Prep Chef Jobs in Texas City, 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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Meat Cutter

  • Texas City, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Texas City, TX
  • 3 days ago

Meat Cutter Location Texas City, Texas, 77591 Category Restaurant Team Member Job Type Full Time Location Texas City, Texas, 77591 Category Restaurant Team Member Job Type Full Time At Texas...

Prep Cook

  • Texas City, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Texas City, TX
  • 3 days ago

Prep Cook Location Texas City, Texas, 77591 Category Restaurant Team Member Job Type Part Time Location Texas City, Texas, 77591 Category Restaurant Team Member Job Type Part Time At Texas...

Prep Cook

  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 13 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...

Prep Cook

  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

YOU ensure every customer receives their made-from-scratch meal hot off the grill....

Prep Cook

  • Galveston, TX (8 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Galveston, TX (8 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Prep Cook This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience...

Prep Cook - Nasa Chili's

  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 60+ 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

  • Friendswood, TX (20 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Friendswood, TX (20 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Prep Cooks Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities! - Text APPLY to ... Our Teammates Enjoy: Great Pay Overtime eligibility for schedules over 40 hours/week Paid Sick...

Prep Cook - La Porte Chili's

  • La Porte, TX (23 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • La Porte, TX (23 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 90+ 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...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Friendswood, TX (20 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Friendswood, TX (20 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days 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...

Prep Cook

  • Friendswood, TX (20 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Friendswood, TX (20 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Your Background: Great technique: you have strong knife skills Kitchen savvy: you know your weights, measurements and volumes Attention to detail: you follow all steps and techniques to ensure consistency...

Prep Cook

  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Your Background: Great technique: you have strong knife skills Kitchen savvy: you know your weights, measurements and volumes Attention to detail: you follow all steps and techniques to ensure consistency...

Dessert Finisher/Barista

  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Webster, TX (19 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Compensation Range $12.00 - $16.75 / 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...

Kitchen Prep

  • Friendswood, TX (20 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Friendswood, TX (20 miles from Texas City, TX)
  • 60+ 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....

Prep Cook (Opening in March)

  • Texas City, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Texas City, TX
  • 90+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Meat Cutter (Opening in March)

  • Texas City, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Texas City, TX
  • 90+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Demographic Data for Texas City, TX

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Texas City, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Texas City, TX 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 Texas City, 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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