Cook
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$13 - $17.50/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$13 - $17.50/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Bessemer, AL · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Bessemer, AL · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Crew Member
Clanton, AL · On-site
$11 - $14.50/hr
Crew for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Crew Member
Clanton, AL · On-site
$11 - $14.50/hr
Crew for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Fayette, AL · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Fayette, AL · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Birmingham, AL · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Birmingham, AL · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Rector, AR · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Rector, AR · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Bessemer, AL · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Bessemer, AL · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Marianna, AR · On-site
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Marianna, AR · On-site
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Mccrory, AR · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Mccrory, AR · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Warrior, AL · On-site
$13.50 - $18/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Warrior, AL · On-site
$13.50 - $18/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Cullman, AL · On-site
$12.25 - $16.50/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Cullman, AL · On-site
$12.25 - $16.50/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Sumiton, AL · On-site
$13 - $17.50/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Cook
Sumiton, AL · On-site
$13 - $17.50/hr
Cook for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Piggott, AR · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop or Skating Carhop
Piggott, AR · On-site
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Crew Member
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$11.25 - $14.75/hr
Crew for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Crew Member
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$11.25 - $14.75/hr
Crew for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
$10.75 - $14.25/hr
Crew for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
$10.75 - $14.25/hr
Crew for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Crew Member
Sumiton, AL · On-site
$11.25 - $14.75/hr
Crew for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Crew Member
Sumiton, AL · On-site
$11.25 - $14.75/hr
Crew for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Carhop for Lapidary Capital Group WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal government's Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The ...
Lapidary information
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$8.89 - $13.70
16% of jobs
$15.17 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.70 - $18.51
29% of jobs
The median wage is $19.71 / hr.
$18.51 - $23.32
19% of jobs
$27.58 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$23.32 - $28.13
12% of jobs
$28.13 - $32.93
8% of jobs
$32.93 - $37.74
5% of jobs
$37.74 - $42.55
4% of jobs
$42.55 - $47.36
2% of jobs
$47.36 - $52.16
2% of jobs
$52.16 - $56.97
1% of jobs
$56.97 - $61.78
1% of jobs
$8
$26
$61
How much do lapidary jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for lapidary in the United States is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
How to become a professional lapidary?
To become a professional lapidary, gain experience through apprenticeships or courses in gemstone cutting and polishing, and develop skills with tools like saws, grinders, and polishers. Certification from a recognized organization can enhance credibility, and building a portfolio of finished pieces helps establish a reputation in the industry.
What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a lapidary?
To thrive as a Lapidary, you need expertise in gemstone identification, precise cutting, polishing, and a keen eye for detail, often gained through specialized training or apprenticeships. Familiarity with equipment such as faceting machines, cabbing wheels, and various hand tools is essential, along with safety certifications. Patience, artistic sensibility, and strong problem-solving abilities help lapidaries stand out in this meticulous craft. These skills ensure the accurate transformation of raw stones into high-quality, marketable gems while maintaining safety and artistic standards.
What does a lapidary do?
A typical workday for a Lapidary involves selecting raw gemstones, shaping and polishing them using specialized machinery, and carefully inspecting finished pieces for quality. Depending on the employer, you may work independently in a workshop or as part of a small team alongside jewelers, gemologists, or designers to fulfill custom orders or repair services. Collaboration often happens when discussing design specifications or interpreting customer needs, especially in jewelry production settings. While much of the work is hands-on and detail-oriented, effective communication and teamwork are important when coordinating projects or troubleshooting technical challenges.
What is a lapidary?
A lapidary is a skilled artisan who cuts, grinds, and polishes stones, gems, and minerals to create decorative pieces, jewelry, or functional items. They use specialized tools and techniques to shape raw materials into finished products. Lapidaries may work with a variety of stones, from common minerals to precious gemstones. Their work requires precision, patience, and an understanding of different stone properties.
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Sonic Drive-In rating
4.6
Based on 1,621 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
86th of 106 rated fast food restaurants
Job description
The Job: Cook for Lapidary Capital Group
WOTC Statement: We participate in the federal governments Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Welfare to Work, and other federal and state tax credit programs. The information you supply during onboarding will be used to complete our federal and state tax returns, and in no way will negatively impact your employment with us.
As a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a SuperSONIC
experience by:
Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items
Trying to beat your best record, every time
Being proactive (If youre not busy now, you may be in 5 minutes!)
Continuously communicating with team to help motivate
Maintaining SONIC safety and sanitation standards
What Youll Need:
Contagiously positive attitude
Ability to remain calm, especially in tough situations
Resilient spirit knowing everyone makes mistakes and can bounce back from a set-back
Eagerness to learn and grow
Ability to multi-task, switching from one task to another with ease
Team mentality and willingness to help where needed
Effective communication skills; basic math and reading skills
Willingness to work flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
The Fine Print:
As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In franchise organizations will make reasonable accommodations to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Each franchise organization is an independent employer and thus responsible for making its own employment-
related decisions. Nothing in these materials should be construed as the franchisor being involved in or having
control over a franchise employee's essential terms and conditions of employment.
SONIC Drive-In Restaurant Cook Requirements:
- Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays
- Ability to be flexible in all situations based on business need
- Effective communication skills; basic math and reading skills
- Ability to follow directions
- Willingness to abide by the appearance, uniform and hygiene standards at SONIC Drive-In restaurants
- General knowledge and understanding of the restaurant industry or retail operations preferred, but not required
Additional SONIC Drive-In Restaurant Cook Qualifications...
- Friendly and smiling faces that enjoy providing quality products for our guests!
- A willingness to cross-train on all the stations it never gets boring here!
- Motivated individuals who are team players and committed to keeping our drive-in clean and safe.
Sure, classic cars and vintage threads may be things of the past, but the SONIC Drive-In restaurant experience will always be groovy, right on, awesome, wicked, fab, the bees knees, cruisin
. . you get the picture.
Its downright sensational!!
All thats missing is you, so APPLY TODAY!
SONIC and its independent franchise owners are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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