School Cafeteria Cook Helper | 6-Hour Shift + Benefits

Mankato Area Public Schools; Avalon (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA Retirement Pension

403(b) Retirement Matching

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 Dakota Meadows Middle School to support the kitchen team in meal preparation, documentation and service. The role runs 6 hours per day, five days a week, with a start as soon as possible and an 7:45 am to 1:45 pm schedule.

Pay ranges from $15.77 to $18.09 per hour, with benefits including PERA, 403(b), medical coverage, life insurance and paid leave. Applications close November 5, 2026, or until filled.

Qualifications

• Position filled on the basis of experience, competency, and district needs.
• District complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cook Manager and second cook in preparation, planning, documentation and serving of school meals.

Job description

Mankato Area Public Schools is seeking a Cook Helper at Dakota Meadows Middle School to support the kitchen team in meal preparation, documentation and service. The role runs 6 hours per day, five days a week, with a start as soon as possible and an 7:45 am to 1:45 pm schedule.

Pay ranges from $15.77 to $18.09 per hour, with benefits including PERA, 403(b), medical coverage, life insurance and paid leave. Applications close November 5, 2026, or until filled.