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Temporary Cooks Jobs in O Fallon, IL (NOW HIRING)

Compass Group

COOK

East Saint Louis, IL · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for part time COOK positions. * Location : East Saint Louis School ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

COOK

Florissant, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Previous cooking experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.91 per hour to $17.00 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

COOK (PART TIME)

East Saint Louis, IL

$13 - $17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for part time COOK positions. * Location : East Saint Louis School ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Chartwells K12

COOK (PART TIME)

East Saint Louis, IL · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for part time COOK positions. * Location : East Saint Louis School ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Chartwells K12

COOK (FULL TIME)

University City, MO · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Previous cooking experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.50 per hour to $16.50 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

COOK (PART TIME)

East Saint Louis, IL · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for part time COOK positions. * Location : East Saint Louis School ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

COOK

University City, MO · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Previous cooking experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.50 per hour to $16.50 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Lona's Lil Eats

BOH Team Member

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... cook, assemble, and plate dishes accurately and quickly during service * Build dine-in, take-away, and catering orders to spec * Follow all food-safety and sanitation standards -- proper temps ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME)

University City, MO · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Previous cooking experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.50 per hour to $16.50 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME)

University City, MO · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Previous cooking experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.50 per hour to $16.50 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Florissant, MO · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Previous cooking experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.91 per hour to $17.00 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Florissant, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Previous cooking experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.91 per hour to $17.00 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Walgreens

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

Florissant, MO · On-site

$13.25 - $18.25/hr

Assists with separation of food items (e.g., raw foods from pre-cooked) and product placement as specified by policies/procedures (e.g., raw and frozen meats on bottom shelves). For consumable items ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary cooks in O Fallon, IL is $14.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Cooks vs Part-Time Cooks?

AspectTemporary CooksPart-Time Cooks
CredentialsBasic culinary skills, sometimes food handler certificationSame as Temporary Cooks, often with additional certifications
Work EnvironmentVaries by assignment, often short-term or seasonalConsistent, scheduled shifts in restaurants, catering, or institutions
Employer UsageStaffing agencies, event companies, temporary staffing firmsRestaurants, hotels, catering services with regular part-time roles
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for short-term culinary work or seasonal jobsSeeking ongoing part-time culinary employment with regular hours

Temporary Cooks typically work on short-term assignments through staffing agencies or for seasonal events, while Part-Time Cooks have scheduled, ongoing shifts in restaurants or catering services. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, but their employment nature and work schedules differ.

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COOK

Compass Group

East Saint Louis, IL • On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,098 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

349th of 500 rated business services

Job description

  • We are hiring immediately for part time COOK positions.
  • Location: East Saint Louis School District - 1005 State Street, East Saint Louis, IL 62205. Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Part time schedules; Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.
  • Requirement: Prior cooking experience is preferred, but not required.
  • Pay Range: $15.50 per hour to $17.00 per hour.
    *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!
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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