Weekend Cook

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

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is assisting a client in Education & Hospitality in Fayette, IA to hire a weekend cook. The role starts at 2pm with 8-hour shifts, focusing on meal prep for campus dining and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate has cook experience, can follow recipes, and is able to obtain a food safety certification. Strong teamwork and basic math for portioning are required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and cooking methods.
• Ability to obtain a food safety certification.
• Basic math for portioning and production needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication with teammates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items using established recipes and standards.
• Follow food safety regulations for sanitation and storage.
• Support weekend service during 2pm shifts (Sat/Sun).
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and wear required PPE/uniforms.
• Coordinate with kitchen team to ensure smooth meal production.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Team communication

Math for portions

Job description

Our client, serving Education & Hospitality is seeking a weekend cookto join their team. As a weekend cook, and starting at 2pm, you will be part of the Food Service team supporting daily meal preparation for campus dining. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for cooking, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to communicate clearly with teammates to keep service running smoothly.

Location: Fayette, IA

Pay Range: $18.30

Shift: 2pm, 8 hour shifts

What's the Job?

• Prepare and cook menu items using established recipes, production guidelines, and quality standards.
• Follow food safety regulations for accurate food handling, sanitation, and proper storage.
• Support weekend service by working efficiently during assigned hours (Sat/Sun).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while using required uniforms and/or PPE.
• Communicate with kitchen team members to coordinate tasks and ensure smooth meal production.

What's Needed?

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

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to bring recipes to life and contribute to a team-focused dining environment.
• Clear production guidelines and safety procedures to help you do your best work.
• Weekend-only schedule with 8-hour shifts starting at 2pm.
• Hands-on experience working with fresh ingredients and established kitchen equipment.
• A role that values health, safety, and consistent food handling practices.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

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

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.