Prep Chef Job Description

About the Prep Chef Position

We’re seeking an ambitious and professional Prep Chef to join our team of chefs! As a Prep Chef, you’ll be responsible for the very first steps of providing our guests with delicious meals, prepping ingredients for the head chef while maintaining a neat and clean station.

As the kitchen can get busy, strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills are a must. The successful candidate will be able to stay cool under pressure.

Prep Chef Responsibilities

• Maintain your workstation, keeping track of inventory and ensuring that everything is clean and orderly
• Prepare ingredients that are used on a frequent basis, such as chopping vegetables
• Cook and plate dishes when directed
• Distribute plates to waitstaff when ready to be served
• Assist with washing dishes, taking out trash, and sanitizing equipment
• Adhere to all safety and health standards required by law 
• Provide further assistance to the executive chef as directed

Prep Chef Requirements

• [1+] year experience as a Prep Chef
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary school training desired
• Working knowledge of restaurant practices and guidelines, including safe knife-handling skills
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Superb attention to detail, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Good manual dexterity
• Must be able to lift [25+] pounds and stay on your feet for extended periods