Cook

Cook

This role prepares, cooks, and presents a variety of hot and cold food items for multiple meal periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special or catered events, while maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare and portion hot and cold food items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special or catered events.
• Cook a variety of menu items according to standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Set up, maintain, and break down the line and prep stations to ensure readiness for each meal period.
• Ensure all food is prepared and held at proper temperatures and in compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift, including equipment, utensils, and prep surfaces.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience working as a cook or line cook in a foodservice environment.
• Strong food preparation and cooking skills across a variety of hot and cold menu items.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines accurately.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen, cafeteria, or similar foodservice setting.
• Experience as a cook, line cook, food prep worker, or chef.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a kitchen team.
• Flexibility to support special events and catered functions as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a professional kitchen environment where you can apply and grow your culinary skills while contributing directly to a high-quality dining experience. The role offers steady, predictable hours on a consistent shift and the opportunity to work across multiple meal periods and special events, providing variety in your day-to-day work. You will be part of a team that values reliability, quality, and pride in food preparation.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional foodservice kitchen environment with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and teamwork. You will work the 2nd shift from 1:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with weekend shifts required. The dress code includes black pants, a black shirt, and non-slip shoes to support safety and a consistent professional appearance. The role involves standing for extended periods, working near hot equipment, and managing multiple tasks in a busy, fast-paced setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a contract position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha, NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.