Prep Chef Jobs in Burlington, WI

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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We need Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $17/hr

  • Whitewater, WI (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Whitewater, WI (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 7 days ago

We need Prep Cooks for a corporate event - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Whitewater. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick up shifts...

Meat Cutter

  • Grayslake, IL (23 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Grayslake, IL (23 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 13 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...

Looking for Prep Cooks for an event in your area - $17/hr

  • Whitewater, WI (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Whitewater, WI (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 23 days ago

Looking for Prep Cooks for an event in your area - $17/hr compensation: $17/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in Whitewater. We're looking for Prep Cooks to pick up...

(USA) Senior Meat Cutter

  • Gurnee, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 26 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 and Wrapper

  • Gurnee, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

What you'll do at Position Summary... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Franklin, WI (22 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin, WI (22 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 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...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our...

Prep Cook - Round Lake Chili's

  • Round Lake Beach, IL (21 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (21 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 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...

Prep Cook

  • Gurnee, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Starting at $16 Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as an Prep Cook! The Prep Cook supports the culinary team as they prepare food and serve our residents in our restaurant-style...

Prep Cook

  • Johnsburg, IL (19 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Johnsburg, IL (19 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

$15 per hour - $18.50 per hour Our Winning Family Starts With You! Check out these great benefits! Flexible schedules to help you balance other life commitments (school, childcare, family care,...

Meat Cutter

  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 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...

Prep Cook

  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 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

  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Prep Cook - Delavan Chili's

  • Delavan, WI (19 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Delavan, WI (19 miles from Burlington, WI)
  • 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...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Burlington, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Burlington, WI 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 Burlington, WI
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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