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Phoenix Senior Living

Cook

Blue Ridge, GA

$12 - $16/hr

... records cooking temperatures of the food Manually records holding temperatures of the food Manually records cooling temperatures of the food Manually records food production quantities Manually ...

Sonic

Cook

Dawsonville, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

... cooking food orders to meet product quality standards - Food preparation and portioning - Cooking on the grill - Operating the fry station - Dressing items to order - Packaging all menu items and ...

Oaks Senior Living, LLC

Cook

Cumming, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

Experience in cooking for large groups.Desire to work with older adults.Ability to read, write, and speak English.Desire to work with older adults. Friendly, caring disposition.Must be 18 years of ...

Exceptional Restaurant Company

Cook

Dawsonville, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

... cooking food orders to meet product quality standards - Food preparation and portioning - Cooking on the grill - Operating the fry station - Dressing items to order - Packaging all menu items and ...

Oaks Senior Living

Cook

Cumming, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

Experience in cooking for large groups. * Desire to work with older adults. * Ability to read, write, and speak English. * Desire to work with older adults. Friendly, caring disposition. * Must be 18 ...

Creative Dining Services

Cook

Cleveland, GA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

We are looking for someone with experience in batch cooking, production cooking, recipe execution, and quality food preparation who is ready to be part of a professional culinary team. Core ...

Wingstop

Cook

Gainesville, GA

$11 - $14/hr

Professional cooking: 1 year (Preferred) Cooking: 1 year (Preferred) Line cook: 1 year (Preferred) Benefits: * Employee discount * Discounted meals while working * Flexible schedule Additional ...

Golden Corral

OMELETTE COOK

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Prepares Hot Choice Buffet products, including Carving and Display Cooking products, according to Golden Corral recipes and procedures. * Grills all items according to Golden Corral standards to ...

HHS LLC

Cook

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$16/hr

... cooking, line cook, commercial kitchen, fast food, dietary cook, healthcare foodservice) Physical Requirements * Prolonged standing and walking continuously, pushing dish racks, frequent stooping ...

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.

Cook

Hayesville, NC

$11.75 - $15.75/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 ...

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.

Cook

Flowery Branch, GA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/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 ...

Soar Restaurants

Cook

Eastanollee, GA · On-site

$11 - $14.75/hr

Continuous standing, bending, reaching, moving, stooping, stretching, and lifting in a restaurant environment; frequent exposure to heat and hot liquid shortening while cooking; frequent exposure to ...

Hhs

Cook

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$16/hr

... cooking, line cook, commercial kitchen, fast food, dietary cook, healthcare foodservice) Physical Requirements * Prolonged standing and walking continuously, pushing dish racks, frequent stooping ...

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville, GA

Cook

Gainesville, GA

$13 - $17.50/hr

Knows cooking times and temperatures for all items to ensure proper cooking methods and temperatures while ensuring the highest quality * Plates food according to standard plating menu with ...

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville, GA

Cook

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Knows cooking times and temperatures for all items to ensure proper cooking methods and temperatures while ensuring the highest quality * Plates food according to standard plating menu with ...

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville, GA

Cook

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Knows cooking times and temperatures for all items to ensure proper cooking methods and temperatures while ensuring the highest quality * Plates food according to standard plating menu with ...

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville, GA

Cook

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Knows cooking times and temperatures for all items to ensure proper cooking methods and temperatures while ensuring the highest quality * Plates food according to standard plating menu with ...

Sonic

Cook

Eastanollee, GA · On-site

$11 - $14.75/hr

Continuous standing, bending, reaching, moving, stooping, stretching, and lifting in a restaurant environment; frequent exposure to heat and hot liquid shortening while cooking; frequent exposure to ...

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How much do cooking jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking in Cleveland, GA is $14.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.03 and $16.35 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 are three careers in cooking?

Three careers in cooking include becoming a professional chef, a pastry chef, or a culinary instructor. These roles involve preparing food in restaurants, bakeries, or educational settings, often requiring culinary training and certifications. Each career offers different specialties and work environments within the food industry.

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 food handler's permit can enhance job prospects in this field.

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Infographic showing various Cooking job openings in Cleveland, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, and 37% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $30,596 per year, or $14.7 per hour.

Cook

Phoenix Senior Living

Blue Ridge, GA

$12 - $16/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Phoenix Senior Living rating

4.1

Company rating: 4.1 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

237th of 242 rated social care providers

Job description

Description

The Lodge at Blue Ridge is seeking Cooks to join their team!

The Cook reports directly to the Food and Beverage Director.

Shift Details

Cook

Mon-Fri ; Every other weekend required

PURPOSE

Cook

The Cook is responsible for all food preparation so that food meets and / or exceeds quality, quantity and service schedule requirements and hospitality service standards for the community.

Responsible to effectively manage all food production in the absence of the Lead Cook or Food and Beverage Director. Responsible for handling all foods in accordance with sanitary procedures and standards and complies with all federal, state and local regulatory procedures

regarding food production.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Cook

Preparation and Food Service

  •  Summary of general responsibilities include but not limited to the preparation and serving of meals, sanitation of food service areas, accurate record keeping, receiving, rotating and inventory of products and regulatory compliance
  •  Adheres to posted menus and prepares food items using approved Phoenix standardized recipes in a timely manner
  •  Adheres to production sheets and instructions
  •  Prepares all special dietary needs as directed
  •  Prepares texture modified food as directed
  •  Organizes work to meet production and service requirements
  •  Monitors all food items to see that at least the minimum guidelines for temperature, taste and quality are upheld at all times
  •  Taste and prepares food to determine quality or necessary adjustment
  •  Maintains sanitary conditions to ensure safety and compliance with regulations; responsible for cleaning work areas
  •  Follow all local, state and federal policies regarding food handling
  •  Maintains standards of cleanliness, hygiene and health standards
  •  Operates dish machine(s) according to Food Safety Standards
  •  Operates dishwashing to properly wash and sanitize all dishes and china, silverware, glassware, utensils and cookware, in necessary

Record Keeping/Resident Services

  •  Responsible for the recording keeping and maintaining the following measures for service standards and regulatory compliance
  •  Maintains and protects the confidentiality of resident information at all times
  •  Reviews Resident Diet Book, confidential Diet Board / Indicator, Data Card or Chart
  •  Responsible for the recording keeping and maintaining the following measures for service standards and regulatory compliance

Manually records equipment temperatures

Manually records refrigerator temperatures

Manually records freezer temperatures

Manually records cooking temperatures of the food

Manually records holding temperatures of the food

Manually records cooling temperatures of the food

Manually records food production quantities

Manually records taste evaluation sheets

Rotates menus and production sheets


Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION

Cook

  •  Education: High School Diploma/ GED required
  •  Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred
  •  One (1) year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets
  •  Maintains a current SERV Safe certificate (food services sanitation certificate) or able to participate in the food services sanitation training to become SERV Safe Certified


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