Prep Chef Jobs in California

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Dishwasher/ Prep Cook

  • Los Gatos, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Gatos, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Were looking for someone to join our team in Los Gatos. Dishwasher/prep cook position is available Wednesday through Sunday nights.. we offer a competitive wage plus tips.

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Line Cook/Prep/Dishwasher

  • Carmel by the Sea, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Carmel by the Sea, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Line Cook/Prep/Dishwasher Please apply in person to Katy's Place, On Mission between 5th and 6th. From 7:30-10:30 a.m. Must work holidays, weekends and special events.

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Prep Cook

  • Landry's
  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Prep Cook (Upscale / Fine Dining) This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed...

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Wayward Baking is Hiring a Dishwasher/Prep Cook

  • Los Osos, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Osos, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Wayward Baking is seeking applicants for a Dishwasher/Prep Cook position at a fast-paced bakery in Los Osos. Please reach out with your availability, any relevant prior experience, and what makes...

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Line/Prep Cook (92101)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Achilles Coffee Roasters is adding additional team members to our food staff. We are a locally owned, independent coffee roaster. We have a breakfast and lunch menu and are looking for a new team...

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AM Prep Cook/ Dishwasher Cocinero de preparacion matutina / lavaplatos

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 hours ago

TITLE: AM Prep Cook/ Dishwasher RESTAURANT: Henrietta REPORTS TO: Head Chef, Sous Chef FLSA: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: Henrietta is looking for an AM prep cook and dishwasher. Our Prep cook/...

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Meat Cutter

  • Safeway
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 11 hours ago

A Day in the Life: Were looking for a hardworking and customer-focused Meat/Seafood Department Clerk to join our team! In this role, youll assist with preparing, packaging, and displaying fresh...

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Prep Cook

  • Posted March 26, 2026 Delaware North
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 13 hours ago

preparation experience preferred Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets Ability to use kitchen tools safely (knives and small equipment ware) Ability to follow instructions No high school diploma...

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Prep Cook

  • Lawry's Restaurants, Inc
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Maintains proper food handling and sanitation standards. Demonstrates safe work habits, particularly in relation to knife handling....

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Looking For Hourly Km, PM Line Cook, Prep Cook

  • Guac Daddy
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago

un LOOKING FOR HOURLY KM, PM LINE COOK, PREP COOK (Los Feliz / West Hollywood) Guac Daddy compensation: DOE or min wage plus tips employment type: job title: Line Cook and Prep Cook Guac Daddy,...

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Prep Cook

  • Tommy Bahama
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Please click here to review our Applicant Privacy Policy. LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE Tommy Bahama is more than just an island inspired brand, its a lifestyle! Live the Island Life as an ambassador of...

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Kitchen Helper

  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • Garden Grove, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dishwasher, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our kitchen and dining areas in a long-term care...

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Full Time Culinary Aide (PM)

  • Silverado
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 21 hours ago

What You'll Be Doing: Assist with food preparation and kitchen sanitation Wash dishes and maintain cleanliness of food service areas Deliver resident meal carts and stock refrigerators Set and clean...

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Prep Cook -Chevys

  • Xperience Restaurant Group
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 22 hours ago

skills Proper food storage knowledge Proper lifting techniques Guest relations Sanitation and safety Full service kitchen operations Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in the English...

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Line Cook/Prep Cook - PM Shift

  • Salted
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Join the largest delivery-first restaurant group in the United States! Location: 1388 Daisy Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813 Schedule: Thursday - Sunday PM Shift - 4 - 11:30pm Salary/Hourly Pay: $19hr -...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.7%
Associate's Degree
24.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.2%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.4%
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 California
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%