Cook Helper
$15.14 - $15.99/hr
The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd Cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and ...
Cook Helper
$15.14 - $15.99/hr
The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd Cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and ...
Cook Helper
$15.14 - $15.99/hr
The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd Cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and ...
Cook Helper
$15.14 - $15.99/hr
The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd Cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and ...
Food Service Worker FY27 Job ID 1282
Bedford, MA · On-site
$19.10/hr
To assist the Cook/Manager in the effort to insure an efficient and harmonious operation of the school cafeteria, adhering to federal and state program guidelines. Responsibilities: Assist the cook ...
Food Service Worker FY27 Job ID 1282
Bedford, MA · On-site
$19.10/hr
To assist the Cook/Manager in the effort to insure an efficient and harmonious operation of the school cafeteria, adhering to federal and state program guidelines. Responsibilities: Assist the cook ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka Middle School East, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka Middle School East, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper
Mankato, MN · On-site
$15.14 - $15.99/hr
The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd Cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and ...
Cook Helper
Mankato, MN · On-site
$15.14 - $15.99/hr
The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd Cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka Middle School West, 2 positions available at 4-6 hours per day...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka Middle School West, 2 positions available at 4-6 hours per day...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Clear Springs Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21....
Minnetonka, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Clear Springs Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21....
Minnetonka, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Second Cook
$16.80 - $17.65/hr
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 ...
Second Cook
$16.80 - $17.65/hr
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 ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Excelsior Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72 p...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Excelsior Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72 p...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka High School, 4 positions available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.7...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka High School, 4 positions available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.7...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Excelsior Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72 per
Excelsior, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Excelsior Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72 per
Excelsior, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Second Cook
Saint Peter, MN · On-site
$16.80 - $17.65/hr
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 ...
Second Cook
Saint Peter, MN · On-site
$16.80 - $17.65/hr
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 ...
Cook / Manager Needed for School Food Service
Rockaway, NJ · On-site
$18.50/hr
Cook/ Manager needed for School food service program in the Rockaway Twp, NJ area. K - 12 experience a plus. Monday through Friday. Part time position, day shift 5 to 6 hours daily. No weekends or ...
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Cook / Manager Needed for School Food Service
Rockaway, NJ · On-site
$18.50/hr
Cook/ Manager needed for School food service program in the Rockaway Twp, NJ area. K - 12 experience a plus. Monday through Friday. Part time position, day shift 5 to 6 hours daily. No weekends or ...
Cook Manager - Hayes Elementary
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$27.61/hr
Cook Manager Elementary School Job Summary: This position is responsible for participating, overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the building's nutritional service operations including delivery ...
Cook Manager - Hayes Elementary
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$27.61/hr
Cook Manager Elementary School Job Summary: This position is responsible for participating, overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the building's nutritional service operations including delivery ...
Second Cook
$16.80 - $17.65/hr
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 ...
Second Cook
$16.80 - $17.65/hr
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 ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka Middle School East, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ...
Minnetonka, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka Middle School East, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ...
Minnetonka, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka High School, 4 positions available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.7...
Minnetonka, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnetonka High School, 4 positions available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.7...
Minnetonka, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager or Cook's instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items.
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnewashta Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnewashta Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72...
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnewashta Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72 pe
Shorewood, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Cook Helper (Class I) - Minnewashta Elementary, 1 position available at 4-6 hours per day ($21.72 pe
Shorewood, MN · On-site
$21.72/hr
Follows Cook Manager instruction in heating, cooking, and pre-dishing food, as well as setting up serving areas. * Follows instructions in portioning, garnishing and serving of food items. * Follows ...
Second Cook
Mankato, MN · On-site
$16.80 - $17.65/hr
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 ...
Second Cook
Mankato, MN · On-site
$16.80 - $17.65/hr
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 ...
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How much do cook manager jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for cook manager in the United States is $27.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.80 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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.
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 the difference between Cook Manager vs Cook?
| Aspect | Cook Manager | Cook |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Food safety certification, culinary experience | Food safety certification, culinary experience |
| Work Environment | Supervises kitchen staff, manages kitchen operations | Prepares food, follows recipes, works under supervision |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Hospitals, schools, catering services, restaurants | Restaurants, 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.
Do you need a degree to be a cook manager?
A cook manager typically does not need a formal degree but should have relevant experience in food preparation and management skills. Certifications such as food safety training can be beneficial, and some employers may prefer candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent.
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Job description
Cook Helper
Prairie Winds Middle School
Mankato Area Public Schools is seeking a Cook Helper at Prairie Winds Middle School for approximately 3.5 hours per day 5 days per week (10:30 am to 2:00 pm) beginning August 2026.
Summary of Duties:
The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd Cook in 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:
- ESST
Rate of Pay:
$15.14 - $15.99
Application deadline:Â
May 28, 2026, or until filled
To apply go to www.isd77.org then Careers. This position will be filled on the basis of experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.
To apply go to www.isd77.org and click on Employment Opportunities.
For further information contact Darcy Stueber, Director of Nutrition Service at 507-388-7442.Â
About Mankato Area Public Schools
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Industry
Elementary and secondary schools
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Mankato, MN, US