Prep Chef Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Experienced Meat Cutter $10,000 Hiring Bonus

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: La Crosse Meat Processing Plant In March 2025 Facility will be relocated in West Salem WI!! Position Details: $10,000 Hiring Bonus for Experienced Meat Cutters Work Schedule:...

Meat Cutter Apprentice - Warehouse

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description: La Crosse Meat Processing Plant In March 2025 Facility will be relocated in West Salem WI!! Position Details: Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (No Weekends) Start Time: Between 6am...

15$ hr Dishwashers / prep cook

  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 8 hours ago

North Ave Grill is an open kitchen Seeking responsible, hardworking people to work as a nights and weekend Dishwasher / prep cook....

Prep Cook

  • Greenfield, WI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Greenfield, WI
  • 20 hours ago

skills with use of cut glove Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures Ability to follow recipes and instructions Ability to communicate clearly with Guests, Managers and Team Members...

Food Preparation Worker

  • Mequon, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Mequon, WI
  • 1 day ago

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

Meat Cutter Full Time

  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ's Wholesale Club offers a...

Apprentice Meat Cutter

  • Superior, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Superior, WI
  • 1 day ago

Apply Description Super One Foods is seeking to hire a friendly, energetic, and helpful person to work in our meat department as an Apprentice Journey Meat Person. In order to successfully fill...

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

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 5 days ago

We need Prep Cooks for a catering 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...

Cashier & Light Food Prep

  • Sister Bay, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Sister Bay, WI
  • 5 days ago

Light prep for sauces & fresh ingredients Ability to follow safe food handling practices Take a food handlers class & pass test and/or have a valid food handlers permit. We cover fees....

Prep Cook - Red Circle Inn

  • Nashotah, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashotah, WI
  • 6 days ago

Food preparation and cooking skills include but are not limited to measuring, washing, peeling, cutting, grilling, baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, carving and portioning foods....

Meat Cutter

  • WI
  • 6 days ago
  • WI
  • 6 days ago

Culinary Knowledge: Apply your extensive knowledge as a butcher, understanding different cuts of meat and cooking techniques to assist guests and ensure the best product offerings....

Black Sheep is Hiring Brunch Line Cooks, Prep Cooks & Expeditors

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 days ago

Full Time Prep Cook and Expo: Experience required. $15-$20/hr based on experience. Weekend availability required. Part & Full Time Brunch Line Cook: Minimum 2 years experience required, must have...

Food Prep Helper

  • Fond du Lac, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Fond du Lac, WI
  • 6 days ago

Prepare simple dishes such as salads, etc. Reads recipes and/or product directions. Keeps records and requisition for supplies/equipment as needed....

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 6 days ago

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

Prep Cook - Kohler Chili's

  • Sheboygan Falls, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Sheboygan Falls, WI
  • 6 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 Wisconsin

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Prep Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Wisconsin offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.5%
Associate's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
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 Wisconsin
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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