
Cook
State of Minnesota
Park Rapids, Minnesota

State of Minnesota
Employer: State of Minnesota. **Working Title: Cook** **Job Class: Cook** **Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources** + **Job ID** : 93504 + **Location** : _Itasca State Park + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Part-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Seasonal + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 04/14/2026 + **Closing Date** : 09/30/2026 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources + **Division/Unit** : DNR Parks & Trails Reg 1 / Itasca State Park + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Rotating Shift + **Days of Work** : Varies + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $21.41 - $29.22 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 203 - Service/AFSCME + **Work Area** : Itasca State Park + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Established in 1891, Itasca is the oldest state park in Minnesota and one of the first state parks in the country. Home to the Headwaters of the Mississippi River, the park is one of the top tourism attractions in the Upper Midwest. Itasca State Park operates 7 days a week with visitors on-site 24 hours a day year-round. This announcement will be used to fill multiple positions throughout the 2026 operating season at Itasca State Park. The DNR is currently seeking multiple part-time Cooks to prepare and cook food served at Itasca State Park. Normal anticipated season dates are beginning of May