Meaning of the word "prep cook" in English

What does "prep cook" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

prep cook

US /ˈprep kʊk/
UK /prep kʊk/
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Noun

a person in a restaurant kitchen who prepares ingredients for the main cooking staff, such as chopping vegetables, portioning meats, and making sauces

Example:
The prep cook spent the morning dicing onions and mincing garlic.
Being a prep cook is a good entry-level position in the culinary industry.