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Prep Cook

SSP Group
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2026
Job Description

  • $18.50 / Hour
  • Full-Time
  • Free Parking
  • Employee Meal
  • Full Benefits
  • SSP pays an average of 80% of the monthly premiums per coverage level. We also offer Dental, Vision, and several other voluntary plan coverages.
  • Opportunities for Career Advancement!


At SSP America, our Prep Cooks have the important role of preparing delicious dishes for our guests, and properly setting up the kitchen so every team member has the product and tools they need easily accessible during their shift. Our Prep Cooks love working in the Back of House!

Our restaurant portfolio in the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport includes Chili's, Max & Erma's, Sora Japanese Cuisine, Coffey Beanery, & more!

Our Prep Cooks are experts at a few things:
  • Having warm, friendly smiles
  • Respecting our customers
  • Following detailed food preparation processes
  • Keeping their eyes on the details
  • Working well in fast-paced environments


If you're looking to start your culinary career, come check us out! We have a unique work environment that you'll only experience at SSP America!

Here are a few things you can expect as a Prep Cook at SSP America:
  • Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station on a daily basis
  • Requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments
  • Handle, store, and rotate all products properly
  • Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and breakdown of any machinery and equipment
  • Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality
  • Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required
  • Takes responsibility for quality of products served
  • Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
  • Other duties as assigned


SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.

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