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Prep Cook
at Cara Irish PubsMinneapolis, MN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Uniform allowance
meal discounts
Retirement Plan
Prep Cook
at CRISP & GREEN Uptown LakesMinneapolis, MN, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Meal allowance
Retirement Plan
Dental Insurance
flexible schedule
PREP COOK
at Compass GroupSaint Paul, MN, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.45
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Instapay
High interest savings
Health and Wellness Program
Associate Shopping Program
Discount Marketplace
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenOakdale, MN, USA|Onsite
From $11.41 to $14.50
Hourly
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Prep Cook
at Texas RoadhouseWoodbury, MN, USA|Onsite
From $16.00 to $22.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid vacation
short-term disability
Life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Annual holiday bonus
Prep Cook
at Olive GardenMaple Grove, MN, USA|Onsite
From $11.41 to $14.50
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
Employee Discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Prep Cook
at Brooklyn Center Community SchoolsBrooklyn Park, MN, USA|Onsite
From $19.29 to $21.70
Hourly
Full-time
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
free fitness classes
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
AD&D insurance
Pet insurance
Flexible spending account
403(b)
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Prep Cook
at Bruegger's BagelsPlymouth, MN, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Meal allowance
Training opportunities
team environment
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Kitchen/Food Prep
at Cafe ZupasMinneapolis, MN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Five raises in first year
Daytime set schedule
Free meal with every shift
Fifty percent off food while working
Hands-on personal training
positive and fun work culture
Equal opportunity employer
Cook
at Quality InnMinneapolis, MN, USA|Onsite
Up to $19.00
Hourly
Full-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Employee discounts on thousands of hotels
50% discount on in-house restaurant and marketplace
Free parking
401(k) retirement plan
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
paid bereavement
paid floating holidays
Prepared Foods Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - Full Time
at Whole Foods MarketMinneapolis, MN, USA|Onsite
From $17.50 to $25.40
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Kitchen/Food Prep
at Cafe ZupasSaint Paul, MN, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
5 raises in the first year
Set schedule with no Sundays
Free house-made meal with every shift
50% food discount while working
Leadership positions available
Hands-on personal training
Fun culture of positivity
Cook
at Panda Restaurant GroupPlymouth, MN, USA|Onsite
From $21.00 to $24.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Great pay
Free Meals
Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Cancer income protection insurance
health care flexible spending account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
401K with company match
vacation
sick leave
bereavement/funeral leave
leave share program
associate discounts
Referral Bonus
Paid training
Career development opportunities
Management growth opportunities
Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseMinneapolis, MN, USA|Onsite
From $11.14 to $13.42
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
Meal Discount
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
Perks and Discounts programs
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka High School, 4 positions available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72 per hour)
at Minnetonka Public SchoolsPlymouth, MN, USA|Onsite
Exact $21.72
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Cook Helper (Class I) - Middle School West, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72 per hour)
at Minnetonka Public SchoolsPlymouth, MN, USA|Onsite
Exact $21.72
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at CEC EntertainmentWoodbury, MN, USA|Onsite
From $11.14 to $13.42
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Paid out bi-weekly (unless state law requires otherwise)
Paid out bi-weekly (unless state law requires otherwise)
Don’t wait between paychecks anymore!
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Cheese now offers access to earned wages with our NEW “Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow” program
Don’t wait between paychecks anymore!
We also offer job training and career growth opportunities
Food Service Worker - Stratasys
at AramarkPlymouth, MN, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $22.00
Hourly
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at Chuck E. CheeseWoodbury, MN, USA|Onsite
From $11.14 to $13.42
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
50% discount on meal during shift
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
Perks and Discounts programs
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
at CEC EntertainmentBlaine, MN, USA|Onsite
From $11.14 to $13.42
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Opportunities for advancement
flexible schedule
Referral program
Vision Insurance
96 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Minneapolis, MN - May 2026
Browse 96 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Minneapolis, MN. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.
Hiring Demand for Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Minneapolis, MN
Employers in Minneapolis, MN are actively hiring entry level Prep Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.
Recent Entry Level Prep Cook Openings
There have been 2 new jobs for Prep Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.
Entry Level Prep Cook Salary in Minneapolis, MN
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Minneapolis, MN typically ranges from $39,500 per year to $39,500 per year, with average earnings near $39,500 per year or $19 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $39,500 per year
- Average wage: $39,500 per year or $19 per hour
- Highest wage: $39,500 per year
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Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Minneapolis, MN
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Minneapolis, MN create steady demand for entry level Prep Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.
Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Prep Cook Roles
Frequent employers hiring entry level Prep Cook roles in Minneapolis, MN include:
- Quality Inn
Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Minneapolis, MN
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Minneapolis, MN offer Retirement Plan, meal discounts, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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