Prep Chef Jobs in Racine, 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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Bunzels Catering Kitchen Prep Cook & Catering Assistant

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Duties will include assisting in our Catering Kitchen with a variety of tasks including food and order prep, basic grilling and frying, putting away stock, etc. Must be able to lift 50 lbs....

Prep Cook

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Follow recipe specifications for all food preparation....

Meat/Meat Cutter

  • Racine, WI
  • 11 days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 11 days ago

Desired Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. Past work record reflects dependability and integrity....

Prep Cook

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 14 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 - Milwaukee Airport-CWF Solution

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 16 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

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 16 days ago

Our franchise organization, Bucky Corral, LLC dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Meat Cutter's performance and the ability to cut for...

Mason Street Grill Prep Cook II

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 20 days ago

Follow recipe specifications for all food preparation....

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (22 miles from Racine, 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 (15 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin, WI (15 miles from Racine, 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...

Prep Cook

  • New Berlin, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 45+ 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

  • New Berlin, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (22 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 45+ 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

  • Greenfield, WI (21 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Greenfield, WI (21 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary: To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's, safety, sanitation and...

Prep Cook

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (14 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (14 miles from Racine, WI)
  • 90+ days 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...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Racine, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Racine, 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 Racine, 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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