--- title: Cook at Harry Meyering Center in Mankato, MN description: Harry Meyering Center is hiring for the Cook role in Mankato, MN. Pays $18 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/cook-at-harry-meyering-center-01a131da-fa13-7492-883f-3a58bab0357a date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Harry Meyering Center as Cook in Mankato, MN. Pays $18 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/oh16qj.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Harry Meyering Center | | **Location** | Mankato, MN | | **Salary** | $18/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 12, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Harry Meyering Center. - **E-Verify:** Harry Meyering Center uses E-Verify. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $38,000 – $46,000 a year (median $42,000). ## Description **Cook** **Harry Meyering Center (HMC)** supports people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in their homes and communities, helping them live meaningful and fulfilling lives. **Job Purpose** Do you enjoy cooking and preparing meals for others? Join the Harry Meyering Center team as a Cook! In this role, you'll prepare meals, plan menus, and help ensure the individuals we support receive nutritious meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences. You'll play an important role in creating a positive mealtime experience while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming kitchen environment. **Pay:** $18.00 per hour **Retention Bonus:** Eligible for a $1,000 retention bonus! **Schedule** - Tuesday and Wednesday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM - Thursday and Friday: 5:30 AM–1:30 PM - Every other weekend: 5:30 AM–1:30 PM - *Please note that this schedule includes early morning shifts and every-other-weekend availability.* **Responsibilities** - Interact with individuals genuinely and respectfully - Support and/or provide for the dietary needs of individuals - Maintain kitchen cleanliness, support team-oriented work environments, and provide safe working environments - Attend and complete all required training and in-services - Prepare meals according to the schedule and individual(s) dietary needs - Pursue professional growth and development - Must deliver groceries and pick up supplies in all types of weather - Maintain HIPAA Compliance in all written or verbal communications, both external and internal to HMC - Follow all health and safety policies and procedures **Benefits for Eligible Employees:** - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Employer HSA contributions - 401(k) with employer contributions - Employer-paid life insurance - Virtual healthcare option through Nice Healthcare - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Competitive paid time off and holidays **Qualifications** - Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED - Prior cooking experience or training is not preferred but not required - Must be self-motivated and exhibit strong interpersonal communication skills - The candidate must have basic knowledge of technology programs. The candidate must also be able to use and/or be willing to learn technology for daily charting - Must have a valid Driver’s License and pass a driving record check conducted by our insurance carrier unless otherwise noted - Must pass an MN Department of Human Services Background Study *If you have any questions about the opportunities for Direct Support Professionals and joining our team please feel free to reach out via email: or phone: (507)387-8281 Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of HMC to afford equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the application process and employment relationship including but not limited to hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, discipline, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment* ## Skills - Cleanliness - Self-Motivation - Cooking - Clinical Documentation - Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (Hipaa) Compliance - Interpersonal Skills - Workplace Safety - Driving ## Benefits - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - Tax-Advantaged Accounts ## Related - [Hospitality & Food Service jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Food & Beverage jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service/food-and-beverage?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Cook jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service/food-and-beverage/cook?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Minnesota](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/minnesota?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 48027 jobs - [Individual and Family Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/individual-and-family-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 47205 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)