Prep Chef Jobs in Grapevine, 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

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 23 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...

Frisco 02 Market - Meat Cutter - Full-Time

  • Frisco, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frisco, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in...

Butcher Block Supervisor - Frisco, TX

  • Frisco, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Prepares seafood salads and cheese balls, cooks food samples and steams fish products. Implements effective promotional and seasonal displays....

Meat Cutter

  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Id : 573480, Title : Meat Cutter, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : High Volume - Retail, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...016, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-03-03T16:13:33...

Prep Cook

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, 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...

Prep Cook

  • Plano, TX (16 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plano, TX (16 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Job Details Job Title Prep Cook Posted: 3/05/2025 Location TX, Willow Bend 6001 West Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75093 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities! -...

Prep Cook - Richardson Chili's

  • Richardson, TX (19 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (19 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 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...

Food Preparation Worker

  • Lewisville, TX (7 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (7 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Washes, slices, and prepares vegetables and meats for chef. Keeps work area clean and restocks food items as needed.

Meat Cutter

  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 9 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to carve out time to engage our customers in friendly...

PR 1453832/Food Preparer

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, 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 (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, 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/Server - Weekly Pay $16-$17/hr - Addison, TX

  • Addison, TX (13 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Addison, TX (13 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 14 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking an experienced prep server for a beautiful private school in Addison. We are located close to Bent Tree Country Club and the North Dallas Tollway. Are you...

Prep Cook, El Tiempo Cantina

  • Arlington, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, 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 (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, 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 (10 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Irving, TX (10 miles from Grapevine, 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....

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Grapevine, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Grapevine, 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 Grapevine, 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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