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Weekend Cooking Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Raising Cane's

Cook - Nights/Weekends

Shoreview, MN

$15/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising ...

Crestview Management, LLC

Cook

Bloomington, MN

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. * High school diploma or equivalent ...

Care & Rehab

Cook

Ostrander, MN · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed * High school diploma or equivalent

Care & Rehab

Cook

Ostrander, MN · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed * High school diploma or equivalent

New Horizon

Cook

Mahtomedi, MN · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Wednesdays and weekends, but flexible. No late nights, no early mornings. Great Job for someone just looking for a little extra. Daily Pay Available! We are seeking a cook to join our team. The ideal ...

New Horizon Foods

Cook

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

Every other weekend off! Daily Pay Available! We are seeking a cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work on ...

New Horizon Foods

Cook

Mahtomedi, MN

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Cook-PT Seeking weekend hours 9am-530pm Sat./Sun. Possibility of more hour as well. Location: Mahtomedi, MN What Makes This Location Special- No Late nights! Very Flexible hours. Great company that ...

New Horizon Foods

Cook

Saint Paul, MN

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Cook Cook-PT Seeking weekend hours 9am-530pm Sat./Sun. Possibility of more hour as well. Location: Mahtomedi, MN What Makes This Location Special- No Late nights! Very Flexible hours. Great company ...

New Horizon

Cook

Mahtomedi, MN · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Cook-PT Seeking weekend hours 9am-530pm Sat./Sun. Possibility of more hour as well. Location: Mahtomedi, MN What Makes This Location Special- No Late nights! Very Flexible hours. Great company that ...

New Horizon

Cook

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

Every other weekend off! Daily Pay Available! We are seeking a cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work on ...

New Horizon Foods

Cook

Mahtomedi, MN · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Wednesdays and weekends, but flexible. No late nights, no early mornings. Great Job for someone just looking for a little extra. Daily Pay Available! We are seeking a cook to join our team. The ideal ...

New Horizon Foods

Cook

Saint Paul, MN

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Wednesdays and weekends, but flexible. No late nights, no early mornings. Great Job for someone just looking for a little extra. Daily Pay Available! We are seeking a cook to join our team. The ideal ...

Mission Health

Cook

New Hope, MN · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

WORK SCHEDULE This full-time cook position works days, evenings, and weekends. ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR DIETARY TEAM? If you feel you are right for this rehabilitation nursing job, please fill out ...

Beef 'O' Brady's Andover

Cook

Andover, MN

$16 - $21/hr

Now hiring Full-Time and Part-Time cooking staff. Our back-of-the-house team members are ... Available to work weekend and holiday shifts * Ability to read tickets, recipes, prep sheets, and ...

Cassia

Cook

Richfield, MN · On-site

$18.54 - $23.69/hr

Every other Weekend Saturday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Sunday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM Wage Range: $18.54 to $23.69 / hour depending on experience Location: 400 West 67th Street, Richfield, MN 55423 Cook ...

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How much do weekend cooking jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend cooking in Minnesota is $16.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $18.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by weekend cooks, and how can they be managed?

Weekend cooks often face the challenge of managing a high volume of orders in a short timeframe, as weekends typically see increased customer traffic. Efficient prep work, time management, and clear communication with other kitchen staff are crucial for maintaining quality and speed. It's also important to adapt quickly to menu changes or special requests, and to stay organized under pressure. Building strong teamwork skills and staying proactive during slower periods can help prevent stress during peak hours.

What is the difference between Weekend Cooking vs Weekend Chef?

AspectWeekend CookingWeekend Chef
CredentialsBasic culinary knowledge, food safety certificationsProfessional culinary training, certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentHome kitchens, small catering events, food blogsRestaurants, catering services, private events
Employer & IndustryIndividuals, small businesses, food mediaRestaurants, catering companies, hospitality industry
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Weekend Cooking typically refers to individuals preparing food during weekends, often for personal enjoyment, blogging, or small-scale catering. Weekend Chef usually denotes a professional or semi-professional cook working in restaurants or catering services during weekends. While both roles involve culinary skills, Weekend Chefs often have formal training and work in commercial settings, whereas Weekend Cooks may operate more informally or as hobbyists.

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

To thrive as a Weekend Cook, you need basic culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and experience with meal preparation, often backed by a food handler’s permit or relevant training. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and inventory management tools is typically required. Strong time management, teamwork, and communication skills help ensure smooth operations, especially during busy service hours. These skills are crucial for delivering quality meals efficiently while maintaining a safe and collaborative kitchen environment.

What are weekend cooking jobs?

Weekend cooking jobs typically involve preparing and serving meals during weekends, often in restaurants, catering services, hotels, or private homes. These positions may include roles such as line cook, prep cook, personal chef, or event caterer. Weekend cooking jobs are ideal for individuals looking for part-time work or extra income, and they often require flexibility, food safety knowledge, and basic culinary skills. Responsibilities can range from food preparation and cooking to cleaning and ensuring kitchen safety standards are met.
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Infographic showing various Weekend Cooking job openings in Minnesota as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 56% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 9% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,850 per year, or $16.8 per hour.
Cook - Nights/Weekends

Cook - Nights/Weekends

Raising Cane's

Shoreview, MN

$15/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 1,528 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 103 rated fast food restaurants

Job description

Starting hiring pay at: $15.00


As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising Cane's is a fun and fast paced environment. Crank up the music and have some fun while you are working hard to prepare the highest quality chicken finger meals for our customers to enjoy. Starting out in the back of the house at Raising Cane's can lead to many promotional opportunities for Cooks to grow their career by moving into advanced roles like Bird Specialist or Certified Trainer.

We are looking to immediately hire entry level and experienced Cooks who can thrive in an upbeat and fast-paced food service environment.We are hiring immediately for Cooks that can work all shifts: opening shifts, closing shifts and everything in between. Whether you have previous experience as a customer service associate, retail team member, cashier, restaurant server, kitchen lead, cook, prep cook, drive-thru cashier or any other restaurant or service-oriented role - we have a position for you. We offer competitive pay and benefits for all positions. Even if you don't have previous Restaurant experience, this position is entry-level (yes, that's no experience required) and we provide paid training for every new Restaurant Cook on the team. We will make sure you are prepared to grow your Restaurant career with us.

Within your first year of working in the Restaurant, you can earn up to an extra $1.50 per hour in pay increases through additional training, certifications, and performance evaluations! If you want to be at Restaurant that is a FUN place to work, that values your growth and provides opportunities to impact your community, we want you on our team

Qualities of awesome Canes Restaurant Cook:

  • Team player
  • Excellent communicator
  • Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic
  • Hard working and attentive
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Authentic and genuine
  • Takes pride in doing a good job

Benefits available for hourly Crew:

  • Access to voluntary benefits through an insurance marketplace, including Medical & Pharmacy, Dental, Vision Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Insurance, Auto and Renter's Insurance, and ID Theft Protection
  • OnePass Gym Membership Program
  • 401(k) With Safe Harbor Employer Match (age 21 & older)
  • Access to financial advisors for budget and retirement planning
  • Crewmember Assistance Program
  • Education assistance
  • Pet Insurance

Perks & Rewards for hourly Crew:

  • Paid Time Off*
  • Closed for all major holidays**
  • Early closure for company events
  • Casual Work Attire
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Perkspot Employee Discount Program

*Must satisfy hours requirement per year

**Locations may vary


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

The intellectual and physical demands described below are representative of what must be met by Crewmembers to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lift and carry, push or pull heavy objects up to 50 pounds
  • Kneel, bend, twist or stoop
  • Ascend or descend stairs
  • Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to show up to scheduled shifts on time
  • Cleaning tables, floors and other areas of the Restaurant
  • Taking orders from Customers and processing payments efficiently
  • Follow proper safety procedures when handling and/or preparing food
  • Ability to multitask


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • Provide all Customers with quick and friendly service
  • Work together as a team, assisting other Crewmembers in completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service
  • Work under pressure and at a fast pace
  • Align with Raising Cane's culture by balancing Working Hard and Having Fun
  • Take initiative
  • Comply with Company policies

Raising Cane's appreciates & values individuality. EOE




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