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NYULMC

Third Cook/Special Order Cook

New York, NY · On-site

$27.75/hr

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Third Cook/Special Order Cook. In this role, the successful candidate Performs work moderate difficulty in the preparation of various menu items ...

FlexStaff

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

FlexStaff

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY

$14 - $19/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Northwell Health

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Northwell Health

Second Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Syosset, NY

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Flexstaff

Second Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Syosset, NY · On-site

$24/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

FlexStaff

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

FlexStaff

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY

$14 - $19/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Northwell Health

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY

$14 - $19/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Flexstaff

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Northwell Health

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Flexstaff

Second Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Melville, NY · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

FlexStaff

Second Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Syosset, NY

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Flexstaff

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY · On-site

$14 - $19/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Flexstaff

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY · On-site

$14 - $19/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

Northwell Health

Cook - FlexStaff (Temp)

Carmel, NY · On-site

$14 - $19/hr

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Third Cook / Special Order Cook, required. * Previous experience as a short order cook in an institutional or business environment, required. * Ability to read ...

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How much do 3rd cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3rd cook in the United States is $18.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3rd Cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 3rd Cook, you need basic culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and often a high school diploma or culinary training. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling certifications, and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are essential soft skills. These skills ensure food is prepared safely and consistently, contributing to kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction.

What are the main responsibilities of a 3rd Cook during a typical shift?

As a 3rd Cook, your primary responsibilities include preparing basic ingredients, assisting with meal prep, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. You'll often support higher-level cooks by following recipes, handling food storage, and ensuring that workstations are organized and sanitized. Collaboration is key, as you'll work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely meal service and adherence to food safety standards. This role is a great entry point for developing culinary skills and learning kitchen operations.

What are 3rd Cooks?

A 3rd Cook is an entry-level position in a kitchen, often responsible for basic food preparation and assisting higher-ranking cooks and chefs. Their duties typically include preparing ingredients, cleaning workstations, and helping with simple cooking tasks under supervision. 3rd Cooks are essential in maintaining kitchen efficiency and gaining hands-on experience for career advancement in the culinary field.

What is the difference between 3Rd Cook vs 2Nd Cook?

Aspect3Rd Cook2Nd Cook
CredentialsBasic culinary training, food safety certificationAdvanced culinary skills, supervisory experience
Work EnvironmentKitchen, food prep areasKitchen, often overseeing 3Rd Cooks
Employer UsageHotels, restaurants, cateringHotels, large restaurants, institutional kitchens

The 3Rd Cook typically handles basic food preparation and supports the kitchen team, while the 2Nd Cook has more experience, takes on supervisory duties, and prepares more complex dishes. The 2Nd Cook often oversees 3Rd Cooks, making it a step up in responsibility and skill level.

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Infographic showing various 3Rd Cook job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,143 per year, or $18.8 per hour.
Third Cook - Corcoran Commons

Third Cook - Corcoran Commons

Boston College

Chestnut Hill, MA • On-site

$25.09 - $27.88/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Boston College rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 530 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Boston College Introduction
Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,654 full-time undergraduates and 5,072 graduate and professional students. Ranked 37 among national universities, Boston College has 923 full-time and 1,336 FTE faculty, 2,822 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.9 billion.
Job Description
Third Cook
Basic Function and Responsibility:
Under direction, performs a variety of routine, supportive duties to assist in the preparation of food for use in the dining operations and/or catered events. Moderately heavy lifting is necessary.
Characteristic Duties:
  • As assigned, assists in the preparation of food items using recipes for all meals (breakfast, lunch, receptions and dinner).
  • As assigned, provides routine support in kitchen by performing duties such as, slicing, mixing, grilling, sauteing, roasting, steaming, baking and stewing.
  • Under direction of individual in charge, monitors foods while cooking to maintain proper temperatures and ensure proper timing cycles.
  • Transports food to serving areas, assembles and replenish food items as required.
  • May transport food and equipment to catered functions and then assists in the execution of events as assigned.
  • Performs routine sanitation and safety functions of work areas and equipment.
  • May assist in the training of food service workers and students as directed.
  • May be assigned other duties during slow periods such as semester breaks, holidays and summer.
  • Performs all other reasonable duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:
  • Reports to the Chef Manager in assigned unit, while receiving functional direction from unit chef, first, cook and other support personnel.

Supervision Exercised:
  • May assist in the monitoring of work by food service workers and students as required.

Hiring Range: $25.09/hr to $27.88/hr. Pay rate commensurate with relevant experience.
Requirements
Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent. Additional relevant experience may substitute for education. NRA ServSafe certification and MRA allergen training required.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a large volume food operation.
  • Must be able to read and write English.
  • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operation with diverse staff.
  • Outstanding human relations skills.
  • Must be able to operate basic kitchen equipment.

Closing Statement
Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:
  • Tuition remission for Employees
  • Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
  • Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Low-Cost Life Insurance
  • Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
  • Paid Holidays Annually
  • Generous Sick and Vacation Pay
  • Additional benefits can be found on https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbook

Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.
Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at https://www.bc.edu/nondiscrimination.

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