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Chicken Express

Cook

Taylor, TX

$13.50 - $14.75/hr

Cooking and arranging food. Cook We are looking for an experienced cook to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our restaurant. The person we are hoping ...

Abel's on the Lake

Cook

Austin, TX

$16 - $18/hr

Cooking and arranging food. Cook We are looking for an experienced cook to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our restaurant. The person we are hoping ...

Tony C's Beer Garden

Cook

Kyle, TX

$13.50 - $18/hr

... cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment.

TC4 & Co

Cook

Kyle, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

... cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment. Skills & Requirements Qualifications

TC4 & Co

Cook

Austin, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

... cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment. Skills & Requirements Qualifications

TC4 & Co

Cook

Kyle, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

... cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment.

TC4 & Co

Cook

Austin, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

... cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment.

IHOP

Cook

San Marcos, TX · On-site

$12 - $15/hr

Are you passionate about cooking delicious food? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic kitchen environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at IHOP! As a Cook at IHOP, you ...

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How much do cooking job jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking job in Austin, TX is $16.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.76 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a cooking job, and why are they important?

To thrive in a cooking job, you need strong culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and often a culinary degree or relevant kitchen experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and food handling certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, creativity, time management, and teamwork are standout soft skills in this field. These abilities ensure consistently high food quality, efficient kitchen operations, and a positive dining experience for customers.

What is the difference between Cooking Job vs Food Preparation Worker?

AspectCooking JobFood Preparation Worker
CredentialsNone required, culinary training preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesFood processing plants, kitchens, cafeterias
Industry UsageCommonly used in hospitality and food serviceUsed in food manufacturing and institutional settings
Job FocusPreparing and cooking mealsPreparing ingredients, assembling dishes

Cooking jobs primarily involve preparing and cooking meals in restaurants or catering settings, often requiring culinary skills and training. Food preparation workers focus on preparing ingredients and assembling dishes, typically in food manufacturing or institutional environments. While both roles involve food handling, cooking jobs emphasize culinary techniques, whereas food prep roles concentrate on ingredient preparation.

What is a cooking job?

Cooking jobs involve preparing, cooking, and presenting food in various settings such as restaurants, hotels, cafeterias, and private homes. People in these roles may work as chefs, cooks, line cooks, or kitchen assistants, and are responsible for following recipes, ensuring food safety, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Cooking jobs often require creativity, efficiency, and the ability to work under pressure, especially during busy meal times. Depending on the position, formal culinary training or on-the-job experience may be necessary.

What are some common challenges faced by cooks in a busy kitchen environment?

Cooks in busy kitchens often face challenges such as managing time efficiently during rush periods, maintaining consistency in food quality, and handling multiple orders simultaneously. Strong communication with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff is crucial for smooth service. Adapting to last-minute menu changes or special dietary requests is also common, requiring flexibility and a calm demeanor under pressure.
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Infographic showing various Cooking Job job openings in Austin, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,659 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Part Time After School Children's Cooking Instructor

Sticky Fingers Cooking ATX

Austin, TX • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Sticky Fingers Cooking® of Austin is looking to hire part-time Chef Instructors in South & Central Austin to help us Cultivate COOLinary Curiosity in Kids®!
Please read the entire job description to make sure you are the right fit!
  • Are you looking for a fun, part-time job?
  • Do you love working with kids?
  • Are you able to commit to a set, afternoon class schedule? (days vary)
  • Are you passionate about introducing kids to new ingredients and exploring new tastes in the kitchen?

If so, please read on and consider joining us in the kitchen!
Our instructors work in local schools by bringing the kitchen to the kids with our provided cooking kit that contains all the necessary equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • No professional cooking experience required, just a love of food!
  • Experience working with kids of varying ages is REQUIRED.
  • Availability at least 2 days a week (Monday - Friday, between 2-5 pm)
  • Commitment to teaching full sessions (ranging from 6-12 weeks)
  • Ability to manage and engage a group of 8-14 children
  • Upon hire, employees will be required to pass a fingerprint background check
  • Access to reliable transportation
  • Ability to communicate with our team in a timely manner
  • Punctual and reliable
  • ServSafe Food Handler Certification (can obtain before teaching)

Let's TACO-bout "a day in the life" of a chef instructor
As a part-time chef Instructor, you are the face of our company, getting to interact with children between the ages of 3-18, parents, and school staff each week. You work on-site at different locations in your area, leading 60 minute healthy and engaging cooking enrichment classes for students.
Each week, you create creative recipes and teach children about new ingredients and healthy foods from all over the world in an engaging and hands-on way. Your organizational skills come into play as you review weekly class curricula and prepare for instruction which includes shopping independently for fresh ingredients. You teach basic kitchen skills including washing, cutting, grating, stirring, measuring, nutrition, and more as well as the history, geography, and language behind each recipe.
Kids learn in a dynamic hands-on environment while you provide the direction and encouragement to create a new recipe each class. Teach kids healthy food habits that will nourish their bodies and minds for a lifetime.
Our chefs are ONE in a MELON! Meet some of them in this video: https://vimeo.com/492139079
ABOUT STICKY FINGERS COOKING®
Our dedicated, talented and creative team has been busy cultivating 'cool'inary curiosity for thousands of children in online classes, schools, camps, and special events since 2008.
We offer quality enrichment cooking classes before, during, and after school, as well as birthday parties, private cooking classes, and camps for children 3-18 years of age. Sticky Fingers Cooking® also operates in select cities across the country!
Our philosophy is that kids are only impacted if we have great instructors who are passionate about what they do. We attract and retain such amazing instructors by offering a friendly schedule, all the needed equipment, and tools, paid training, individualized support, and FUN!
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN US IN THE KITCHEN?
If you feel that you would be a GRATE fit, please fill out our application. We look forward to meeting you!
SFC ATX, LLC d.b.a. Sticky Fingers Cooking is independently owned and operated.

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