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Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.

Head Cook

Columbus, NE · On-site

Head Cook - Lunchtime Solutions Location: On-site at Columbus School District Schedule: Monday-Friday Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team‑focused Head Cook to join our school food ...

Lunchtime Solutions

Head Cook

Columbus, NE · On-site

Head Cook - Lunchtime Solutions Location: On-site at Columbus School District Schedule: Monday-Friday Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team-focused Head Cook to join our school food ...

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.

Head Cook

Valley, NE

Head Cook - Lunchtime Solutions Location: On-site at DC West Community Schools Schedule: Monday-Friday Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team‑focused Head Cook to join our school food ...

Arboreta Healthcare

Cook

North Platte, NE · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

... the Head Cook and/or Dietary Services Supervisor. WHAT YOU'LL DO As an Arboreta Cook, essential duties and responsibilities include: * Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely ...

Arboreta Healthcare

Cook

Pierce, NE · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

... the Head Cook and/or Dietary Services Supervisor. WHAT YOU'LL DO As an Arboreta Cook, essential duties and responsibilities include: * Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely ...

Belle Terrace

AM Cook

Tecumseh, NE

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of Head Cook. * Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures. * Others as deemed ...

Twin Peaks

Line Cook

Omaha, NE · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Head phones or ear buds are not to be worn. * Clean non-faded/wrinkled TP kitchen shirt tucked in. EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE Proven experience as a Line Cook. Language Skills Ability to communicate ...

Twin Peaks

Line Cook

Omaha, NE · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Head phones or ear buds are not to be worn. * Clean non-faded/wrinkled TP kitchen shirt tucked in. EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE Proven experience as a Line Cook. Language Skills Ability to communicate ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Kearney, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Lincoln, NE

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Kearney, NE

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Omaha, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Kearney, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Omaha, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Omaha, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant ... Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline) * Excellent verbal and written ...

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How much do head cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for head cook in Nebraska is $17.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.75 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Head Cook vs Line Cook?

AspectHead CookLine Cook
CredentialsCooking experience, culinary trainingCooking experience, culinary training
Work EnvironmentKitchen leadership, menu planningFood preparation stations, fast-paced kitchen
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, hotels, cateringRestaurants, hotels, catering
Common Search & ComparisonLeadership, menu oversightFood prep, station work

The main difference between a Head Cook and a Line Cook is that the Head Cook oversees kitchen operations, manages staff, and plans menus, while the Line Cook focuses on preparing food at specific stations during service. Head Cooks have broader responsibilities and leadership roles, whereas Line Cooks specialize in food preparation within their assigned station.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cook jobs in Nebraska? The most popular types of Cook jobs in Nebraska are:
What cities in Nebraska are hiring for Head Cook jobs? Cities in Nebraska with the most Head Cook job openings:
Infographic showing various Head Cook job openings in Nebraska as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $36,286 per year, or $17.4 per hour.
Head Cook

Head Cook

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.

Columbus, NE • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 hours ago

Lunchtime Solutions rating

4.1

Company rating: 4.1 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 68 rated caterers

Job description

Head Cook – Lunchtime Solutions
Location: On-site at Columbus School District
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team‑focused Head Cook to join our school food service program. If you take pride in preparing nutritious and delicious meals, enjoy a positive work environment working with students, and want a schedule that supports work–life balance, this role is a great fit.
What You’ll Do
  • Lead daily food production by preparing high‑quality meals, following recipes, supporting special diets, and helping with catering and serving‑time readiness.
  • Keep the kitchen organized and compliant by maintaining clean work areas, overseeing storage organization using FIFO, completing HACCP logs, production records, inventories, and participation tracking.
  • Support food safety by monitoring safe practices and maintaining a healthy, compliant workspace.
  • Assist with ordering, stocking, prep lists, freezer pulls, and serving during meal times.
  • Help train team members and fill in for other kitchen duties when needed.
What You Bring
  • HS Diploma or GED Preferred
  • 1 year of cooking experience preferred
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
  • Dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
  • Enjoy your evenings and weekends our Monday–Friday daytime schedule means no late nights, no weekends, and no holidays spent in a kitchen.
  • Follow the school-year rhythm work when school is in session and enjoy built‑in breaks when students are out.
  • Plan for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan
  • Enjoy work life balance with paid time off and paid holidays
  • Eat well enjoy a free, delicious meal every shift.
  • Stay supported with a limited medical benefit plan available for those scheduled 5 hours or more everyday
Our Values
At Lunchtime Solutions, our success comes from team members who:
  • Take pride in what you do
  • Focus on customer success
  • Be a person of integrity
  • Drive to improve
  • Do it with passion
  • Express gratitude
  • Work as a team
  • Pursue lasting partnerships
  • Embrace a healthy work-life balance
If these values resonate with you, we’d love to meet you!
Lunchtime Solutions performs post offer background investigations prior to starting employment with our company. This background investigation may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: criminal convictions and DMV record if appropriate for the position.
Lunchtime Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. EOE-M/F/Disabled/Vet. View Policy

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