Prep Chef Jobs in Texas

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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Food Prep Helper

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 1 hour ago

., cook vegetables, chicken for salads....

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Abilene, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 1 hour ago

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

Easter Sunday Dishwasher/Prep Chef

  • Sulphur Springs, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sulphur Springs, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Easter Sunday Dishwasher/Prep Chef SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX Order: 33136 Order Type : Temp Looking for an experienced Dishwasher/Prep Chef in Sulphur Springs!...

New Braunfels 01 Market - Meat Cutter - Full-Time

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Responsibilities 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...

Mansfield Market - Meat Cutter - Full-Time

  • Mansfield, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mansfield, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Responsibilities 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...

Mi Tienda 01 Market - Meat Cutter - Part-Time

  • South Houston, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • South Houston, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Responsibilities 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 - Full Time

  • Dallas, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 10 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 50 pounds....

Prep Cook

  • New Caney, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • New Caney, TX
  • 10 hours 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

  • El Paso, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 10 hours 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...

Butcher Block Supervisor - Irving, TX

  • Irving, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 21 hours ago

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

Cook/Food Prep-Sa I10

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

$14.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Bexar County $10.71 - $15.06 Per hour COOK/FOOD PREP-SA I10 MAMA MARGIES SDO INC ET AL Occupation: Food Preparation Workers Location: San...

Cook/Food Prep- Sa S. Zarzamora

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

ZARZAMORA MAMA MARGIES MPSJ LLC ET AL Occupation: Food Preparation Workers Location: San Antonio, TX - 78224 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16851924 Source: WorkInTexas Posted: 4/11/2025 Updated: 4/14...

Prep Cook

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

At Carrabba's Italian Grill, we value having fun and creating memories that last a lifetime. Our atmosphere and hospitality for our guests are old-world Italian with a new world feel....

Cook/Prep - Jimmys Egg Temple

  • Temple, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Temple, TX
  • 1 day ago

As a Cook/Prep person, you will be responsible for using the correct tools to prepare all items according to our recipes, plate presentations, and specifications while maintaining a clean work area...

Castle Hills Hiring PREP COOKS!

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

We are famous for our house-made burrata dishes, pizza, salads, antipasti, and desserts....

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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
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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