Jr. Prepared Food Specialist (Full Time)

Jr. Prepared Food Specialist (Full Time) Job Category : STORE HOURLY Requisition Number : JRPRE003718 Posted : October 20, 2026 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location 22385 Pontiac Trl South Lyon, MI 48178, USA Description Starting wage up to: $18.75/hr. with experience Food Lovers Unite! Busch’s is HIRING and we want you! Love food, fun, and fabulous people? Join our family-owned Michigan team and cook up a career full of flavor! What’s in store? 401K with company match Daily Pay available Specific Accountabilities: Responsible for the production of prepared foods items, including executing menus, hot food programs and producing sauces. Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the Busch’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards. Execute programs and procedures designed to promote deli hot case and hot food bar sales. Assist in reducing store shrink by using fresh/distressed perishable items in preparation. Rotate and cull product to ensure freshness and reduce shrink. Prep for and prepare HMR items and reutilization recipes. Evaluate and fix merchandising of HMR platters throughout shift. Identify and produce food production needs as directed by Deli/Bakery Manager. Assist with hot food preparation for catering orders. Clean and sanitize department including equipment, work/service areas, containers and utensils. Follow and record Busch’s utilization standards. Maintain time and temperature food safety standards. Assist with store food demonstrations as needed. Represent our brand at outside company food events. Stay current on food trends and new items relevant to department and building sales. Contribute to organizational effectiveness by offering information and suggestions. Execute with operational integrity by anticipating problems, taking preventative measures, and adapting to changes that improve our operations or guest experience. Consistently follow Busch’s policies and procedures. Share our passion for our products by being familiar with our products and services and actively seeking and sharing that information. Work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment where time-sensitive processes may contribute to elevated levels of stress. Requirements : Minimum 3 years cooking experience. Food safety certification or willingness to be certified. This role typically works between the hours of 6:00 am – 7:00 pm any day Monday through Sunday. Other hours may be required as business dictates. Proficient merchandising skills to ensure fresh and appealing displays in ‘ready to eat’ areas. Proficient culinary skills to follow recipes, sauté, work with knives, create appealing product and determine product quality. Proficient organization and planning skills, especially to manage multiple deadlines and projects. Proficient cleaning abilities to meet sanitation and visual standards. Proficient communication skills, including written, verbal and listening skills. Proficient computer skills in excel, word and email. Able to learn and use a variety of proprietary applications and technology. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr