper food storage knowledge Proper lifting techniques Guest relations Sanitation and safety Full service kitchen operations Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in the English...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Compensation Range $12.50 - $15.75 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Prep Cook

  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 30+ 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...

Meat Cutter

  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, TX (11 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Id : 563274, Title : Meat Cutter, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : High Volume - Retail, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...671, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-01-26T15:10:46...

Prep Cook

  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Burleson, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Open interviews conducted daily - Walk-ins are Welcome Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in everything we do, it starts with you! Our team members are the not-so-secret...

Food Prep

  • Burleson, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burleson, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Food Prep We are not your everyday fast food franchisee. We care! We are a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Jimmy John's franchisee looking for a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Person in Charge to help make our freaky fresh...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Burleson, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Burleson, 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 Burleson, 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%


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