Prep Chef Jobs in The Colony, 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 54 Jobs

Butcher - Full Time

  • Highland Village, TX (9 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Highland Village, TX (9 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 13 hours 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 5 0 pounds....

Prep Cook

  • McKinney, TX (19 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • McKinney, TX (19 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Prep Cook is responsible for set-up, food preparation, organization, sanitation, and production of food and beverage items, as well as closing and storage for the individual workstation...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 2 days ago

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

Butcher - Full Time

  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 3 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....

Butcher Block Supervisor - Irving, TX

  • Irving, TX (18 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX (18 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Assists customers by making product suggestions, filling special orders and food preparation suggestions....

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Irving, TX (18 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irving, TX (18 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Performs duties relating to the cutting, preparation, display, and selling of meat products. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous,...

(USA) 4925 Only Meat Cutter

  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 8 days ago

... What you'll do... Maintains safety of facility by following all safety standards, procedures, and guidelines; conducting safety sweeps; following proper forklift spotting procedures; following...

Meat Cutter 2

  • Garland, TX (19 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Garland, TX (19 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Meat Cutter 2 Store 054 Garland Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size, quantity, and trim...

Meat Cutter 1

  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (20 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 9 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,...

Meat Cutter 3

  • Irving, TX (18 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Irving, TX (18 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Meat Cutter 3 Store 073 Irving W Airport Under direct supervision, the Meat Cutter breaks, cuts, and prepares meat products, using hand tools and power equipment, in the variety, size, quantity,...

Senior Meat Cutter

  • Garland, TX (19 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Garland, TX (19 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 9 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...

Meat Cutter

  • Frisco, TX (8 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (8 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Job Introduction The Meat Cutter is responsible for providing a high level of customer service and practicing safe food handling procedures. This position performs various cuts for meat items...

Meat Cutter

  • Trophy Club, TX (18 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Trophy Club, TX (18 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 11 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...

Prep Cook

  • Plano, TX (10 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Plano, TX (10 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 13 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...

Food Prep

  • Plano, TX (10 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Plano, TX (10 miles from The Colony, TX)
  • 13 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...

Demographic Data for The Colony, TX

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in The Colony, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in The Colony, 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 The Colony, 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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