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Condé Nast

Editorial Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$66K - $78K/yr

We deliver original, home-cook-friendly recipes; highlight techniques and products to improve or ... Support the operations team with processing invoices and contracts, inviting freelancers to our ...

Onward Education

Occupational Therapist

South Holland, IL

$37.25 - $49/hr

Location: On-site (in-person), Cook County, IL * Student Population: Early Childhood (K-2) * ... All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision ...

Onward Education

BCBA

South Holland, IL

$68K - $83K/yr

We're partnering with a school in Cook County, Illinois to hire dedicated Board Certified Behavior ... All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision ...

Onward Education

Occupational Therapist

Melrose Park, IL

$39.50 - $52/hr

We're partnering with an exceptional school district in Cook County, Illinois searching for a ... All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision ...

Onward Education

Physical Therapist

La Grange Park, IL

$1K - $2K/wk

In-person (On-site), Cook County, IL * Weekly Hours: Full-Time (35 hours/week) * Schedule: * Mon ... All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision ...

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Physical Therapist

Des Plaines, IL

$1K - $2K/wk

We're partnering with an exceptional school district in Cook County, Illinois searching for a a ... All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision ...

Solenis

OR · On-site

$70/hr

Freelance auditors and independent consultants are ideal and welcome to apply. The Food Safety ... Observe food preparation and cooking procedures to ensure food safety, health, and sanitation ...

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How much do freelance cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance cook in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Freelance Cook position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Cook, you need proficiency in a variety of cooking techniques, knowledge of food safety, and ideally formal culinary training or certification. Experience with kitchen equipment, menu planning software, and current food safety certification is often required. Excellent time management, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills help you build client relationships and work efficiently in different environments. These skills and qualities ensure high-quality meals, client satisfaction, and the ability to succeed in a competitive, changing marketplace.

What are some common challenges faced by freelance cooks, and how can they be managed?

Freelance cooks often navigate challenges like inconsistent work schedules, adapting to new kitchen environments, and meeting diverse client expectations. Being organized, maintaining a flexible approach, and building strong client communication can help you overcome these obstacles. Many freelance cooks also find success by actively networking with local chefs, caterers, and event planners to secure steady work. Staying up-to-date with food trends and continuously improving your skills can further set you apart in the market. By proactively addressing these challenges, you can build a sustainable and rewarding freelance cooking career.

What is a Freelance Cook job?

A Freelance Cook is a self-employed chef who prepares meals for clients on a contract or gig basis. They may work for private households, events, catering companies, or restaurants that need temporary kitchen staff. Unlike traditional restaurant chefs, freelance cooks have flexible schedules and can choose their clients. Their responsibilities include meal planning, ingredient sourcing, cooking, and cleaning up after service.

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Social Media & Content Coordinator (Part-Time, ~32 hrs/wk)

My Healthy Penguin

Rancho Cucamonga, CA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Salary: $20-24/hr

We need someone to run the train.

Not drive it. Not design it. Run it. Keep it moving, on time, and full.


My Healthy Penguin is a meal prep company that cooks, packs, and delivers thousands of fresh meals every week across the Inland Empire. We also stock smart fridges in offices and gyms. We're growing fast, the work is real, and the kitchen does not slow down for anyone.


Our content engine needs a project manager with great relationship skills. Someone who lives for closed loops, full calendars, and "yes, it's already posted."


What you'll actually do

  • Keep a 4-week content calendar full across IG, TikTok, Facebook, and email. Schedule the posts. Write the captions. Hit publish.
  • Coordinate our roster of freelance creators (photo, video, editing). Post the gigs, assign the work, manage shoot days, keep the budget tight
  • Run our affiliate and partner list. Send them assets, chase them down, make sure their posts actually go live.
  • Watch DMs, comments, tags, and mentions every day. Save the good UGC. Send the customer service stuff to ops.
  • End each week with a one-page report: what posted, what worked, what's coming next.


You'll fit if you

  • Have 12+ years of hands-on social media, content, or marketing work. Agency, brand, or scrappy freelance all count.
  • Already know your way around Instagram and TikTok. You can post a Reel, set up a carousel, write a caption, use trending audio, and you actually pay attention to what's working on the platforms right now.
  • Are obsessively organized. You like checklists. You actually close tabs.
  • Can talk to creators, partners, and customers without making it weird. DM, email, text, in person.
  • Can show up in Rancho Cucamonga for shoot days and content runs.
  • Move fast. Catch your own mistakes. Ask sharp questions. Don't wait to be told twice.


You'll hate this job if you

  • Want to be the brand strategist on day one.
  • Have never posted anything publicly and want to learn on our account.
  • Need a polished agency environment with quarterly off-sites.
  • Get rattled when plans shift mid-week (they will).
  • Think "I'll get to it tomorrow" is an acceptable response.


What you get

  • $2024/hr, ~32 hrs/week, with room to grow into more hours, more pay, and more responsibility as you prove it. First 90 days we set clear numbers together: posts per week, creator rotation, tracking. Hit them and we expand the role.
  • You'll learn how a real D2C food brand runs from the inside. Marketing, ops, kitchen, fulfillment. We don't hide anything from people who do the work.
  • Bonus points for Canva chops or food / fitness / wellness brand experience.


How to apply (If you don't do this, we won't consider your submission)

Send us:

  1. A short note on why this role fits you (no cover letter cosplay, just talk to us).
  2. 23 examples of social accounts, campaigns, or shoots you helped run. Even small stuff counts if you can explain what you did.
  3. One thing you'd change about @myhealthypenguin on Instagram if we hired you tomorrow.