Cook

Manpower; Iowa; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Cook to join their team in Fayette, IA. You will be part of the food service team supporting daily meal preparation and service, with a strong commitment to food safety, following production guidelines, and a positive, team-focused attitude to keep service running smoothly.

Shifts are Monday to Friday from 5:30am to 1:30pm, with opportunities to grow through practical experience with different cuisines and cooking styles. Pay is $18.30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role, ideally in commercial kitchens.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Able to acquire food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting for portioning and inventory.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in a commercial kitchen using established recipes and production guidelines.
• Follow food safety regulations, including sanitation and proper storage practices.
• Support meal production Monday to Friday from 5:30am to 1:30pm.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly with team members and report to the assigned supervisor at Upper Iowa University.

Job description

Our client is seeking a Cook to join their team. As a Cook, you will be part of the food service team supporting daily meal preparation and service. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to food safety, the ability to follow production guidelines, and a positive, team-focused attitude that helps keep service running smoothly.

Job Title: Cook

Location: Fayette, IA

Pay Range: $18.30

What's the Job?

• Prepare and cook menu items in a commercial kitchen environment using established recipes and production guidelines.
• Follow food safety regulations, including accurate food handling, sanitation, and proper storage practices.
• Support consistent meal production Monday to Friday from 5:30am to 1:30pm.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures to help ensure safe food service.
• Communicate clearly with team members and report to the assigned supervisor at Upper Iowa University, 605 Washington Street, Fayette, IA.

What's Needed?

• Experience as a cook or in a related role, ideally in commercial kitchens.
• Validated knowledge of basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Ability to acquire food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills to support portioning, inventory, and production needs.
• Interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a hands-on kitchen role where you can bring recipes to life and refine your cooking skills.
• Use production guidelines and safety procedures designed to help you succeed.
• Join a team environment focused on quality, consistency, and safe food handling.
• Clear scheduling Monday to Friday with a defined shift start time.
• Opportunity to grow through practical experience with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)