Cook

Lunchtime Solutions; Manning (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal every shift

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Limited medical benefits for qualifying employees

Job summary

Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a Cook to join its school food service program in Manning, Iowa. Ideal candidates should have at least one year of food service experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to customer service. Enjoy a Monday to Friday daytime schedule with evenings and weekends free. Benefits include a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and free meals every shift. Join us in enhancing students’ dining experiences through nutritious meal preparation.

Qualifications

• 1 year food service experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to follow recipes and measure ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals by following recipes.
• Support meal operations and maintain food safety compliance.
• Train new staff and fill in other roles when needed.

Skills

Food service experience

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Customer service

Job description

It takes amazing people to make amazing dining experiences

Join our team! Lunchtime Solutions is a fast-growing company with a progressive work environment and great opportunities for personal growth. Make the most out of your talents and skills by helping to improve students’ school experience with better nutrition and an enjoyable dining atmosphere.

Location: On-site at IKM Manning
Schedule: Monday–Friday

This position starts in August for the 2026/2027 school year.

Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team‑focused Cook to join our school food service program. If you take pride in preparing nutritious and delicious meals, enjoy a positive work environment working with students, and want a schedule that supports work–life balance, this role is a great fit.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook high‑quality meals by following provided recipes and ensure everything is ready for scheduled serving times.
• Support daily meal operations by assisting with forecasting, preparing special diet items, helping with special events, and stocking/serving menu items during service.
• Maintain food safety and compliance by following HHFKA serving guidelines, completing HACCP logs and production records, and monitoring participation trends.
• Keep the kitchen running smoothly through regular cleaning, organizing storage areas using FIFO practices, and maintaining a safe, healthy work environment.
• Communicate and collaborate with supervisors, team members, school staff, and customers to ensure smooth operations and great service.
• Contribute to team growth by helping train new staff and filling in in other roles when needed.

What You Bring

• 1 year food service experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
• Dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Enjoy your evenings and weekends: our Monday–Friday daytime schedule means no late nights, no weekends, and no holidays spent in a kitchen.
• Follow the school-year rhythm: work when school is in session and enjoy built‑in breaks when students are out.
• Plan for your future: with our 401(k) retirement plan.
• Enjoy work life balance with paid time off and paid holidays.
• Eat well: enjoy a free, delicious meal every shift.
• Stay supported with a limited medical benefit plan available for those scheduled 5 hours or more everyday.

Our Values

At Lunchtime Solutions, our success comes from team members who:

• Take pride in what you do
• Focus on customer success
• Be a person of integrity
• Drive to improve
• Do it with passion
• Express gratitude
• Work as a team
• Embrace a healthy work‑life balance

Lunchtime Solutions performs post offer background investigations prior to starting employment with our company. This background investigation may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: criminal convictions and DMV record if appropriate for the position.

Lunchtime Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. EOE-M/F/Disabled/Vet. View Policy