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Phoenix Senior Living

Cook

Hammond, LA · On-site

$10.75 - $14.50/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 ...

IHOP

Cook

Covington, LA · On-site

$12 - $17/hr

Ensure that all food preparation and cooking processes adhere to food safety guidelines and sanitation standards. * Ensure that orders are prepared accurately and in a timely manner to meet customer ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Ponchatoula, LA · On-site

$11.25 - $15/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 ...

Sonic

Cook

Ponchatoula, LA

$11.25 - $15/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 ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Mandeville, LA · On-site

$10.75 - $14.25/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 ...

IHOP

Cook

Covington, LA · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

Ensure that all food preparation and cooking processes adhere to food safety guidelines and sanitation standards. * Ensure that orders are prepared accurately and in a timely manner to meet customer ...

Sonic

Cook

Covington, LA

$12 - $16.25/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 ...

Sonic

Cook

Mandeville, LA · On-site

$10.75 - $14.25/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 ...

Wingstop

Cook

Hammond, LA · On-site

$10.75 - $14.50/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 ...

IHOP

Cook

Hammond, LA · On-site

$10 - $15/hr

Ensure that all food preparation and cooking processes adhere to food safety guidelines and sanitation standards. * Ensure that orders are prepared accurately and in a timely manner to meet customer ...

IHOP

Cook

Hammond, LA · On-site

$10.75 - $14.50/hr

Ensure that all food preparation and cooking processes adhere to food safety guidelines and sanitation standards. * Ensure that orders are prepared accurately and in a timely manner to meet customer ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

La Place, LA

$12.75 - $17.25/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

Ponchatoula, LA

$11.25 - $15/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

Hammond, LA · On-site

$11.50 - $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

Walker, LA

$12.75 - $17.25/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

Ponchatoula, LA

$11.25 - $15/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

Covington, LA · On-site

$12 - $16.25/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 ...

Sonic

Cook

Mandeville, LA

$10.75 - $14.25/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 ...

Guernsey Holdings LLC

Cook

Mandeville, LA · On-site

$10.75 - $14.25/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 ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Mandeville, LA · On-site

$10.75 - $14.25/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 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking in Hammond, LA is $14.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $15.67 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 Hammond, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 67% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,327 per year, or $14.1 per hour.

Cook

Phoenix Senior Living

Hammond, LA • On-site

$10.75 - $14.50/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Phoenix Senior Living rating

4.0

Company rating: 4.0 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

240th of 243 rated social care providers

Job description

Description

The Phoenix at Hammond is seeking Cooks to join their team!

The Cook reports directly to the Food and Beverage Director.

Shift Details

Cook

Rotating 12-hour shifts; 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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