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Congressional Country Club

Line Cooks

Bethesda, MD

$17 - $21.25/hr

Cook 1 + 2. As a Line Cook, you'll be part of a dynamic culinary team supporting our restaurants and outlets, preparing dishes for our members and guests. At Congressional, we look for Team Members ...

Congressional Country Club

Line Cooks

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$19.25 - $20.75/hr

Cook 1 + 2. As a Line Cook, you'll be part of a dynamic culinary team supporting our restaurants and outlets, preparing dishes for our members and guests. At Congressional, we look for Team Members ...

Congressional Country Club

Line Cooks

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$19.25 - $20.75/hr

Cook 1 + 2. As a Line Cook, you'll be part of a dynamic culinary team supporting our restaurants and outlets, preparing dishes for our members and guests. At Congressional, we look for Team Members ...

Logan's Roadhouse

Grill Cooks

Manassas, VA · On-site

$16 - $18/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 ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooks in Washington is $18.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are cooks?

Cooks are culinary professionals responsible for preparing and cooking food in restaurants, cafeterias, hotels, and other food service establishments. They follow recipes, measure ingredients, and use various kitchen equipment to create meals that meet quality and safety standards. Cooks may specialize in specific types of cuisine or work in a variety of settings, and they often collaborate with chefs and other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient meal preparation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cook, you need solid culinary skills, knowledge of food safety and sanitation, and often a high school diploma or culinary certification. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and inventory management tools is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are important soft skills in this role. These skills ensure high-quality food preparation, safe kitchen practices, and smooth kitchen operations in fast-paced environments.

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
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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.

What are some common challenges cooks face in a busy kitchen environment, and how can they overcome them?

Cooks often encounter challenges such as time pressure, coordinating with team members, and maintaining consistency during high-volume service periods. Staying organized, communicating clearly with colleagues, and practicing strong multitasking skills can help manage these demands. Additionally, being proactive about prepping ingredients and understanding the flow of service makes it easier to meet expectations and ensure smooth operations. Many kitchens provide mentorship and cross-training, helping cooks develop resilience and adaptability in fast-paced settings.
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Infographic showing various Cooks job openings in Washington as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 87% Physical, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,761 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

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CS153030 - River Bend Golf & Country Club

Great Falls, VA • On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

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Description:

River Bend was established in 1961 and is a member-owned private golf and country club to its 670 family members. We offer our members an 18-hole championship golf course, expansive golf practice facility, five indoor and six outdoor tennis courts and two newly constructed pickleball courts, swimming pool with member dining outlet (Memorial Day through Labor Day), fitness and clubhouse featuring three-member dining outlets and one banquet outlet. Our mission is to be the best family-orientated, member-owned country club in the Washington DC area. Our friendly environment, picturesque location, high-quality facilities, services, programs, and professional staff ensure that every aspect of the River Bend experience consistently fulfils the membership’s expectations.


The Club is open six days a week and closed on a Monday. We are a busy environment with an extremely supportive membership who enjoy their interactions with our team. They care greatly and understand the key role we play to their experience as well as your experience as part of the River Bend Family. Located in Great Falls, access to the club via Springdale Road is approximately 15 minutes from Leesburg Parkway and 10 minutes from the Georgetown Parkway, respectively. Access from the Georgetown Parkway via Walker Road is approximately 5 minutes.


We set ourselves apart by committing to provide a safe, enjoyable, and respectful environment. We take the time to listen to your input and use it to enhance the experience. We will teach you everything we know to help you grow and succeed. We offer the following additional benefits along with your hourly rate –

  • Complementary daily lunch and dinner.
  • Employee uniforms.
  • Employee parking.
  • Annual Christmas Fund

For full Time Employees the following additional benefits are offered:

  • Paid vacation, sick and Holiday pay.
  • Health, dental and vision options.
  • Club paid life insurance.
  • Short term and optional long-term disability.
  • Club matched 401k retirement plan.

We offer both day and evening shifts as a means to work with your current schedule covering both part time and full-time hours. We look forward to you joining our team and growing our operation with your prior experience and input.



Requirements:

Line Cook


Reports to: Sous Chef


Supervises: No supervisory duties are included in this position.


Education and/or Experience· High School diploma or GED.· Successful completion of a two-year course at culinary school.· A minimum of two years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.


Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations· Prepares menu items as needed for member or guest service.· Follows all state and local health and food safety regulations.· Follows all safety procedures for operating and cleaning machinery.· Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.


Job Summary (Essential Functions)Cooks and prepares a variety of food products, including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces and stocks according to the club’s standard recipes using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the daily prep list.


Job Tasks/Duties· Take inventory of all items required for station set-up and determine those items that require preparation.· Prepares items according to standard recipes.· Coordinates and times orders with other kitchen operations.· Requisitions items needed to produce menu items.· Notifies Sous Chef of expected shortages.· Ensures that assigned work areas and equipment are clean and sanitary.· Sets-up, maintains and breaks down prep cook station.· Covers, dates and neatly stores all leftover products that are re-usable.· Makes recommendations for maintenance, repair and upkeep of the line prep area and equipment.· Closes the kitchen properly using the closing checklist.· Attends kitchen staff meetings and offers suggestions for improvements.· Assists with other duties as assigned by Sous Chef.


Licenses and Special Requirements· Food safety certification.


Physical Demands and Work Environment· Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.· Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.· Continuous repetitive motions.· Work in hot, humid and noisy environment.