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Compass Group

COOK (PART TIME)

Junction City, KS

$13 - $17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for part time COOK positions. * Location : Geary County USD - 123 North Eisenhower Drive, Junction City, KS 66441. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule ...

Chartwells K12

COOK (PART TIME)

Lansing, KS · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

* We are hiring immediately for part time COOK positions. * Location : Lansing USD 469 - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Part time ...

Homestead of Atchison

Cook

Atchison, KS · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Homestead of Atchison (formerly Vintage Park at Atchison) is looking for a part-time cook to round out our kitchen staff. We offer: * Competitive salaries! * Benefits, including medical, dental and ...

Homestead of Hays

Dietary Cook

Hays, KS

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Homestead of Hays is looking for a part-time cook to round out our kitchen staff. We offer: * Competitive salaries! * Benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage! * 401(k) with company ...

Delta Gamma

Part-time Cook Position

Topeka, KS · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

The Cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards, and following established ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL AND PART TIME)

Wichita, KS

$16.25/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full and part time COOK positions. * Address : Touchpoint Ascension St Teresa - 14800 West St. Teresa, Wichita, KS 67235. Note: online applications accepted only.

Compass Group

COOK (FULL AND PART TIME)

Wichita, KS

$16.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full and part time COOK positions. * Address : FS-VIA Christi HOS - 929 North St. Francis, Wichita, KS 67214. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule ...

Winfield Senior Living Community

Cook Part Time

Winfield, KS · On-site

$11.50 - $15.25/hr

Looking for a Part-Time Gig? Bring Your Cooking Skills to Our Team! At Winfield Senior Living , we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to make a ...

Winfield Senior Living

Cook Part Time

Winfield, KS · On-site

$11.50 - $15.25/hr

Looking for a Part-Time Gig? Bring Your Cooking Skills to Our Team! At Winfield Senior Living , we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to make a ...

Children of America

Cook/Food Prep

Olathe, KS · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Our goal is to provide nutritious, wholesome meals and snacks cooked onsite , and we are seeking a part-time Cook / Food Prep team member who loves preparing healthy, delicious meals that appeal to ...

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What is the difference between Part Time Cooks vs Part Time Kitchen Assistants?

AspectPart Time CooksPart Time Kitchen Assistants
CredentialsCooking experience, food safety certificationsBasic food handling, no specialized certifications usually required
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, cateringKitchen support areas, prep stations, cafeterias
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesHospitals, schools, large cafeterias
Common Search & Comparison IntentCooking skills, menu preparationKitchen support, food prep tasks

Part Time Cooks focus on preparing and cooking food, often requiring culinary skills and certifications. In contrast, Part Time Kitchen Assistants support kitchen operations with basic food prep and cleaning tasks. Both roles are essential in food service environments but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cooks jobs in Kansas? The most popular types of Cooks jobs in Kansas are:
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Infographic showing various Part Time Cooks job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 36% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

COOK (PART TIME)

Compass Group

Junction City, KS

$13 - $17.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,087 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

337th of 481 rated business services

Job description

  • We are hiring immediately for part time COOK positions.
  • Location: Geary County USD - 123 North Eisenhower Drive, Junction City, KS 66441. Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Part time schedules; Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 1:30 PM. More details upon interview. 
  • Requirement: Prior cooking experience and a ServSafe certification are required. 
  • Pay Range:  $17.00 per hour to $18.00 per hour.
    *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1540960.

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Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,300 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit www.ChartwellsK12.com.

Job Summary


Summary:   Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.  
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
  • Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
  • Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
  • Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
  • Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
  • Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
  • Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
  • Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
  • Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
  • Attends in-service and safety meetings.
  • Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
  • Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
  • Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
  • Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
    • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
    • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
    • The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Associates at Chartwells K-12 are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

  • Retirement Plan
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsK12.pdf

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf will be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year. 

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
 

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.

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