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Applebee's Grill & Bar

Cook

Clinton, MS

$14 - $16/hr

A Line Cook has chance to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting environment with an opportunity for a great career growth. In regards to growth, there is so much available just in the ...

Applebee's Grill & Bar

Cook

Madison, MS

$14 - $16/hr

A Line Cook has chance to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting environment with an opportunity for a great career growth. In regards to growth, there is so much available just in the ...

Hinds County Human Resource Agency

Cook ( )

Jackson, MS · On-site

$11 - $13/hr

Qualifications High School Diploma with two (2) years food services preparation, quantity cooking and menu planning. Must have Tummy Safe Certification. Special Requirements Applicants must: -have ...

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.

Cook

Clinton, MS · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

... cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to excellence and ...

Shuckers Oyster Bar

Cook

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

You will assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals in our professional kitchen. Responsibilities: * Prepare all served food. * Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving ...

Sonic

Cook

Jackson, MS · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Clinton, MS · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Morton, MS · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Pearl, MS · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Florence, MS

$7.25 - $10/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Jackson, MS

$7.25 - $10/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Richland, MS · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Pearl, MS

$7.25 - $10/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Jackson, MS · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Jackson, MS · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Brandon, MS · On-site

$10.75 - $14.25/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Brandon, MS

$7.25 - $10/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic

Cook

Florence, MS · On-site

$10.25 - $13.50/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Jackson, MS

$7.25 - $10/hr

Cooking on the grill * Operating the fry station * Dressing items to order * Packaging all menu items and checking for product quality and consistency * Cleaning including trash disposal, mopping ...

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How much do cooking jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking in Brandon, MS is $16.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.62 and $18.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cooking vs Food Preparation Worker?

AspectCookingFood Preparation Worker
CredentialsMay require food safety certificationsTypically no formal certifications needed
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, cateringFood production lines, cafeterias, fast food outlets
Job DutiesPreparing, cooking, and presenting dishesChopping, assembling ingredients, basic food prep
Industry UsageRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesFood manufacturing, cafeterias, quick-service restaurants

Cooking involves preparing and cooking dishes, often requiring culinary skills and certifications. Food Preparation Workers focus on basic food assembly and prep tasks, usually without formal credentials. Both roles are essential in food service environments but differ in complexity and responsibilities.

What jobs can you do if you like cooking?

Jobs for those who enjoy cooking include chef, line cook, pastry chef, and kitchen assistant, often requiring culinary skills and food safety knowledge. Other options include catering, food styling, and food service management, which may involve working in restaurants, hotels, or catering companies. Certifications like a culinary degree or food handler's permit can enhance job prospects.

What are three careers in cooking?

Three careers in cooking include becoming a chef, a pastry chef, or a line cook. These roles involve preparing food in restaurants, bakeries, or catering services and often require culinary training or certification. Each position offers different responsibilities and skill levels within the culinary industry.
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Infographic showing various Cooking job openings in Brandon, MS as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,362 per year, or $16.5 per hour.

Cook

Applebee's Grill & Bar

Clinton, MS

$14 - $16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Applebee's rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 737 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 88 rated restaurants

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Applebee's® you will discover a balance between work life and personal life, as well as amazing benefits:

  • Flexible scheduling if you have another job / school. 
  • Healthcare benefits; including dental and vision coverage
  • Meal discounts
  • Paid Time Off / Paid Vacations
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Competitive pay – Looking for cooks with experience.


Love an active work environment? As an Applebee's® Cook, you will thrive then! A Line Cook has chance to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting environment with an opportunity for a great career growth. In regards to growth, there is so much available just in the Kitchen! Cross train in Prep, Fry, Broil, and Mid Stations to expand your knowledge in Back of House operations.

Ever cooked in a casual dining environment? We are hiring immediately and you may have a head start in the right direction with Applebee's®. As an Applebee's® Cook, you will be centered in the heart and soul of our restaurants. Those who enjoy the Cook position the most typically have a great sense of food safety, have a sense of urgency when preparing a plate for guests, and have basic knowledge of maintaining kitchen equipment and utensils.


You are applying for work with a franchisee of Applebee's, not Applebee's Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchisees.


If you have previous experience as a Cook, line cook, working in a restaurant, in a kitchen, food service or fast food for other casual dining establishments, please apply! Teens welcomed!


Hiring Immediately!


REQUIREMENTS
  • Must be Eighteen years of age or older.
  • Prior Kitchen experience at other casual dining establishments is an asset.
  • Reliable transportation is preferred.
  • Comfortable working on your feet for full shift
  • Must be able / willing to work in a fast paced environment.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

It all started in 1980 in Atlanta, Georgia


Bill and TJ Palmer opened the restaurant that would later become Applebee’s. We’ve grown up a lot since then, with almost 2,000 locations in the U.S. and around the world. Here you will always be welcome – for delicious food, in a neighborhood setting, with attentive service, at a great value.

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