Prep Chef Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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Meat Cutter

  • BJ's Wholesale Club
  • Linden, NJ (9 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Linden, NJ (9 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

A World-Class Team BJs Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your work...

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Prep Cook

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Morristown, NJ (11 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (11 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

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Prep Cook

  • Joo Ok Restaurant
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 0-1 years Job Details [About Joo Ok] Joo Ok is a contemporary Korean fine dining restaurant, which received 1 Michelin star in 2024. Led by Chef Shin Chang Ho, highly...

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Prep Cook

  • Seaport Entertainment
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Prep Cook Seaport Entertainment - Entry Level New York NY Chef/Cook Server/Concessions 0 2 days ago In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected,...

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Butcher

  • Seaport Entertainment
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Adhere to strict hygiene and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, storage, and cleanliness of workstations. Follow safety protocols for handling kitchen equipment....

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GRILL/FRY COOK And Line Cook/prep

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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Butcher

  • BJ's Wholesale Club
  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

A World-Class Team BJs Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your work...

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HIRING NOW: Line Cooks, Plating/Prep Cooks, 4:00AM-2:00PM, Full Time

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Execute food preparation and plating with accuracy and efficiency. Maintain high cleanliness and sanitation standards. Follow food safety guidelines and kitchen protocols....

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Prep Cook - Cocinero Prep

  • On The Border
  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Compensation up to $16 Our PREP COOKS Cocinero Prep set the pace of a great shift, every shift! They are the Heart of our House! At On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina we celebrate bringing...

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Head Prep Cook

  • Noksu
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Noksu, a recipient of the 2025 Michelin Star, is a 15-seat, 9-course tasting counter located in the heart of Herald Square. The Lead Prep Cook role...

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Butcher Block Supervisor-(Seafood Manager)- ACME MA8 Mt Freedom, NJ

  • ACME Markets
  • Randolph, NJ (17 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Randolph, NJ (17 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Albertsons Companies is one of the largest retail employers, providing approximately 300,000 jobs across 2,200 stores, 22 distribution centers, 20 food and beverage plants and various support...

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Japanese Izakaya Seeking Sushi Cook/Line Cook and Dishwasher/Prep Cook

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

We are a Japanese Izakaya in Gowanus, Brooklyn seeking a full time Sushi/Line Cook to join our team. We serve Japanese style modern tapas with a twist. Pay starts at $20-23 depending on...

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Prep Cook

  • Edith's Sandwich Counter - West Village
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

handling procedures such as dating, labeling and rotating Basic preparation and cooking of meats, dressings, salads, sandwiches and other dishes Be able to safely operate and clean all kitchen equipment...

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Prep Cook

  • Skewr
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Were looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to support our kitchen team and keep service running smoothly. Key Responsibilities:...

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AM Prep Cook

  • Major Food Group
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Skills Ability to work in a fast paced environment Preparation of food Attention to Detail Basic Knife Skills Time Management Skills Stocking and Organizing Supplies Collaboration With Team Members...

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Demographic Data for Plainfield, NJ

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Plainfield, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.0%
Associate's Degree
24.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
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 Plainfield, NJ
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%