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How much do remote cooking jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote cooking in Missouri is $16.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $17.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is remote cooking?

Remote cooking refers to the practice of preparing and teaching cooking skills or recipes from a distance, often using digital platforms such as video calls, livestreams, or pre-recorded tutorials. This allows chefs, instructors, or home cooks to guide others in real-time or asynchronously, regardless of their physical location. Remote cooking can be part of virtual cooking classes, culinary consultations, or even remote meal preparation services where instructions are given online and food is prepared separately. It has become increasingly popular as a flexible way to learn new recipes, connect with others, or offer culinary services without the need for in-person interaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote cook?

To thrive as a Remote Cook, you need strong culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and experience in menu planning or meal prep, usually backed by culinary training or relevant certifications. Familiarity with kitchen management software, virtual collaboration tools, and remote ordering systems is often required. Excellent communication, time management, and adaptability are vital soft skills for coordinating with clients or teams from a distance. These abilities ensure high-quality food preparation, efficient operations, and customer satisfaction in a remote work environment.

How do remote cooks effectively collaborate with clients and team members when not working in a traditional kitchen setting?

Remote cooking professionals typically use video conferencing platforms, project management tools, and shared digital resources to maintain clear communication with clients and team members. They may conduct virtual cooking lessons, menu planning sessions, or offer real-time support through chat or video calls. Building strong relationships and adapting to various communication styles is key, as much of the collaboration happens online. Staying organized and proactive ensures seamless coordination and high-quality results, even outside of a traditional kitchen.

What is the difference between Remote Cooking vs Remote Food Preparation?

AspectRemote CookingRemote Food Preparation
CredentialsCooking skills, culinary certificationsFood safety, prep skills, certifications often required
Work EnvironmentKitchen, culinary studio, or virtual cooking classesKitchen, food prep facilities, or virtual food prep tutorials
Industry UsageRestaurants, catering, online cooking classesMeal kit services, food delivery, online food prep content
Search & Comparison IntentCooking techniques, recipes, culinary jobsFood prep tasks, meal assembly, food industry jobs

Remote Cooking involves preparing meals or teaching cooking skills remotely, often requiring culinary certifications and hands-on skills. Remote Food Preparation focuses on assembling ingredients, meal prep, or food assembly tasks that can be done virtually or in a food industry setting. While both roles involve food, Remote Cooking emphasizes culinary artistry, whereas Remote Food Preparation centers on ingredient handling and meal assembly.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cooking jobs in Missouri?

The most popular types of Cooking jobs in Missouri are:

What cities in Missouri are hiring for Remote Cooking jobs?

Cities in Missouri with the most Remote Cooking job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Cooking job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,376 per year, or $16 per hour.

Cook (Ozark Tavern) NA-04

United States Army Installation Management Command

Fort Leonard Wood, MO • On-site, Remote

$19.96 - $23.29/hr

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Summary
This position is located at Ozark Tavern on Fort Leonard Wood, MO.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for two professional and two personal references on your resume.
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Duties
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  • Performs a full range of simple cooking. Preparing/cooking items that require little/no processing. Prepares hot cereals and concentrated or rehydrated soups, sauces and gravies. Makes cold sandwich fillings. Sets up and replenishes salad bar.
  • Prepares food by peeling, chopping, grinding, paring, cutting, slicing, dicing, pureeing, dredging, flouring, breading. Weighs, measures, assembles, and mixes ingredients according to recipes. Covers, dates, stores leftovers according to procedures.
  • Operates a variety of kitchen equipment using gas, electricity, steam, microwave. Disassembles, cleans, assembles component parts and accessories. Uses and cleans a variety of cooking utensils to measure, weigh, and process food items.
  • Cleans, stores, maintains equipment and all work areas, such as worktables, floors, walk-in refrigerators. Follows established sanitation procedures when handling food. Ensures foods are stored at the correct temperatures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, Chapter 2. to include a medical examination and Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally controlled facilities.
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to complete a physical
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds.
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to satisfactory complete a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually.
  • Incumbent must be willing and able to operate, disassemble and clean basic food service equipment such as griddles, broilers, and food grinders.
  • Incumbent must be able to follow written and verbal instructions, particularly standard recipes, and detailed cooking instructions.
  • Incumbent must be able to perform basic arithmetic (e.g., add, subtract, multiply etc.) to measure ingredients in a recipe.
  • Working Conditions: Employee is exposed to steam, fumes, odors from cooking, and to extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigerators or freezing units. Must stand on tile floor, subject to burns, cuts, and slipping on wet floors.
  • Physical Effort: Work involves continual standing and walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. Must be able to lift 40 pounds unassisted, and occasionally lift or move objects weighing over 40 pounds with the assistance.

Qualifications
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following:
  • Neatness and good grooming.
  • Dependability.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Work experience in preparing foods and cooking simple foods and short orders in a cafeteria, restaurant, or mess.

**Your resume should be clear and specific. You will be rated based solely off of the information provided within your resume. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and the duties performed **
In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered Highly Preferred:**To meet Highly Preferred eligibility, you must meet all Minimum and Highly Preferred Qualifications, and this information must be clearly detailed on your resume.**
HIGHLY PREFFERED:
  • Possess six (6) months or more of cooking experience in a dining establishment.

*Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Area of Consideration
  • This job is open to candidates who are WORLDWIDE. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Application Option
  • If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
  • Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 11:59AM CST on 08/26/2026 to ensure timely processing.
  • Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials
  • This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities:
  • Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities:
  • After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference:
  • Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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  • Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
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