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University of Alaska

Temporary Food Service Cook

Juneau, AK · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

UAS Food Services is hiring a temporary part-time cook to assist with food service operations, including grill and hot line, cashiering and customer service, and barista duties. We strongly encourage ...

Arctic Catering

Head Cook - Remote Work

Anchorage, AK · On-site +1

Description JOB SUMMARY The primary responsibility of the Head Cook is to manage assigned catering ... temporary catering job assignments in the absence of staff members • Supervise train and develop ...

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How much do temporary cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary cook in Alaska is $17.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.52 and $19.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Temporary Cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Cook, you need strong food preparation skills, knowledge of kitchen safety, and experience with various cooking techniques, often supported by a food handler’s certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale systems, and food storage protocols is typically required. Adaptability, time management, and teamwork are vital soft skills for success in fast-paced, changing environments. These competencies ensure efficient service, food quality, and seamless integration into different kitchen teams.

What is the difference between Temporary Cook vs Full-Time Cook?

AspectTemporary CookFull-Time Cook
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferredSame as temporary; often requires additional experience or certifications
Work EnvironmentShort-term assignments in various settings like events, catering, or seasonal kitchensLong-term employment in restaurants, hotels, or institutional kitchens
Employment DurationTemporary, project-based, or seasonalPermanent, ongoing employment
Employer UsageEvent companies, catering services, temp agenciesRestaurants, hotels, hospitals, schools

Temporary Cooks typically work on short-term or seasonal projects, often through agencies or for specific events, while Full-Time Cooks are employed permanently in a consistent work environment. Both roles require similar credentials and certifications, but their employment terms and work settings differ significantly.

What are temporary cooks?

Temporary cooks are culinary professionals hired for a limited period to prepare and cook food in a variety of settings, such as restaurants, catering events, hotels, or institutional kitchens. They often fill in during staff shortages, busy seasons, or special events. Temporary cooks may be employed through staffing agencies or directly by employers, and their assignments can range from a single shift to several weeks. They are expected to adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and follow the specific recipes, safety, and hygiene standards of each workplace.
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UTQIAGVIK: Temporary Cook's Helper

UTQIAGVIK: Temporary Cook's Helper

North Slope Borough School District

Barrow, AK • On-site

$20.81/hr

Temporary

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Assist in the preparation and service of food in a manner that will ensure nutritious meals and snacks, served at appropriate times, while safeguarding the heath of students, staff, and visitors.
NSBSD Pedagogy
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
  • A graduate from high school or a general education degree is required.

Language Skills and Abilities:
  • Present information and respond clearly and understandably to questions from supervisor, staff, students, and the public.
  • Read and interpret procedures, policies, and regulations, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Reasoning Ability:
  • Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of non-standard situations.
  • Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • Current Alaska Driver's License

Preferred Skills and Abilities:
  • Iñupiaq speaking, language & culture experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Participate in the production and service of palatable school meals.
  • Participate in storage, clean up, and safety tasks
  • Operate the food service vehicles to deliver food and staff to and from the school sites.
  • Expedite incoming and outgoing food to locations as required.
  • Process incoming freight and check necessary paperwork.
  • Lift and stock freight in appropriate storage areas. Keep all storage areas neat and clean.
  • Keep all storage areas neat and clean.
  • Operate a pallet jack for positioning pallets of food.
  • Lift 70 pounds.
  • Perform such other tasks and assume other responsibilities as the supervisor may assign.
  • Adhere to all District policies and regulations.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Environmental Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is regularly required to work in noisy, overcrowded environments, and around dust, fumes, and odors, cleaning chemicals, work with hands in water, and must operate machinery with moving parts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Benefits
Work Year: School-Year
Range and Minimum Salary Grade:
  • Grade 12

$20.81 (Per Hour)

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