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Basin Harbor

Breakfast Cook I & II

Vergennes, VT · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Our Breakfast Cooks start their day early and are responsible for preparing morning meals (eggs, pancakes, meats), focusing on quality. Key responsibilities include preparing mise en place, operating ...

BEACH PROPERTIES INC

Breakfast Cook I & II

Vergennes, VT · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Our Breakfast Cooks start their day early and are responsible for preparing morning meals (eggs, pancakes, meats), focusing on quality. Key responsibilities include preparing mise en place, operating ...

Basin Harbor

Breakfast Cook I & II

Vergennes, VT · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Our Breakfast Cooks start their day early and are responsible for preparing morning meals (eggs, pancakes, meats), focusing on quality. Key responsibilities include preparing mise en place, operating ...

Basin Harbor

Breakfast Cook I & II

Vergennes, VT

$20 - $24/hr

Our Breakfast Cooks start their day early and are responsible for preparing morning meals (eggs, pancakes, meats), focusing on quality. Key responsibilities include preparing mise en place, operating ...

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Evansville, IN · On-site

$15/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Kissimmee, FL

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Charlotte, NC

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

New

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Birmingham, AL

$12.50 - $16.25/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Jacksonville Beach, FL

$13 - $17/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Saint Augustine, FL

$16 - $20/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

Metro Diner

Egg / Breakfast Cook

Athens, GA · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

EGG / BREAKFAST COOKS Previous experience in a restaurant with full service breakfast is preferred. You will help work the griddle, fry, egg, prep & line stations. Established in 1992 as a family ...

McPherson Hospital

Breakfast Cook

Mcpherson, KS · On-site

$13 - $17/hr

... cooks, and assists in cleaning and serving the breakfast and lunch meal for patients, the Café, and for Meals-On-Wheels. Prepares catering and desserts as needed to maintain patient, employee and ...

One Lincoln Park

Breakfast Cook

Dayton, OH · On-site

$16/hr

The ideal candidate is a dependable, experienced Breakfast Cook who enjoys working in a fast-paced team environment. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please read on! This culinary ...

One Lincoln Park

Breakfast Cook

Dayton, OH · On-site

$16/hr

The ideal candidate is a dependable, experienced Breakfast Cook who enjoys working in a fast-paced team environment. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please read on! This culinary ...

One Lincoln Park

Breakfast Cook

Dayton, OH · On-site

$16/hr

The ideal candidate is a dependable, experienced Breakfast Cook who enjoys working in a fast-paced team environment. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please read on! This culinary ...

One Lincoln Park

Breakfast Cook

Dayton, OH

$16/hr

The ideal candidate is a dependable, experienced Breakfast Cook who enjoys working in a fast-paced team environment. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please read on! This culinary ...

WOLFEBORO INN

Breakfast Cook

Wolfeboro, NH

$18 - $20/hr

Breakfast Cook** **Job Summary:** We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Breakfast Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a strong focus on delivering ...

The Otesaga Resort Hotel

Breakfast Cook

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

The Breakfast Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the pantry, fry and/or stations or other areas of the kitchen. At times, the Breakfast Cook will be tasked to prepare ...

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How much do breakfast cooks jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for breakfast cooks in the United States is $16.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are breakfast cooks?

Breakfast cooks are culinary professionals who specialize in preparing and cooking breakfast foods in restaurants, hotels, diners, or other food establishments. Their responsibilities include making items such as eggs, pancakes, bacon, and other morning staples, ensuring food quality and safety, and often working early morning hours. Breakfast cooks must be efficient, organized, and able to handle a fast-paced kitchen environment, especially during peak breakfast hours. They may also be responsible for prepping ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, and sometimes interacting with customers.

What are some common challenges breakfast cooks face during a typical morning shift?

Breakfast cooks often work in fast-paced environments where timing and multitasking are crucial. Managing multiple orders simultaneously while ensuring consistency and quality can be challenging, especially during peak hours. Additionally, maintaining a clean and organized workstation, prepping ingredients in advance, and coordinating closely with servers and other kitchen staff are essential for smooth service. Adaptability and strong communication skills help breakfast cooks navigate these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Breakfast Cooks vs Line Cooks?

AspectBreakfast CooksLine Cooks
CredentialsFood safety certification, culinary trainingFood safety certification, culinary training
Work EnvironmentBreakfast-focused kitchens, often in hotels or dinersVarious restaurant kitchens, including lunch and dinner shifts
Employer & IndustryHotels, diners, breakfast cafesRestaurants, hotels, catering services
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Breakfast Cooks primarily prepare breakfast dishes in morning-focused establishments, while Line Cooks handle a variety of menu items throughout the day. Both roles require culinary skills and food safety knowledge, but Breakfast Cooks specialize in morning menus, making their work environment more breakfast-centric. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right culinary role based on their skills and preferred work hours.

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

To thrive as a Breakfast Cook, you need proficiency in cooking techniques, food safety, and time management, typically supported by basic culinary training or experience in a kitchen environment. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, POS systems, and food handling certifications such as ServSafe are often required. Attention to detail, multitasking, and strong communication skills help ensure fast service and a positive team dynamic. These skills and qualities are important for delivering consistent, high-quality meals efficiently during busy breakfast hours.
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Infographic showing various Breakfast Cooks job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,453 per year, or $16.1 per hour.
Breakfast Cook I & II

Breakfast Cook I & II

Basin Harbor

Vergennes, VT • On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Description
Come join the Basin Harbor team as we celebrate our 140th year - a milestone we're honored to celebrate with our cherished community. We have plenty in store, from new experiences and enhancements to time-honored traditions that continue to make this lakeside retreat so special!
We are now accepting applications for Breakfast Cooks, here at Basin Harbor.
Our Breakfast Cooks start their day early and are responsible for preparing morning meals (eggs, pancakes, meats), focusing on quality. Key responsibilities include preparing mise en place, operating grills/ovens, maintaining food safety standards, and keeping the station clean. They must work quickly in fast-paced environments, often starting early mornings.
We are seeking both full- and part-time seasonal Breakfast Cooks to join our team for our upcoming summer season from mid-May though October, 2026.
Requirements
Some essential competencies are: Understanding the need for proper etiquette and service standards in a kitchen and service environment, prior food preparation experience preferred, but willing to train. Must be able to take direction and work in a team environment, attention to detail, efficient, and able to perform multiple tasks systematically in a fast-paced environment, ability to remember and follow kitchen cleanliness and food handling procedures. All kitchen staff require a clean, well kept, professional appearance. As well, shift work may require up to 10-hour shifts - walking and standing. Must be able to lift 20 lbs repeatedly.
Basin Harbor conducts pre-employment criminal background and reference checks on all employees.
Salary Description
$20 - $24 per hour

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