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MMG, LLC dba Golden Corral

Cook

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Free uniforms Our franchise organization, Maxfield Management Group, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Cook is responsible for the quality, quantity ...

Golden Corral

Cook

Maplewood, MN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Free uniforms Our franchise organization, Maxfield Management Group, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Cook is responsible for the quality, quantity ...

Crestview Management, LLC

Cook

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Cook We are seeking a skilled and experienced cook to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, ensuring that all meals are prepared ...

Wingstop

Cook

Richfield, MN

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Notify management of any guest concerns and assist in resolving minor issues Teamwork * Work well ... Follow all cooking procedures and Wingstop standards * Accurately prepare, portion, cook, and sauce ...

Great Lakes Management Group

Cook

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$18.50 - $22/hr

As a Cook within our hotel restaurant, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional ... You will collaborate closely with kitchen staff and management to ensure efficient food production ...

Appetite For Change

Cook

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

The Cook also performs catering duties on-site or off-site based on the catering event schedule ... Handle leftover food items as instructed by banquet/kitchen management, to include proper wrapping ...

Serrano Hospitality Group Llc

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Line Cook, Pizza Cook, Catering Cook, Prep Cook

Elk River, MN · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Catering cooks, pizza cooks, line cooks, and prep cooks and many other opportunities as well as management. Pay is very competitive and room for growth. Day and evening hours available.

Serrano Hospitality Group Llc

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Line Cook, Pizza Cook, Catering Cook, Prep Cook

Elk River, MN · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Catering cooks, pizza cooks, line cooks, and prep cooks and many other opportunities as well as management. Pay is very competitive and room for growth. Day and evening hours available.

The Residence at North Ridge

Cook

New Hope, MN

$20 - $24/hr

I have never felt more appreciated." * "Management cares about their staff and goes above and beyond to ensure we have what we need." Requirements of a Cook: * Must have the ability to perform basic ...

Mission Health

Cook

New Hope, MN · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

I have never felt more appreciated." * "Management cares about their staff and goes above and beyond to ensure we have what we need." Requirements of a Cook: * Must have the ability to perform basic ...

Dunkin

Sandwich Cook

Forest Lake, MN · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

Sandwich Cook - Team Member Franchisee Organization/Location: Dunkin - Taneja Restaurants Reports ... Restaurant Manager/Assistant Manager/Shift Lead Overview: Keeping America running is a big deal ...

Dunkin

Sandwich Cook

Roseville, MN · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

Sandwich Cook - Team Member Franchisee Organization/Location: Dunkin - Taneja Restaurants Reports ... Restaurant Manager/Assistant Manager/Shift Lead Overview: Keeping America running is a big deal ...

Dunkin

Sandwich Cook

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

Sandwich Cook - Team Member Franchisee Organization/Location: Dunkin - Taneja Restaurants Reports ... Restaurant Manager/Assistant Manager/Shift Lead Overview: Keeping America running is a big deal ...

Dunkin

Sandwich Cook

Oakdale, MN · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Sandwich Cook - Team Member Franchisee Organization/Location: Dunkin - Taneja Restaurants Reports ... Restaurant Manager/Assistant Manager/Shift Lead Overview: Keeping America running is a big deal ...

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How much do cook manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for cook manager in Andover, MN is $28.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.57 and $34.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cook Manager vs Cook?

AspectCook ManagerCook
CredentialsFood safety certification, culinary experienceFood safety certification, culinary experience
Work EnvironmentSupervises kitchen staff, manages kitchen operationsPrepares food, follows recipes, works under supervision
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, schools, catering services, restaurantsRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services

The Cook Manager oversees kitchen operations and supervises cooks, focusing on management and coordination. The Cook primarily prepares food according to recipes and standards. While both roles require culinary skills and food safety knowledge, the Cook Manager has additional responsibilities in staff supervision and operational management.

What challenges does a cook manager face when balancing kitchen operations and staff management?

As a Cook Manager, one of the main challenges is efficiently coordinating food preparation while also supervising and training kitchen staff. This role requires balancing hands-on cooking duties with administrative tasks like scheduling, inventory management, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Cook Managers must also handle unexpected issues such as staff shortages or equipment malfunctions, all while maintaining a positive kitchen environment. Effective communication and multitasking are essential to successfully manage both the culinary and managerial aspects of the job.

What is a cook manager?

Cook Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing kitchen operations in restaurants, cafeterias, or other food service establishments. They supervise cooking staff, plan menus, manage inventory, ensure food safety standards are met, and may also participate in food preparation. Their role blends culinary skills with management duties, requiring strong leadership and organizational abilities. Cook Managers play a key role in maintaining food quality and efficient kitchen workflow.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a cook manager?

To thrive as a Cook Manager, you need strong culinary skills, experience in food preparation, and a background in kitchen management, often supported by a food safety certification. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and commercial kitchen equipment is typically required. Leadership, time management, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for supervising staff and maintaining kitchen efficiency. These abilities are important to ensure high-quality food service, regulatory compliance, and smooth kitchen operations.
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Nutrition Program Kitchen Manager

Spring Lake Park School District 16

Blaine, MN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Life

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Nutrition Services/Cook Manager
Date Posted:
6/18/2026
Location:
Centerview Elementary School
About Spring Lake Park Schools
Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose -- "High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses" - provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.
Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system - a culture with a methodology and set of processes - where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.
FULL YEAR EMPLOYMENT POSITION
POSITION Nutrition Program Kitchen Manager 7.5 hrs/day, 181 days/school year
LOCATION Centerview Elementary
RESPONSIBLITIES:
The Nutrition Program Kitchen Manager: is responsible for the overall management of the School Nutrition Program at Centerview Elementary to include food safety and sanitation practices, all aspects of food preparation, batch cooking and serving of food, and leadership to develop and prepare staff for daily operational tasks. Organize and accurately prepare necessary records files, reports and audits. Provide work direction and oversight to Nutrition Services Associates. All related works as apparent or assigned.
Work is performed with limited supervision of the Director of Nutrition Services
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Minimum one to three years of job-related experience with supervisory experience preferred; specifically in scratch food preparation
  • Knowledge of commercial food preparation and equipment; preferably school district setting
  • Member of School Nutrition Association
  • Must have a Certified Food Protection Manager license/certificate- current
  • Working knowledge of the SNP and SFSP guidelines as administered by the USDA; recipe and menu development, training requirements, operations, forms, meal service
  • Ability to pass a pre-work physical
  • Proven ability to be a self-starter and independent worker
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written used for a varied of stakeholders; parents, students, building admin team, staff and co-workers. Ability to public speak for training purposes
  • Independent thinker to make snap decisions and problem solve
  • High level leader to promote teamwork and facilitate change at a team level.
  • Approachable demeanor with Excellent listening skills
  • Adapt to change and remain flexible
  • Maintain a positive attitude
  • Highly effective time management skills
  • Complete 10 hours/year professional standards training required by School Nutrition Association
  • Must have an extensive knowledge of health department codes and sanitation standards concerning the food code/ HACCP
  • Must have a comprehensive knowledge of commercial food service operation and the ability to manage the full range of procedures, practices and equipment.
  • Must have the ability to organize, lead, train, and evaluate staff
  • Must have the ability to periodically lift 50 lbs. and carry food stock weighing 20 lbs. or more frequently, and walk/stand for extended periods;
  • Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with food service staff administrators, school staff, vendors and community representatives;
  • Technology skills; laptop computer - online order entry, Outlook email, Skyward, Campus- print reports and analyze data. Troubleshoot and support staff
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:
  • Oversee daily operations for all meal services
  • Lead, motivate, train and evaluate subordinate personnel
  • Plan and control daily food production; for both on and off site; ensure proper amounts of food for breakfast, 2nd chance breakfast and each lunch period - forecast and student's preferences
  • Ensures each program's menu is followed and all meals served meet meal pattern requirements
  • Ensures the serving lines are set up properly with appropriate serving utensils in a timely fashion
  • Ensures that Offer Versus Serve (OVS) is properly implemented for both breakfast and lunch and that all subordinate staff understands what constitutes a reimbursable meal under OVS
  • Ensures meals are served in a timely fashion that adheres to the meal period; there may be frequent schedule changes due to testing, programming and late starts
  • Multidisciplinary approach, nurse/student/parent identify and manage student food allergy
  • Monitors the kitchen and serving area to ensure safe and sanitary work conditions
  • Follows and enforces policies for the safe use and care of all equipment
  • Follow food code based on Local health department requirements; twice/yearly - audit
  • Trains, implements and monitors HACCP plan guidelines
  • Develop and implement weekly work and cleaning schedules
  • Orders all food and supplies from vendors and receives all deliveries to ensure they are stored properly(FIFO) with the assistance of kitchen custodian
  • Checks invoices for accuracy, ensures that drivers have noted any returned/damaged goods on the invoice, deducts the amounts of any returned/damaged goods from invoices
  • Has a clean and well organized, workspace/office to maintain an efficient and effective operation
  • Maintains integrity, accountability and confidentiality of the School Nutrition Program through compliance with all federal, state and local regulations
  • Maintains all records and reports to meet local, state and USDA requirements, including daily production records, temperature logs and all others pertinent to the program
  • Send all paperwork to Nutrition Services Program Assistant in a timely fashion
  • Ensure staff time sheets are accurate, complete and timely
  • Follows all school district and department policies and procedures
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:
  • Work in a school cafeteria setting with a production kitchen, serving lines and storage areas. Work requires stooping, standing, kneeling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, vocal communication for expressing or exchanging ideas, hearing to perceive information at a normal spoken word level and visual acuity for preparing and analyzing written or computer data.
  • Required to shift tasks and priorities; experience frequent interruptions; requires flexibility and adaptability; perform repetitive tasks; requires individual initiative and teamwork; ability to communicate with students and adults in some difficult situations.

Wage/Benefit Detail:
Group
Nutrition Services
Rate of Pay
$23.95/hr
Other: +1.00/hr for Certified Food Manager
Benefits
Sick Leave, Medical, Dental, Life, LTD.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at
https://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineappl
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Applicants who meet the qualifications will be considered for interviews.
With questions about the position, please contact Erin Raymond, Director of Nutrition Services at 763-600-5040, or eraymo@district16.org.
Spring Lake Park Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not deny anyone the opportunity for employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

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