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Applebee's

Line Cook

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Whether we're helping save a high school prom, or raising money for children battling cancer, we've ... Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) Invitation: To love people by cooking up great tasting and great ...

Thrive Restaurant Group

Line Cook

Coralville, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Whether we're helping save a high school prom, or raising money for children battling cancer, we've ... Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) Invitation: To love people by cooking up great tasting and great ...

Thrive Restaurant Group

Line Cook

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Whether we're helping save a high school prom, or raising money for children battling cancer, we've ... Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) Invitation: To love people by cooking up great tasting and great ...

Thrive Restaurant Group

Line Cook

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Whether we're helping save a high school prom, or raising money for children battling cancer, we've ... Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) Invitation: To love people by cooking up great tasting and great ...

Applebee's

Line Cook

Coralville, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Whether we're helping save a high school prom, or raising money for children battling cancer, we've ... Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) Invitation: To love people by cooking up great tasting and great ...

Elks Lodge #590

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

We're looking for a Sous Chef and Part-Time Cook to join our kitchen team! What we offer ... You should lead by example and have a willingness to drop what you're doing and help other team ...

Barrel House

Kitchen Staff

Marion, IA · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Essential skills for Kitchen Staff Positions are cooking abilities, stamina, teamwork, time ... Practices teamwork by helping co-workers. * Performs other duties as assigned by management.

CHIPOTLE

Kitchen Leader

Coralville, IA · On-site

Throughout the process they are serving as a role model for Crew members, helping them learn to ... Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and following kitchen procedures

Chipotle

Kitchen Leader

Iowa City, IA

Throughout the process they are serving as a role model for Crew members, helping them learn to ... Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and following kitchen procedures

Chipotle

Kitchen Leader

Coralville, IA · On-site

Throughout the process they are serving as a role model for Crew members, helping them learn to ... Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and following kitchen procedures

CHIPOTLE

Kitchen Leader

Iowa City, IA · On-site

Throughout the process they are serving as a role model for Crew members, helping them learn to ... Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and following kitchen procedures

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How much do cook kitchen helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cook kitchen helper in Cedar Rapids, IA is $14.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.65 and $15.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cook Kitchen Helper vs Kitchen Assistant?

AspectCook Kitchen HelperKitchen Assistant
ResponsibilitiesAssists in food prep, cleaning, and basic cooking tasksSupports kitchen staff with cleaning, prep, and stocking
CredentialsNone typically required, some food safety trainingNone typically required, may have basic food safety knowledge
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, cafeteriasCommercial kitchens, restaurants, catering services
Industry UsageCommonly used in food service establishmentsOften used interchangeably with Cook Kitchen Helper

Both roles support kitchen operations but the Cook Kitchen Helper typically performs more direct food prep and cooking assistance, while the Kitchen Assistant focuses on general support tasks like cleaning and stocking. The roles often overlap, but the Cook Kitchen Helper may have more involvement in food preparation.

What are the duties of a cook kitchen helper?

A cook kitchen helper assists with food preparation, such as washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients, and helps with basic cooking tasks under supervision. They also maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, organize supplies, and ensure food safety standards are followed.

What does a cook kitchen helper do?

A cook kitchen helper assists with food preparation, cleaning, and organizing in a kitchen environment. They may handle tasks such as washing dishes, chopping ingredients, and supporting cooks to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Basic knowledge of food safety and use of kitchen tools are often required.

Line Cook

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

Applebee's
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees
Learn more about Applebee'sexternal

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Applebee's rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 747 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 89 rated restaurants

Job description


Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that’s been in business for over 50 years, and we’re looking for the next member of our family. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the communities in which we live. If you want to work in a fun family atmosphere and are interested in learning business, leadership, and hospitality, this is the place for you.

In Applebee’s, we’re known as Legacy Apple. Applebee’s has become synonymous with the neighborhood, which inspires us to be a good neighbor in the communities we serve, not just a great place to eat. Whether we’re helping save a high school prom, or raising money for children battling cancer, we’ve given over $5 million to strengthen the lives and relationships in our communities. Our guiding value is “Be a Good Neighbor”.

Title:  Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member)

Invitation: To love people by cooking up great tasting and great looking food. You’ll be responsible for your assigned prep work and cook’s station, while you maintain our high standards for product presentation, product quality and cook times. You’ll learn to prepare all menu items according to our recipes, and specifications and as a member of the Kitchen Team you will work-in and be cross-trained in all kitchen department roles.

Specific Functions and Duties:

  • Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications (50%*).
  • Complete all assigned prep work (15%*).
  • Set up workstation according to station diagram (15%*).
  • Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times (10%*).
  • Clean and sanitize the work area before, during and after shift (5%*).
  • Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects (5%*).

Qualification Standards:

  • A positive attitude and desire to learn and grow
  • Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.
  • Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required.
  • Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
  • Mobility required during the entire shift.
  • Transports cases up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day.
  • Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.

Physical

There are physical demands that come with this role. To be successful in this role you’ll be regularly required to 1) navigate throughout the restaurant and communicate with guests, 2) move and grasp items up to five pounds, 3) occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 4)  bend and stoop. You must have adequate vision to be able to discern cleanliness throughout the restaurant and operate a touchscreen. To perform these essential functions, reasonable accommodations may be made if you have disabilities.

Thrive Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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