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Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.

Head Cook

Columbus, NE

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

Manning, IA · On-site

Head Cook - Lunchtime Solutions Location: On-site at IKM Manning Schedule: Monday-Friday Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team-focused Head Cook to join our school food service program.

Middletown Unified

Head Cook

Middletown, CA · On-site

$20.53 - $27.99/hr

Job Summary The Head Cook is responsible for the daily production of nutritious meals prepared economically and safely. This person must keep accurate records of food production sheets and daily ...

Trinidad School District #1

Head Cook

Trinidad, CO · On-site

POSITION TITLE Head Cook QUALIFICATIONS Required to successfully be able to lift 50 pounds, and pushing/pulling 35 pounds of force.Ability to relate in a positive manner to fellow employees ...

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 ...

Trinidad School District #1

Head Cook

Trinidad, CO · On-site

POSITION TITLE Head Cook QUALIFICATIONS * Required to successfully be able to lift 50 pounds, and pushing/pulling 35 pounds of force. * Ability to relate in a positive manner to fellow employees ...

Boone Community School District

Head Cook

Boone, IA · On-site

Food Service/Head Cook Date Posted: 12/11/2025 Location: Boone Community School District Boone Community School District's mission is to foster academic and extracurricular excellence through the ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

Norden, CA

Head Cook Clair Tappaan Lodge is looking for a creative cook to enhance the lodge's culinary offerings. The Head Cook is the leader of the kitchen team responsible for creating menus and assembling ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

Norden, CA · On-site

Head Cook Clair Tappaan Lodge is looking for a creative cook to enhance the lodge's culinary offerings. The Head Cook is the leader of the kitchen team responsible for creating menus and assembling ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

Norden, CA

Head Cook Clair Tappaan Lodge is looking for a creative cook to enhance the lodge's culinary offerings. The Head Cook is the leader of the kitchen team responsible for creating menus and assembling ...

COLVILLE FUELS LLC

Head Cook

Nespelem, WA · On-site

$25.21/hr

The Head Cook is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations at Coyote Ridge Golf Course, ensuring high-quality food preparation, consistency, sanitation compliance, and exceptional guest ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

Norden, CA · On-site

Head Cook Clair Tappaan Lodge is looking for a creative cook to enhance the lodge's culinary offerings. The Head Cook is the leader of the kitchen team responsible for creating menus and assembling ...

Norwalk Community School District

Head Cook

Norwalk, IA · On-site

Nutrition Services/Head Cook Date Posted: 5/12/2026 Location: Oviatt Elementary Date Available: 08/18/2026 Closing Date: Until Filled NORWALK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Title Head Cook Reports to ...

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Cook-Head Cook

CA · On-site

Head Cook Clair Tappaan Lodge is looking for a creative cook to enhance the lodge's culinary offerings. The Head Cook is the leader of the kitchen team responsible for creating menus and assembling ...

Shrodi's Cucina di Maria

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CHEF/HEAD COOK

Plum, PA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

We are seeking a CHEF/HEAD COOK to join our team! You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and dedicate time to expanding our clientele base to establish the restaurant's brand and reputation.

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for head cook in the United States is $18.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.67 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.

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Infographic showing various Head Cook job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, and 32% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $38,058 per year, or $18.3 per hour.
Head Cook

Head Cook

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.

Columbus, NE

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Lunchtime Solutions rating

4.1

Company rating: 4.1 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 64 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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