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O'Charley's Team Members

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Line Cook We offer flexible work schedules, a great work environment, excellent opportunities for advancement along with the following benefits: * Get Paid Quicker - We pay our team members weekly

Logan's Roadhouse

Grill Cooks

Bristol, VA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Position Summary The Grill Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality grilled menu items according to Logan's Roadhouse recipes, food safety standards, and guest expectations. This role ensures ...

Logan's Roadhouse

Grill Cooks

Manassas, VA · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Position Summary The Grill Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality grilled menu items according to Logan's Roadhouse recipes, food safety standards, and guest expectations. This role ensures ...

Logan's Roadhouse

Grill Cooks

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Position Summary The Grill Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality grilled menu items according to Logan's Roadhouse recipes, food safety standards, and guest expectations. This role ensures ...

O'Charley's Team Members

Prep Cooks

Christiansburg, VA

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Prep Cook We offer flexible work schedules, a great work environment, excellent opportunities for advancement along with the following benefits: * Get Paid Quicker - We pay our team members weekly

O'Charley's Team Members

Prep Cooks

Christiansburg, VA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Prep Cook We offer flexible work schedules, a great work environment, excellent opportunities for advancement along with the following benefits: * Get Paid Quicker - We pay our team members weekly

O'Charley's Team Members

Prep Cooks

Chester, VA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Prep Cook We offer flexible work schedules, a great work environment, excellent opportunities for advancement along with the following benefits: * Get Paid Quicker - We pay our team members weekly

O'Charley's Team Members

Prep Cooks

Chester, VA

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Prep Cook We offer flexible work schedules, a great work environment, excellent opportunities for advancement along with the following benefits: * Get Paid Quicker - We pay our team members weekly

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How much do cooks jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooks in Virginia is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.37 and $17.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are careers in cooking?

Careers in cooking include roles such as chefs, line cooks, and culinary assistants, working in restaurants, hotels, or catering services. These jobs typically require knowledge of food preparation, safety standards, and often certification or training in culinary arts. Opportunities can range from entry-level positions to executive chef roles, with schedules often including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What jobs can you do if you like cooking?

If you enjoy cooking, you can pursue roles such as line cook, sous chef, pastry chef, or culinary instructor. These jobs typically require culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and sometimes certifications like a food handler's permit or culinary degree. Opportunities exist in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and institutional kitchens.

What is the difference between Cooks vs Chefs?

AspectCooksChefs
CredentialsMay require food safety certifications or culinary trainingOften have formal culinary education or extensive experience
Work EnvironmentWork in restaurants, cafeterias, or catering servicesTypically lead kitchen operations, may own or manage kitchens
Industry UsageCommonly employed in various food service settingsUsually hold leadership roles in kitchens
Search & Comparison IntentPeople compare Cooks with Chefs to understand roles, skills, and career paths

While both Cooks and Chefs work in food preparation, Cooks generally perform specific cooking tasks under supervision, whereas Chefs often have leadership roles, oversee kitchen operations, and possess advanced culinary skills. The choice depends on experience, training, and career goals within the culinary industry.

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Infographic showing various Cooks job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,054 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Line Cooks

O'Charley's Team Members

On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

O'Charley's Restaurant + Bar is known for offering good food, good times and some of the most awesome job opportunities around.
That's because working at O'Charley's puts you in the company of friends and professionals who genuinely enjoy working with one another. In fact, O'Charley's is recognized as best in class by People Report and Chain Leader magazine for our team member referral program.
Full & Part-Time Opportunities Available For:
Line Cook
We offer flexible work schedules, a great work environment, excellent opportunities for advancement along with the following benefits:
  • Get Paid Quicker - We pay our team members weekly
  • Growth Opportunities - Approximately 50 percent of our management team started out as hourly team members.
  • Better quality of life - no late night bar hours!
  • Paid Time Off - Earn vacation based upon company policy
  • Discounts - 25% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages for team members to enjoy with their family and friends outside of their work shift
  • Healthcare Coverage - Restaurant hourly team members may become eligible for health and welfare plans the first of the month following an ACA measurement period in which average hours worked per week is 30 or greater.
  • Retirement Savings Plan - After 1 year of employment you are eligible to participate in the company's 401(k) plan upon reaching 21 years of age.

OUR TEAM BRINGS A LOT TO THE TABLE!
O'Charley's Restaurant + Bar is an equal opportunity / e-verify employer.
Ocharleys is a full service, casual dining restaurant chain with team member opportunities available throughout the US. At ocharley we offer great full time and part time restaurant kitchen / culinary careers for line cooks who have back of house cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook experience in a high volume restaurant environment.
**Coupon will be awarded after interview has been completed. Not valid on Combo Appetizer. No additional purchase necessary. One coupon per check. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or discount. Coupon required at time of purchase. Coupons that are duplicated or altered in any way will not be accepted. Not valid with delivery.**
About O'Charley's Restaurant + Bar
Want to be part of a team that's more like friends and family than co-workers?
Do you have a Passion to Serve and love to have fun while you work?
Then join our team, we're saving a seat for you!
From our strong history of success and a deliberate approach to change, to our strength and ability to keep in line with strategic goals in an evolving industry, now is a great time to join our team.
We offer flexible work schedules, a variety of great benefits, meal discounts and much more!
O'Charley's Restaurant + Bar is an Equal Opportunity & E-Verify Employer

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