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Lincoln Hospitality Group

MBC La Crosse - Cooks

La Crosse, WI · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Milwaukee Burger Company is excited to be bringing COOKS on board to our team. Flexible scheduling, where family time is a priority! We have part time or full time positions, as well as AM/PM shifts.

Pine Cone Restaurant

Cook

Johnson Creek, WI

$17/hr

We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our cooks. The advantage goes to candidates with a diploma from a culinary school. Responsibilities of a Cook:

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What are careers in cooking?

Careers in cooking include roles such as chef, line cook, pastry chef, and kitchen manager. These jobs typically require culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and often certification or training from culinary schools or programs. Cooking careers can be found in restaurants, hotels, catering services, and other food service establishments.

What kind of cooks make the most money?

Executive chefs and head cooks typically earn the highest salaries among cooks, especially those working in fine dining restaurants, hotels, or high-end establishments. Advanced culinary skills, management experience, and certifications like ServSafe can also contribute to higher earnings.

What jobs can I do with cooking?

With a cooking background, you can pursue roles such as chef, line cook, prep cook, or kitchen assistant. These jobs typically require culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments, often with certifications like food handler permits.

What is the difference between Cooks Job vs Kitchen Assistants?

AspectCooks JobKitchen Assistants
CredentialsFood safety certification, culinary trainingBasic food handling knowledge
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, hotelsSupport roles in kitchens, prep areas
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, catering, hospitalityFood service establishments, cafeterias
Job FocusPreparing, cooking, plating dishesAssisting with prep, cleaning, stocking

While both Cooks and Kitchen Assistants work in food service environments, Cooks are responsible for preparing and cooking dishes, often requiring culinary skills and certifications. Kitchen Assistants support cooks by handling prep work and cleaning tasks. The roles complement each other but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Cooks Job job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Head Start Cooks (Continuous Recruitment)

Wisconsin

Menasha, WI • On-site

$17.37 - $17.83/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Position Title:Head Start Cooks (Continuous Recruitment)Job Category:University StaffEmployment Type:RegularJob Profile:CookJob Duties:

Head Start Cooks will work within the UW Oshkosh Head Start program, which is a federally funded, preschool program for low-income families.

Head Start employeeshave the opportunity towork with 384 children and their families every school year. We have seven centers in five different cities throughout Winnebago, Calumet, Outagamie, and Shawano Counties.

Staff wellness is prioritized through available individual/group reflective practice, Practice Based Coaching, and wellness initiatives.

Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods
  • Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
  • Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Greets customers, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities
Department:

Head Start

Compensation:

$17.37 - $17.83

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Ability to take written and verbal communication

How to Apply:

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: http://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives?Institution=5adf054562b610142325cb73e24d0000

Required application materials:

Resume

*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history.

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Contact Information:

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply: Contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.eduor 920-424-1166.

Legal Notices:

Reasonable Accommodations

UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact hroffice@uwosh.eduor 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
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For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/, or call UWO Police Department, at (920) 424-1212 for a paper copy.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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