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Cook One Jobs in Ames, IA (NOW HIRING)

Cook

Ames, IA · On-site

$14/hr

Professional cooking: 1 year (Preferred) Cooking: 1 year (Preferred) Line cook: 1 year (Preferred) Disclaimer: The above is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and ...

Cook

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$14/hr

Professional cooking: 1 year (Preferred) Cooking: 1 year (Preferred) Line cook: 1 year (Preferred) Disclaimer: The above is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and ...

Cook

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$14/hr

Professional cooking: 1 year (Preferred) Cooking: 1 year (Preferred) Line cook: 1 year (Preferred) Disclaimer: The above is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and ...

Cook (P1-1480548-1)

Ames, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook for ...

Cook

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

This is just one of the many fun and exciting changes you can expect from IHOP ® . Because we know the shortest distance between two people is a smile.

Cook (P1-1480547-1)

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook for ...

Cook

Johnston, IA · On-site

$15/hr

Within your first year of working in the Restaurant, you can earn up to an extra $1.50 per hour in ... Cook: * Team player * Excellent communicator * Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic * Hard working and ...

Cook

Johnston, IA · On-site

$15/hr

Within your first year of working in the Restaurant, you can earn up to an extra $1.50 per hour in ... Cook: * Team player * Excellent communicator * Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic * Hard working and ...

Cook

Johnston, IA · On-site

$15/hr

Within your first year of working in the Restaurant, you can earn up to an extra $1.50 per hour in ... Cook: * Team player * Excellent communicator * Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic * Hard working and ...

Cook

Johnston, IA · On-site

$15/hr

Within your first year of working in the Restaurant, you can earn up to an extra $1.50 per hour in ... Cook: * Team player * Excellent communicator * Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic * Hard working and ...

Cook - Part-Time

Ames, IA · On-site

$16/hr

This job is a hybrid position in which the ideal candidate would be performing the duties of a Cook 2-3 shifts/week and then performing the duties of a Dining Services Assistant 1-2 shifts/week ...

Cook - Part-Time

Ames, IA · On-site

$16/hr

This job is a hybrid position in which the ideal candidate would be performing the duties of a Cook 2-3 shifts/week and then performing the duties of a Dining Services Assistant 1-2 shifts/week ...

Full-Time Cook

Johnston, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Line Cook StoryPoint Johnston Position Summary: Full-Time, 6am-2pm and 11am-7pm As a Cook, you will ... There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional ...

Full-Time Cook

Johnston, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Line Cook StoryPoint Johnston Position Summary: Full-Time, 6am-2pm and 11am-7pm As a Cook, you will ... There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional ...

Full-Time Cook

Johnston, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Line Cook StoryPoint Johnston Position Summary: Full-Time, 6am-2pm and 11am-7pm As a Cook, you will ... There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional ...

Cook - PT (56147)

Cambridge, IA

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

One minute you might be plating lunch for a full dining room, the next organizing donations or ... Help teach participants basic cooking, kitchen, and food preparation skills * Assist with campus ...

Cook - PT (56147)

Cambridge, IA · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

One minute you might be plating lunch for a full dining room, the next organizing donations or ... Help teach participants basic cooking, kitchen, and food preparation skills * Assist with campus ...

Cook

Ames, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

... 1 year of service Anniversary pay (must meet eligibility requirements) Discounted shift meals and a 25% discount when dining as a guest Opportunities - we train and provide career opportunities so ...

Cook

Ames, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

... company match after 1 year of service * Anniversary pay (must meet eligibility requirements ... Your responsibilities as a Cook will include, but are not limited to: * Setting up and stocking ...

Cook

Ames, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

... company match after 1 year of service * Anniversary pay (must meet eligibility requirements ... Your responsibilities as a Cook will include, but are not limited to: * Setting up and stocking ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for cook one in Ames, IA is $15.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.17 and $17.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Wingstop
Food Services and Drinking Places • 1 - 5K employees

$14/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook Bone-In Wings, Boneless Wings, Boneless Strips, and fries according to Wingstop standards.

  • Ensure product quality, consistency, and proper portioning for each order.

  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, including cleaning fryers and following safety procedures.


Wingstop rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 427 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Wingstop's mission is to serve the world flavor. Wingstop is the destination when you crave fresh never faked wings, hand-cut seasoned fries and any of our famous sides. For people who demand flavor in everything they do, there's only Wingstop. We are looking for team members who want to deliver a flavor experience.


A Wingstop cook is responsible to prepare quality food that tastes great and is consistent from day-to-day. This position is critical to Wingstop Restaurants; ensuring compliance with company standards in all areas of operation, including product preparation maintaining the highest quality products and services are delivered to each customer; follows and comprehends the importance of proper personal hygiene and sanitation procedures. The restaurant cook must be able to successfully focus on their job in a calm, yet efficient manner.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:


Ensure that each guest has a positive, long lasting impression of the Wingstop

experience

Ability to practice safe cooking procedures

Quickly scan and comprehend the order tickets

Accurately count the number of Bone-In Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless

Strips needed for each order

Coordinate the cooking time of Bone-In Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless

Strips and fries with the corresponding timer

According to Wingstop standards; Sauce, Season and package all orders

Accurately count the cooked Bone-In Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless

Strips into the proper sauce bowls

Cook and prepare Bone-In Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless Strips, and

Fries in the proper fryers and baskets

Filter and freshen the fryer shortening daily, following all safety procedures and

with proper safety equipment

Assist in keeping the kitchen clean throughout the shift maintaining clean as you

go and at closing time

Immediately notify Manager on Duty of all safety, sanitation, or employee issues

Assist other employees as needed

Follow directions given by Manager or Supervisor

Know and thoroughly understand the importance of good hygiene and food

handling practices

Ability to thoroughly understand and follow instructions in how to properly and

safely use chemical cleaning products


Key Skills/Abilities:


Guest service mentality; has a genuine desire to serve the customer

Maintains a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations

Manages multiple projects and timelines with a sense of urgency and follow

through

Well organized and detail oriented

Ongoing learner; exhibits insatiable curiosity and an interest in self improvement

Has an outgoing personality

Strong work ethic


Additional Information:


Cook and restaurant experience is a plus!

Food Handler Certification required


Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Free meals 
  • Flexible schedule


Experience:


Professional cooking: 1 year (Preferred)

Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)

Line cook: 1 year (Preferred)


Disclaimer:


The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.


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About Wingstop

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Wingstop Inc. is a prominent player in the fast-casual dining industry, headquartered in Dallas, TX, USA. The company specializes in chicken wings, and its menu boasts a variety of flavors from spicy to sweet. Wingstop was founded in 1994 with a mission to serve the world flavor. Their commitment to this mission has earned them significant recognition with a presence across all 50 states and 9 countries, marking them as a leader in their industry. The company's core values, prominently displayed on their website, include being service minded, authentic, and fun. They prioritize quality, focusing on fresh, made-to-order wings and exceptional customer experience.

Industry

Food services and drinking places and restaurants

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US