Lead Cook

Lead Cook - University Food Service
Pay: $16.00/hour | Weekly Pay


We are hiring an experienced Lead Cook to join a university food service team. This position is ideal for someone with strong kitchen experience who can help keep food preparation and daily service running smoothly.


Available Shifts:
- 1st Shift: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM
- 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM-8:00 PM

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and production guidelines
- Support daily kitchen operations and meal service
- Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards
- Keep kitchen equipment and work areas clean and organized

Requirements:

- Previous cooking or food service experience
- Must pass a 7-year background check
- E-Verify required
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be flexible with scheduling as needed
- Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, stand, and walk for extended periods
- Dependable attendance and professional attitude

Our Commitment to Fair Hiring:

HireQuest does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or other legally protected group status in making hiring or employment decisions.


We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, industries, and abilities to join our team. HireQuest is a global workforce solutions provider offering everything from on-demand staffing to executive recruiting through our core brands: HireQuest Direct, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp. Recognized by SIA as one of the "Largest Staffing Firms" and "Fastest Growing Staffing Firms," we take pride in building inclusive teams. To ensure every applicant has a positive experience, our hiring and interview process is designed to meet diverse needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] .