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Cook - Farm Market

Elizabethtown, PA · On-site

$12.50 - $17/hr

Cook Farm Market Seasonal | Part Time | Days, Evenings, Weekends Masonic Villages of Pennsylvania ... Discounts for onsite Daycare * Free Gym and Pool Membership *** * Paid lunch break *** * Cell phone ...

ThedaCare

Hospital Cook - Part Time

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$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Access & Affordability * e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare About ThedaCare! Summary : The Cook prepares food according to the menu and food production needs of ...

Thedacare

Hospital Cook - Part Time

Manchester, IA · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Access & Affordability * e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare About ThedaCare! Summary : The Cook prepares food according to the menu and food production needs of ...

Masonic Villages

Short Order Cook

Sewickley, PA · On-site

$17.25/hr

Short Order Cook Part Time with benefits | (3pm -7pm) | Monday - Friday | Weekends as needed Pay ... Discounts for onsite Daycare for full-time employees * Free Gym and Pool Membership * Paid Lunch ...

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Prep Cook - The Summit at Snowbird

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time daycare cook in the United States is $19.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A part time daycare cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks for children according to meal plans and dietary guidelines. They ensure that the kitchen is clean and sanitary, follow food safety regulations, and accommodate any special dietary needs or allergies. Additionally, they may help with menu planning, inventory management, and sometimes assist with serving or supervising children during meal times.

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To thrive as a Part Time Daycare Cook, you need experience in basic food preparation, knowledge of child nutrition, and often a food handler's certification. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, menu planning software, and compliance with food safety regulations is typically required. Strong organizational skills, cleanliness, and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and children help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure the safe preparation of healthy meals, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to a positive daycare environment.

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Part-time daycare cooks often face challenges such as preparing nutritious meals within tight timeframes, accommodating various dietary restrictions, and maintaining strict food safety standards. Balancing meal prep with cleaning duties and coordinating with teachers about allergy concerns can add to the workload. Staying organized, planning menus in advance, and maintaining clear communication with staff are effective strategies to manage these challenges and ensure a positive, efficient kitchen environment.

What is the difference between Part Time Daycare Cook vs Part Time School Lunch Cook?

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CredentialsFood handler’s permit, basic cooking skillsFood handler’s permit, food safety certification
Work EnvironmentChildcare centers, daycare facilitiesSchools, educational institutions
Employer & IndustryChildcare providers, daycare industrySchool districts, educational sector
Common Search & ComparisonPart Time Daycare Cook vs Part Time School Lunch Cook

Both roles involve preparing meals for children in institutional settings, requiring food safety knowledge and basic cooking skills. The main difference lies in the work environment—daycare cooks serve young children in daycare centers, while school lunch cooks prepare meals for students in schools. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right fit based on their experience and career goals.

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Cook - Farm Market

Masonic Villages

Elizabethtown, PA • On-site

$12.50 - $17/hr

Full-time, Part-time

PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Masonic Villages rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 242 rated social care providers

Job description

Cook

Farm Market

Seasonal | Part Time | Days, Evenings, Weekends

Masonic Villages of Pennsylvania - Elizabethtown Campus - is immediately hiring for a Cook - Farm Market.

With over 145 years of providing award-winning care and services across the state of PA, Masonic Villages is driven by our Mission of Love to assist individuals in realizing their potential and enjoying the highest possible quality of life.

Why Choose Masonic Villages:

Each campus is supported by dedicated leaders who are fully invested in our Mission of Love and hiring like-minded individuals who are committed to providing heartfelt customer service and contributing to our team environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits and perks package to our employees supporting a premium employment experience, including but not limited to:

  • Comprehensive industry-leading benefits package ***
  • Vacation Time/Flex Time and Paid Holidays ***
  • Discounted Grocery gift cards
  • Discounts for onsite Daycare
  • Free Gym and Pool Membership ***
  • Paid lunch break ***
  • Cell phone discounts, shoe discount and discounted tickets for movies, theme parks, hotels, and MORE!
  • Employer matched Retirement Savings with free financial planning ***
  • Employer - sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • A commitment to growing our next generation of professionals with tuition and educational reimbursement/leadership and mentorship programs available.

Key: *** = Full Time & Part Time Regular Staff Only

As a Cook - Farm Market, you will carry out our Mission of Love by supervising all aspects of the Orchard View Cafe including inventory, menu planning, and preparation, while ensuring food safety guidelines are enforced.

Our Cook - Farm Market is responsible for the following:

  • Demonstrates a total understanding of cafe operations including menu planning, food preparation, retail merchandising, and signage.
  • Maintains inventory of food products including food, ice cream, and paper goods by estimating weekly needs, and orders food and supplies as needed.
  • Maintains clean and sanitary conditions of kitchen equipment and dining area in accordance with ServeSafe guidelines.
  • Monitors the entire food service process to ensure set targets are achieved. Establishes and implements a production schedule and ensures a sustainable operation by maintaining a record of prepared products to maximize sales, while limiting overproduction and waste.
  • Demonstrates the ability and knowledge to maintain and record daily cash receipts. Assists with daily, weekly and monthly cash deposits and records.
  • Excels in the ability to meet, interact and communicate with customers in a positive manner to elicit feedback on cafed items, and modifies product line as appropriate.
  • Demonstrates leadership skills. Has received managerial training and assumes retail -Manager On Duty- role when required, which involves opening and closing of the Orchard View Cafe and Farm Market.
  • Coordinates training and supervision of all cafe staff. Resolves staff grievances and maintains good interdepartmental relationships.
  • Assists in developing, establishing, and obtaining departmental financial sales goals.

What You Need as a Cook - Farm Market:

  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
  • Some cooking and retail sales experience preferred.
  • Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment including ovens and stovetop burners.
  • Basic math / retail monetary skills
  • Good written, oral, organizational and basic computer skills.
  • Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Ability to obtain a ServeSafe certification.
  • Ability to understand ingredient lists and efficiently follow recipes in detail.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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