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Entry Level Cook Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Marriott

Entry Level Cook III

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to ...

Marriott International

Entry Level Cook III

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$20.71/hr

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to ...

Marriott

Entry Level Cook III

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to ...

Marriott

Entry Level Cook III-Restaurant

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to ...

Marriott

Entry Level Cook III-Restaurant

Cleveland, OH

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Alliance, OH · On-site

$14/hr

We are looking to immediately hire entry level and experienced Cooks who can thrive in an upbeat and fast-paced food service environment.We are hiring immediately for Cooks that can work all shifts ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Zanesville, OH · On-site

$14/hr

We are looking to immediately hire entry level and experienced Cooks who can thrive in an upbeat and fast-paced food service environment. We are hiring immediately for Cooks that can work all shifts ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Zanesville, OH · On-site

$14/hr

We are looking to immediately hire entry level and experienced Cooks who can thrive in an upbeat and fast-paced food service environment. We are hiring immediately for Cooks that can work all shifts ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Cuyahoga Falls, OH · On-site

$14/hr

We are looking to immediately hire entry level and experienced Cooks who can thrive in an upbeat and fast-paced food service environment. We are hiring immediately for Cooks that can work all shifts ...

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Raising Cane's

Cook

Groveport, OH · On-site

$14/hr

We are looking to immediately hire entry level and experienced Cooks who can thrive in an upbeat and fast-paced food service environment.We are hiring immediately for Cooks that can work all shifts ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Columbus, OH · On-site

$14/hr

We are looking to immediately hire entry level and experienced Cooks who can thrive in an upbeat and fast-paced food service environment. We are hiring immediately for Cooks that can work all shifts ...

Raising Cane's

Cook

Zanesville, OH · On-site

$14/hr

We are looking to immediately hire entry level and experienced Cooks who can thrive in an upbeat and fast-paced food service environment.We are hiring immediately for Cooks that can work all shifts ...

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How much do entry level cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level cook in Ohio is $15.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $17.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level cook?

An Entry Level Cook is responsible for basic food preparation and assisting in the kitchen under the supervision of senior chefs. Duties may include chopping ingredients, following recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards. This position helps individuals gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen setting. It is a great starting point for those looking to advance in the culinary field.

What does an entry level cook do?

As an Entry Level Cook, your workday often starts with prepping ingredients and setting up your workstation according to the day's menu. Throughout your shift, you'll prepare and cook dishes under the supervision of senior cooks or kitchen managers, assist with cleaning and organization, and restock supplies as needed. The pace can be fast, especially during meal rushes, and you’ll frequently collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure orders are accurate and timely. This hands-on experience helps you build essential culinary skills and fosters a strong understanding of team operations in a professional kitchen.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an entry level cook?

To thrive as an Entry Level Cook, you need basic cooking skills, familiarity with food safety standards, and the ability to follow recipes and instructions, often gained through high school education or culinary training programs. Exposure to kitchen equipment like grills, fryers, ovens, and knowledge of food handling certifications (such as ServSafe) are typically expected. Attention to detail, reliability, strong communication, and teamwork are valuable soft skills in this role. These qualifications help ensure delicious, safe meals are prepared efficiently while maintaining a positive, productive kitchen environment.

How do I start working as an entry level cook with no experience?

To start as an entry level cook with no experience, focus on gaining basic kitchen skills, such as knife handling and food safety, through online courses or volunteering. Apply for entry-level positions at restaurants or cafes, emphasizing your willingness to learn and work in a team; some employers may provide on-the-job training. Obtaining a food handler's permit can also improve your chances of getting hired.

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Entry Level Cook: Senior Living Community

Oberlin, OH • On-site

Kendal at Oberlin
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees
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$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Kendal at Oberlin is a full-service life plan community, which primarily serves older adults in the Quaker tradition. Residents are assured a lifetime of healthcare including short- and long-term nursing services, memory care and assisted living. Equally important, residents enjoy an independent, enriching living experience.

Kendal at Oberlin's Dining Services department is currently seeking  detail oriented individual for a full- time: 40hrs/week Entry Level Cook (shifts will vary between 6a-2:30p and 11:30a-8:00p). Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Cook will be responsible for relieving the AM and PM cooks, performing duties on their job descriptions: cooking, maintaining food service sanitation, and assisting in other areas of the department as needed. Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

  • Opening or closing kitchen according to assigned position. 
  • Assisting Food Production Manager in training, evaluations, discipline, and schedule adjustment of kitchen personnel on shift.
  • Producing items in quantities according to recipes.
  • Using proper temperatures, garnishes, portion sizes, and served with proper sanitary practices.
  • Tracking daily production on production sheets and maintaining accurate recipe files.
  • Attending kitchen meetings, reviewing production needs for the following two (2) days for needs and reporting shortages.

Qualifications and Experience: 

  • Must have experience in large volume cooking. 
  • Experience cooking in a healthcare facility or retirement community highly preferred. 
  • Must be familiar with production sheets, recipe books, professional recipe books, and be able to operate all food service equipment. 
  • Must be able to read and write English and have a strong ability to work well with co-workers and managers.
  • Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds. 
  • Servsafe certification within 90 days of hire. 

***Hours will vary: morning/nights. Rotating weekends and evening as needed, rotating holidays as needed.***

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