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How much do contract cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract cook in Alaska is $17.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.52 and $19.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract cook?

Contract cooks are culinary professionals hired on a temporary or project basis to prepare meals in various settings, such as corporate cafeterias, schools, hospitals, or private events. Unlike full-time staff, contract cooks work for a specific duration or for the length of a particular contract, often through staffing agencies or catering companies. Their responsibilities include menu planning, food preparation, cooking, and maintaining kitchen safety and sanitation standards. Contract cooks provide flexibility for employers who need additional staff during busy periods or special events. This role is ideal for experienced cooks seeking variety in their work environments.

How does working as a contract cook differ from a permanent kitchen position in terms of daily responsibilities and work environment?

As a contract cook, you'll often work in a variety of kitchens and settings, from corporate cafeterias to catering events, which means your daily responsibilities can change frequently. Unlike permanent roles, you may need to quickly adapt to different menus, kitchen teams, and management styles, making flexibility and strong communication skills essential. The work environment is typically fast-paced and can sometimes involve unfamiliar equipment or workflows. This variety can be rewarding and offers opportunities to expand your culinary skills, but it may also require extra effort to adjust rapidly and establish rapport with new colleagues.

What is the difference between Contract Cook vs Full-Time Cook?

AspectContract CookFull-Time Cook
CredentialsFood Handler’s Permit, Culinary Certification (if required)Food Handler’s Permit, Culinary Certification (if required)
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments, varied locationsPermanent employment, consistent location
Employment TypeShort-term, project-basedLong-term, salaried or hourly
Industry UsageEvent catering, hospitality, temporary kitchensRestaurants, hotels, institutional kitchens

Contract Cooks typically work on short-term assignments in various locations, often for events or temporary projects, and usually hold similar certifications as full-time cooks. Full-Time Cooks are employed permanently in a single establishment, providing consistent service. Both roles require culinary skills and certifications, but differ mainly in employment duration and work setting.

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Infographic showing various Contract Cook job openings in Alaska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, and 37% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $35,905 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Substitute Teacher Cook and Day Custodian

Kodiak Island Borough School District

Kodiak, AK

$471.24/day

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

The Kodiak Island Borough School District is seeking a variety of substitutes: day custodians, cooks, cook helpers etc. Please apply for these positions under this job posting


Requirements

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years or older.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Background check.
  • Online substitute training.
  • In-person orientation.

FY24 Pay Rates

Substitute Preparedness Hourly Rate Daily Rate* Substitute Teacher Rate (10-19 consecutive days; not to exceed 20 days) High school diploma or equivalent $25.80 (25.80x 7hrs)= $180.60 $180.00/day Two or more successful years of college $26.92 (26.92x 7hrs)= $188.44 $190.00/day

Bachelor's degree or higher

or

Valid teaching certificate from out-of-state

$28.05 (28.05x 7hrs)= $196.35 $225.00/day Valid Alaska teaching certificate $33.66 (33.66x 7hrs)= $235.62 $250.00/day Retired KIBSD teacher (with valid AK teaching certificate) $67.32 (67.32x 7hrs)= $471.24 $450.00/day Substitute Preparedness LONG TERM Substitute Teacher Rate (20+ consecutive days) Bachelor's degree & valid Alaska teaching certificate $250.00/day (7 hours) Master's degree & valid Alaska teaching certificate $300.00/day (7 hours) Retired KIBSD teacher (with valid AK teaching certificate) $468.00/day (7 hours)

Long-term subs for more than 20 consecutive days are scheduled in advance of their assignment.  Typically, these are for absences for teacher illness, parental leave, etc.  If the assignment will be for more than 20 consecutive days and encompasses the last day of a school year, a long-term substitute teaching contract will be issued.

Daily rate is based on a seven hour-teacher day.

A substitute will be paid a 2-hour call-out fee in the following events: Sub arrives to their assignment, and without prior notice, the assignment was canceled and there are no other vacancies to be placed in. A sub selects an assignment for two (2) hours or longer, and the employee returns before two (2) hours has been completed, and there are no other vacancies the substitute can be placed in.

The hourly rate for Substitute Aides pay is as follows:

Substitute Cafe Specialist $18.56 Substitute Custodian 1 $18.56 Substitute Food Service Helper $17.75

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