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Mankato Area Public Schools

Second Cook

Mankato, MN

$16.80 - $17.65/hr

Second Cook Rosa Parks Elementary School A position is available for a Second Cook at Rosa Parks Elementary School beginning August 2026. This position is for 8 hours per day/5 days per week (6:00 am ...

Mankato Area Public Schools

Second Cook

Mankato, MN · On-site

$16.80 - $17.65/hr

Food Service/Second Cook Date Posted: 5/1/2026 Location: Rosa Parks Elementary School Closing Date: 05/11/26, or until filled Second Cook Rosa Parks Elementary School A position is available for a ...

Minnesota Service Cooperatives

Second Cook

Fergus Falls, MN · On-site

$16.80 - $17.65/hr

Second Cook MAPS Center for Learning A position is available for a Second Cook at MAPS Center for Learning beginning August 2026. This position is for 8 hours per day/5 days per week (6:00 am to 2:00 ...

Roman Catholic Diocese of Dallas

Second Cook

Dallas, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

The Second Cook will lead the serving table making sure all the plates are correctly served (quantities and presentation). Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position

Minnesota Service Cooperatives

Second Cook

Fergus Falls, MN · On-site

$16.80 - $17.65/hr

Second Cook Rosa Parks Elementary School A position is available for a Second Cook at Rosa Parks Elementary School beginning August 2026. This position is for 8 hours per day/5 days per week (6:00 am ...

Roman Catholic Diocese of Dallas

Second Cook

Dallas, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

The Second Cook will lead the serving table making sure all the plates are correctly served (quantities and presentation). Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position

Roman Catholic Diocese of Dallas

Second Cook

Dallas, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

The Second Cook will lead the serving table making sure all the plates are correctly served (quantities and presentation). Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position * Prepare and store ...

Catholic Health

Second Cook

Roslyn, NY · On-site

$26 - $28/hr

Overview Second Cook Location: St. Francis Hospital - A Member of Catholic Health Join one of the nation's top-ranked hospitals for Cardiology and GI Surgery. At St. Francis, we care for the whole ...

Catholic Health

Second Cook

Roslyn, NY · On-site

$26 - $28/hr

Overview Second Cook Location: St. Francis Hospital - A Member of Catholic Health Join one of the nation's top-ranked hospitals for Cardiology and GI Surgery. At St. Francis, we care for the whole ...

Catholic Health

Second Cook

Roslyn, NY · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

Overview Second Cook Location: St. Francis Hospital - A Member of Catholic Health Join one of the nation's top-ranked hospitals for Cardiology and GI Surgery. At St. Francis, we care for the whole ...

St. Barnabas

Second Cook

Bronx, NY · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

The 2nd Cook is responsible for assisting the Head/1st Cook in preparing of all meals and ensuring the kitchen, dining and living areas are clean and sanitary at all times. Candidates must have a ...

Great American Steakhouse

2nd Cook

El Paso, TX

$9.50 - $12.50/hr

As a second cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes and standards. Your duties will include setting up and stocking your station, ensuring ...

Catholic Health

Second Cook

Roslyn, NY

$26 - $28/hr

Overview Second Cook Location: St. Francis Hospital - A Member of Catholic Health Join one of the nation's top-ranked hospitals for Cardiology and GI Surgery. At St. Francis, we care for the whole ...

Catholic Health

Second Cook

Roslyn, NY

$23 - $27/hr

Overview Second Cook Location: St. Francis Hospital - A Member of Catholic Health Join one of the nation's top-ranked hospitals for Cardiology and GI Surgery. At St. Francis, we care for the whole ...

Great American Steakhouse

2nd Cook

Anthony, TX

$9.50 - $13.50/hr

As a second cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes and standards. Your duties will include setting up and stocking your station, ensuring ...

Catholic Health

Second Cook

Roslyn, NY

$23 - $27/hr

Overview Second Cook Location: St. Francis Hospital - A Member of Catholic Health Join one of the nation's top-ranked hospitals for Cardiology and GI Surgery. At St. Francis, we care for the whole ...

Great American Steakhouse

2nd Cook

El Paso, TX

$9.50 - $12.50/hr

As a second cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes and standards. Your duties will include setting up and stocking your station, ensuring ...

SkyChefs

Second Cook

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$19.75/hr

SECOND COOK Job Requirements / Responsibilities Culinary training or cooking certification preferred or at least 1 year of experience prepping in a high-volume institutional catering environment.

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Second Cook

Mankato Area Public Schools

Mankato, MN

$16.80 - $17.65/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 23 hours ago

Job description

Second Cook
Rosa Parks Elementary School


A position is available for a Second Cook at Rosa Parks Elementary School beginning August 2026. This position is for 8 hours per day/5 days per week (6:00 am to 2:00 pm).  
Summary of Duties: 
The Second Cook will assist the Cook Manager in coordinating the preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and having them ready on a timely basis.
Eligible Employee Benefits include:





  • Public Employer's Retirement Association  (PERA) Retirement Pension
  • 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
  • Medical Coverage
  • Fully Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave,
  • Emergency Leave and Holidays
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • And Much More!


Rate of Pay:
$16.80 - $17.65
Application deadline: 
May 11, 2026 or until filled
To apply go to www.isd77.org then Careers. 
This position will be filled on the basis of the experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.
For further information, call Darcy Stueber, Director of Nutrition Services at 507-388-7442  











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