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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Hospitality
Minneapolis, MN

Prep Cook Jobs in Minneapolis

Temp and flexible prep cook positions in Minneapolis pay $13.65-$18.90/hr — 5% above the national average, with a cost of living 5% above the U.S. baseline.

$14-$19

Per Hour

$651

Weekly (40hrs)

105

Cost Index

CST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Minneapolis

Healthcare
Finance
Retail
Hospitality

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1500
Groceries$340
Transport$90
More about Minneapolis

About Prep Cook Jobs in Minneapolis

Prep Cooks in Minneapolis earn $13.65-$18.90/hr, above the national average.

Prep Cooks prepare ingredients before service, handling tasks like chopping vegetables, making sauces, and portioning proteins. They ensure the kitchen is ready for the cooking team.

Most prep cook positions in Minneapolis are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Prep Cook Pay: Minneapolis vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Minneapolis, MN$14–$19/hr105$1,500
Columbus, OH$13–$16/hr88$1,200
Chicago, IL$14–$19/hr107$1,700
Cincinnati, OH$13–$15/hr84$1,150
Cleveland, OH$13–$15/hr82$1,000
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Prep Cook in Minneapolis

1.7x
Challenging
92
Hours to pay rent
58%
Rent / gross income
101
Monthly disposable
13% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Minneapolis

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,819
Est. taxes (~22%)-$620
Take-home$2,199
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,500
Groceries + transport$430
Remaining$269

Based on avg Prep Cook rate of $16.27/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Chop, slice, and dice vegetables and proteins
  • Measure and portion ingredients
  • Prepare sauces, dressings, and marinades
  • Label and store prepared items properly
  • Maintain clean and organized prep area

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Knife skills
Food safety
Organization
Time management
Following recipes
Requirements
  • Basic knife skills (will train)
  • Understanding of food safety
  • Ability to follow recipes
  • Physical stamina for standing

Earnings Calculator for Minneapolis

Calculate Your Prep Cook Earningsin Minneapolis
$16/hr
$13.65/hr$18.9/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$550
Monthly
$2,382
Yearly
$28,600

Includes ~$150/week in estimated tips

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Career Path from Prep Cook

Prep Cook

0-2 years

Line Cook

2-4 years

Chef de Partie

4-6 years

Sous Chef

6+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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