Cook Helper

Mankato Area Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA Retirement Pension

403(b) Retirement Matching Program

Medical Coverage

Fully Paid Life Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Emergency Leave and Holidays

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Mankato Area Public Schools is seeking a Cook Helper at West High School to support the Cook Manager and team in meal preparation, planning, and serving. The role runs 8 hours per day, five days a week, from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, with a focus on timely, nutritious meals for students.

Applicants should have the ability to work as part of a team, adhere to safety and district standards, and contribute to a positive dining program.

Qualifications

• This position will be filled on the basis of the experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and having them ready on a timely basis.

Job description

• Position Type: Food Service/ Cook's Helper
• Date Posted: 9/4/2026
• Location: West High School
• Closing Date: 9/14/26, or until filled

Cook Helper

West High School

There is a position available for a Cook Helper at West High School beginning as soon as possible.

This position is for 8 hours per day/5 days per week (6:30 am - 2:30 pm).

Summary of Duties: The Cook Helper will assist the Cook Manager and 2nd cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of the school meal programs ensuring the nutrition and proper preparation of meals, and having them ready on a timely basis.

Qualifications Required: This position will be filled on the basis of the experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

• Public Employer's Retirement Association (PERA) Retirement Pension
• 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
• Medical Coverage
• Fully Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave,
• Emergency Leave and Holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Rate of Pay: $15.50 - $17.56

Application deadline: September 14, 2025, or until filled

For further information, call Darcy Stueber, Director of Food Services at 507-388-7442.