Top 46 Kitchen cook Jobs in Ames, Ia

Cook I
Iowa State University —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- University
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Line Cook at Sweet Caroline's
Sweet Caroline's —Ames, IA
- Cleaning
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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Cook / Dietary Aide
Rose of Ames - Senior Communities —Ames, IA
- From $14 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Child Care Center Cook
Everbrook Academy —Ames, IA
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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Cook
Panda Restaurant Group —Ames, IA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Email
- Serving
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Prep Cook
GATEWAY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER —Ames, IA
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
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Prep Cook (Premium)
Levy Sector —Ames, IA
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Line Cook
Texas Roadhouse —Ames, IA
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Opportunities for advancement
Prep Cook at Sweet Caroline's
Sweet Caroline's —Ames, IA
- $15 - $16 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Restaurant
- Entry level
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Line Cook at Whiskey River
Whiskey River —Ames, IA
- From $15 an hour
- Cleaning
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
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(AM) Bistro Server
Courtyard by Marriott Ames —Ames, IA
- Part-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Restaurant
Cook
Red Lobster —Ames, IA
- Part-time
- US work authorization
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Line Cook - PM shift
GATEWAY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER —Ames, IA
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
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Kitchen Team Member/Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings —Ames, IA
- Part-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- 16+ years old
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Cook
Perkins —Ames, IA
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Guest services
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef
Courtyard by Marriott Ames —Ames, IA
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
Dishwasher
Red Lobster —Ames, IA
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- US work authorization
- Restaurant
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Line Cook
Courtyard by Marriott —Ankeny, IA
- Part-time
- Hotel
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Restaurant
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
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Prep Cook/Cashier - Ballard Community School
Lunchtime Solutions Inc. —Huxley, IA
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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9h
Cook
Wingstop —Ames, IA
- $14 an hour
- Full-time
- No education required
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Cook I

Iowa State University -
Ames, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
On-the-job training
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Childcare
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Recipe adherence
Food preparation for special diets
Maintaining an organized workspace
Food service health code compliance
Food service cleaning
Meat preparation
Adhering to dietary requirements
Employee relationship building
Food service inventory management
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Hospitality industry experience
Working with students
Team training
Refrigerators
Kitchen staff training
Baked goods
Safety hazards
Meat cookery
Quality control experience within food and beverage industry
Production records
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Entry level
Addressing dietary restrictions in food service
Kitchen organization

Full Job Description

Position Title:

Cook I

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

Job Description:

Iowa State University Dining is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Cook I across multiple campus dining locations. These positions will be 9, 10, 11 and 12 month opportunities with varies schedules offered. This is a great opportunity for those with experience in food service, hospitality, or customer-facing roles who enjoy hands-on kitchen work and want to build their skills in a steady, team-focused environment.

At ISU Dining, you’ll work alongside a dedicated group of culinary professionals in one of the largest dining programs in the country. With more than 20 dining locations on campus, our teams prepare fresh, high-quality food while supporting daily campus life. Positions may support a variety of service areas, including residential dining, retail locations, and catering operations.

Learn more about Iowa State University Dining:
https://www.dining.iastate.edu

What You’ll Do

Prepare and cook food by following recipes and production guidelines for a variety of menu items.
Support service operations by assisting with daily meal service and/or catering events, as assigned.
Maintain food safety standards by following proper sanitation, safety, and temperature requirements.
Assist with training and team support by helping guide student employees and supporting coworkers during service.
Handle supplies and inventory by monitoring food and supply needs and assisting with deliveries.
Keep work areas clean and organized by maintaining kitchen equipment, utensils, and prep spaces.

What You’ll Get

Insurance benefits beginning on your first day, with timely enrollment.
Retirement benefits with strong university contributions.
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
Tuition reimbursement available after one year of employment.
Free meals provided during scheduled work shifts.
A collaborative, service-oriented workplace dedicated to supporting students.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares and cooks meats, fish, vegetables, gravies, cereals, soups, fruits, bakery products and other forms of food.
Prepares and cooks food for special diets from recipes formulated by qualified personnel.
Assists in on-the-job training and assists in directing the work of food service workers, students and other employees within area of assignment.
Assists in the preparation of salads and desserts.
Notifies supervisor of food and supplies needed.
Checks in food and supplies as necessary.
Maintains food production records.
Cleans kitchen, kitchen utensils and equipment; secures refrigerator and freezer.
Serves food as required.
Maintains maximum standards of sanitation and safety.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to judge final food product for quantity (yield) and quality (color, taste, texture, etc.).
Ability to determine the freshness and quality of raw and cooked food products by sight and taste.
Knowledge of safe temperatures for serving food and storage of refrigerated and frozen storage of raw and cooked foods.
Knowledge of principles of food sanitation, health hazards, and the necessary precautionary measures.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to provide on-the-job training in food preparation to lower level employees.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

0004a

Original Posting Date:

June 30, 2026

Posting Close Date:

August 31, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19550

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected] .

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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