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English Rose

Caregiver (PT/FT)

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

Morning, Evening, Overnight; every other weekendAbout the roleEnglish Rose caregivers work in Edina ... active during shiftsPreferred: household/cooking skills; valid driver ...

hammerresidence

Overnight DSP Position

White Bear Lake, MN

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

... cooking, housekeeping, bathing, and toileting, taking medications, going to work, shopping, driving and managing money. DSPs need patience, compassion, integrity, composure under pressure ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight cook in Minnesota is $15.70, 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.

What is an overnight cook?

An Overnight Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals during late-night and early-morning hours, typically in restaurants, hotels, or hospitals. They ensure food quality, follow safety standards, and maintain a clean kitchen. Their duties may include prepping ingredients, cooking made-to-order dishes, and storing food properly for the next shift. This position often requires working independently or with a small team in a quiet yet fast-paced environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an overnight cook?

To thrive as an Overnight Cook, you need strong culinary skills, a solid understanding of kitchen safety, and experience with food preparation, often supported by a food handler’s permit or similar certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory tracking systems, and recipe management software is frequently required. Attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently during late hours are important soft skills for success. These skills and qualities ensure quality meals are consistently prepared and delivered safely, even during less supervised shifts.

What is a typical work environment and schedule like for an overnight cook?

Overnight Cooks generally work through late night and early morning hours, often in establishments that operate 24/7 such as hospitals, hotels, diners, or manufacturing facilities with round-the-clock cafeterias. The work environment is typically quieter than daytime shifts, requiring cooks to work more independently or with a small team. Responsibilities include preparing and cooking meals, managing inventory, cleaning workspaces, and sometimes handling breakfast prep for the upcoming day. Due to fewer staff on duty, Overnight Cooks must be comfortable multitasking and handling a broad range of kitchen duties. This role is well-suited to those who prefer working during non-traditional hours and can lead to advancement into lead or supervisory kitchen positions.

What does an overnight cook do?

An overnight cook prepares and cooks food during nighttime hours, often in restaurants, hotels, or catering services. They handle tasks such as food prep, cooking, cleaning, and ensuring food safety standards are met, typically working independently or with a small team in a quiet environment.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Cook job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,653 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Commercial Kitchen Service Technician

Smart Care Equipment Solutions

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Smart Care Equipment Solutions rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 280 rated repair and maintenance companies

Job description

Commercial Kitchen Service Technician
Location St. Paul, MN
Sign-On/Retention Bonus and Up To 3 Weeks PTO Annually!
Pay range: $37-39hr DOE
What's in it For You:
  • On-the-job training with available on-demand technical support as well as ongoing formal hands-on and classroom training at our National Training Kitchen. Professional CFESA certifications with the potential for advancement.
  • Receive a company service vehicle, fuel card, tablet and cell phone for business use
  • Market-leading benefits program including 401k and paid time off
  • Take charge of your career through growth opportunities including advanced technician and management positions

What You Will Do:
  • Partner with restaurant and hospitality managers to offer comprehensive service solutions for commercial cooking, refrigeration, ware-washing, and other specialty food service equipment
  • Demonstrate your mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills and ability to read diagrams and schematics
  • Properly troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair Commercial Kitchen Equipment, including cooking, refrigeration, ware-washing and other specialty food service equipment
  • Communicate with manufacturers as needed to help with diagnoses and parts identification
  • Consult with the Technical Assistance Group for technical support while onsite
  • Install all parts ordered for the customer in a timely and professional manner and in line with company policy
  • Promote and recommend other services provided by Smart Care to customers when needed
  • Produce accurate and timely administrative documents, such as work orders, time reporting, receipts, and truck stock inventory
  • Follow safe work practices and accident prevention procedures
  • Maintain a neat and orderly service vehicle, along with accurate parts and tool inventory
  • Maintain productivity levels in accordance with company standards

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to frequently kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, reach, and occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds
  • Ability to work with moving mechanical parts, pressurized steam equipment, open flames, heated surfaces, liquids, and risk of electrical shock in damp, humid, or freezing conditions
  • Ability to work on ladders, roofs, and other high places

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of technical experience with refrigeration, appliance repair, kitchen equipment, HVAC, or relevant military service
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record
  • Willingness and ability to be involved with the emergency on-call rotation that includes nights and weekends
  • Availability for occasional overnight travel as assigned
  • Immigration sponsorship not provided for this role

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Relevant technical training, licenses, and/or certifications (i.e. EPA, CFESA)
  • Commercial refrigeration and/or commercial cooking equipment repair experience
  • Self-motivated with the proven ability prioritize and work independently with minimal direct supervision

About the Company
Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.
About Smart Care
Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.
Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care's application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at HR@smartcaresolutions.com.

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