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Green Lantern Pizza

Prep Cook

Madison Heights, MI · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Assists and fulfills any requests from their prep manager or shift manager. Willing, ready, and able to help station cooks at all times. Handles, stores and rotates all products properly. Assists in ...

Green Lantern Pizza

Prep Cook

Royal Oak, MI

$15 - $18/hr

Assists and fulfills any requests from their prep manager or shift manager. * Willing, ready, and able to help station cooks at all times. * Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.

Green Lantern Pizza

Prep Cook

Troy, MI · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Assists and fulfills any requests from their prep manager or shift manager. * Willing, ready, and able to help station cooks at all times. * Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.

Green Lantern Pizza

Prep Cook

Royal Oak, MI · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Assists and fulfills any requests from their prep manager or shift manager. Willing, ready, and able to help station cooks at all times. Handles, stores and rotates all products properly. Assists in ...

Green Lantern Pizza

Prep Cook

Troy, MI · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Assists and fulfills any requests from their prep manager or shift manager. Willing, ready, and able to help station cooks at all times. Handles, stores and rotates all products properly. Assists in ...

Logan's Roadhouse

Prep

Southgate, MI · On-site

$12.50 - $15.75/hr

The Prep Cook completes basic food prepping tasks as directed by the Chef /Manager. Their main duties include preparing food for the various kitchen stations, cleaning up prep areas and making sure ...

Logan's Roadhouse

Prep

Roseville, MI · On-site

$13 - $16.25/hr

The Prep Cook completes basic food prepping tasks as directed by the Chef /Manager. Their main duties include preparing food for the various kitchen stations, cleaning up prep areas and making sure ...

Downs Management LLC

Prep Cook

Utica, MI

$13 - $16.50/hr

Ford's Garage Prep Cooks are responsible to cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety ...

Downs Management LLC

Prep Cook

Novi, MI

$13.50 - $17/hr

Ford's Garage Prep Cooks are responsible to cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety ...

Downs Management LLC

Prep Cook

Dearborn, MI

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Ford's Garage Prep Cooks are responsible to cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety ...

Green Lantern Pizza

Kitchen Crew

Southfield, MI · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Assists and fulfills any requests from their prep manager or shift manager. * Willing, ready, and able to help station cooks at all times. * Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.

Jet's Pizza

Prep Cook

Novi, MI · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

PREP COOKS NEEDED! Great Jobs for Great People! Take pride in delivering and making our top quality ... General Managers $20-$25 Both our stores have grown exponentially since the pandemic and are ...

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How much do prep manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for prep manager in Warren, MI is $24.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.25 and $30.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a prep manager?

To thrive as a Prep Manager, you need a solid background in food preparation, kitchen management, and inventory control, often supported by culinary training or relevant restaurant experience. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong organizational skills, leadership, and effective communication help create a positive team environment and ensure efficiency. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining high food quality, safety standards, and smooth kitchen operations.

What are some common challenges faced by a prep manager in a busy kitchen environment?

Prep Managers often navigate challenges such as coordinating multiple prep cooks, managing tight timelines, and ensuring consistent food quality during peak hours. They must balance maintaining inventory levels with minimizing food waste, all while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. Successful Prep Managers also foster clear communication between kitchen staff and other departments, which helps prevent bottlenecks and ensures smooth kitchen operations.

What is the difference between Prep Manager vs Prep Cook?

AspectPrep ManagerPrep Cook
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in food prep; leadership skillsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic culinary skills
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role in commercial kitchens, restaurants, or catering servicesKitchen environment, assisting chefs with food preparation
ResponsibilitiesOversees prep staff, manages prep schedules, ensures quality standardsPrepares ingredients, follows recipes, maintains cleanliness

The Prep Manager typically has more leadership responsibilities, overseeing prep staff and managing schedules, while the Prep Cook focuses on food preparation tasks. Both roles require culinary skills, but the Prep Manager's role includes supervisory duties and coordination within the kitchen environment.

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Assistant Produce Prep Manager

Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace

MI • On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Nino Salvaggio rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

GROW YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS IN OUR PRODUCE PREP DEPARTMENT!
Nino Salvaggio is currently looking for an Assistant Produce Prep Manager to help manage the produce prep department of the Bloomfield location.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Cut fruits and vegetables to make cups, tray and salads.
  • Effectively direct and supervise all functions and activities of the department, including production and stocking of all department products in order to achieve the sales, gross profit, customer service and labor goals established for the department.
  • Direct work flow in the department and coordinate activities involved with production, sale, merchandising and distribution of products offered in the department, in conjunction with the Produce Manager(s).
  • Oversee all aspects of the operation of the department, including but not limited to: training, ordering, time and attendance, employee purchase policy, discipline, etc., in conjunction with Produce Manager (s).
  • Assist in interviewing, training and development of associates for the Produce and Produce Prep (if applicable) department(s), following all company policies and state and federal laws, OSHA regulations and EEOC requirements.
  • Must be thoroughly familiar with and able to work with all products carried in the department including being fully knowledgeable in the differences (in price, taste, preparation or use) between the many varieties and types of produce in every family group (i.e. apples, squash, etc.).
  • Adhere to all quality standards.
  • Properly plan product distribution, merchandising, product stocking, on a per shift basis.
  • Assist in ordering and maintaining inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality and turnover for maximum sales and return-on-investment.
  • Follow approved procedures for receiving product, price marking and restocking cases to ensure quality protection, public image, accuracy and product rotation.
  • Check and verify produce department merchandise received to ensure that all items listed on vendor invoices are delivered according to quality standards.
  • Responsible for ordering product, supplies, etc. and ensuring proper inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality and turnover for maximum sales and return-on-investment, in conjunction with the Produce Manager (and Produce Prep Manager if applicable).
  • Works closely with the Produce Prep department to ensure optimum operations in both departments, on a per shift basis.
  • Properly handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods.
  • Greet customers and provide them with prompt and courteous service and/or assistance, per our company customer service standards.
  • The ability to motivate associates to achieve company sales and customer service goals.
  • Ensure excellent customer service.
  • Lead by example.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • Must be able to work early mornings, nights and weekends.
  • 1 to 3 months related experience and/or demonstrated ability required.
  • Food service certification preferred.
  • Knowledge of the different kinds of knives and their use.
  • Experience in stocking, rotation procedures, product knowledge, customer service experience, etc.
  • Ability to communicate both verbally and in written format sufficient to express an idea or thought.
  • Excellent knowledge of the products carried in the department.
  • Excellent organizational skills (detail oriented, goal oriented, follow through).
  • Great attitude (people skills, innovative, proactive).
  • Must be at least 18 years of age and demonstrate a strong knowledge of department operations and a proven track record of success in the overall operation of the department.
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for 8 or more hour periods.
  • Must be able to sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, crouch and crawl.
  • Must be able to regularly bend, lift and/or move 25 pounds.
  • Must be able to frequently bend, lift and/or move 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to bend, reach and grasp.

BENEFITS:
  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short term disability
  • Accident
  • Hospitalization
  • Critical illness
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible spending
  • Education reimbursement
  • 401K match
  • Employee discount
  • Company paid life insurance policy
  • Company paid LTD policy

This is an hourly position that averages 45-50 hours per week.
If you are interested in this position, please follow the 2 step application process which includes a formal application after some initial questions.
EOE
Compensation: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Every successful company is built on a core principle. At Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace, it's Family. From the actual Salvaggio family that created our store in 1979, to the family of thousands who staff our four locations in Metro Detroit, to the families we serve as customers every day.
So whether you love working with customers or thrive in a kitchen environment, whether you know fresh produce or cash registers, whether you've graduated high school or learned a trade, it doesn't matter. If you want a job, chances are you've got family waiting for you at Nino's.
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