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Yang's Braised Chicken Rice

Night Cook

Tustin, CA · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

We are looking for candidate that has at least one year of cooking experience is preferable. The kitchen at Yang's Braised Chicken Rice is a fast-moving environment, and as such, our cooks should be ...

Sodexo

Offshore Night Cook

Harahan, LA

$13/hr

Offshore Night Cook Ubicación: NON CLIENT - 32441001 Días de trabajo/turnos: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). Se proporcionarán más detalles durante el proceso de ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK

Boston, MA · On-site

$23/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time NIGHT COOK positions. * Location: Fidelity - 245 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02210. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule: Full time; ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK

Mobile, AL · On-site

$18/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time NIGHT COOK positions. * Location : Mobile Infirmary - 5 Mobile Infirmary Circle, Mobile, AL 36607. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK

Middletown, CT · On-site

$22.90/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time NIGHT COOK position. * Location: Pratt & Whitney Middletown - 200 Aircraft Road, M/S 401-24, Middletown, Connecticut 06457. Note: online applications ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK

Greer, SC · On-site

$18/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time NIGHT COOK positions. * Location : BMWGVL - 1400 Highway 101 South, Greer, SC 29651. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule.

Sodexo

Offshore Night Cook

Harahan, LA

$13/hr

Offshore Night Cook Ubicación: NON CLIENT - 32441001 Días de trabajo/turnos: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). Se proporcionarán más detalles durante el proceso de ...

Landmark Hotel Group

Night Cook (Part Time)

Hampton, VA

$12.25 - $16.50/hr

"Recognized as the #1 workplace in Hampton Roads 2025" Night Cook, HYATT PLACE HAMPTON Location: Hyatt Place Hampton, VA 23666 Part-Time Job At Landmark, PEOPLE are our business. Serving our guests ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK

Louisville, TN · On-site

$16/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time NIGHT COOK position. * Location : Peninsula Behavioral Hospital - 2347 Jones Bend Road, Louisville, TN 37777. Note: online applications accepted only.

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK

Boise, ID · On-site

$22/hr

We are hiring immediately for a full time NIGHT COOK position. * Address : Boise State - 1910 W University Drive, Boise, ID 83725. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time ...

Currito

Cook/Prep

Naperville, IL

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

We are looking for a night cook that would ensure the restaurant has all hot food items ready for service. They are required to prep needed for the cook station during their shift. They must keep up ...

Aramark

Offshore Night Cook

Gray, LA

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

As an Offshore Night Cook on our team, you'll help bring recipes to life while being able to flex your creativity! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best equipment, you'll be immersed in a ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK (FULL TIME)

Rockford, IL

$14 - $18.75/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time NIGHT COOK position. * Location : UPS Air Hub - 3300 Airport Drive, Rockford, IL 61109. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time ...

Gumby's Pizza

Part Time Night Cook

San Marcos, TX

$15.50 - $17.50/hr

We are looking for a cook/kitchen team member who can work late night (7pm to 3am) shifts. This is not a kitchen position that requires previous experience. We just need a good attitude and a ...

Range Midtown

night cook

Sacramento, CA

$18/hr

must have pizza experience, good communication, organized and works well with others By applying to this job, you agree to receive periodic text messages from this employer and Homebase about your ...

Aramark

Offshore Night Cook

Gray, LA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

As an Offshore Night Cook on our team, you'll help bring recipes to life while being able to flex your creativity! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best equipment, you'll be immersed in a ...

Aramark

Offshore Night Cook

Gray, LA

$15.25 - $19/hr

As an Offshore Night Cook on our team, you'll help bring recipes to life while being able to flex your creativity! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best equipment, you'll be immersed in a ...

Canteen

NIGHT COOK (FULL TIME)

Rockford, IL · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time NIGHT COOK position. * Location : UPS Air Hub - 3300 Airport Drive, Rockford, IL 61109. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK (FULL TIME)

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$28/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time NIGHT COOK positions. * Location : 550 Terry A Francois Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94158. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time; ...

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How much do night cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for night cook in the United States is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Night Cook, you need strong culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and experience in high-volume kitchen environments, often supported by a food handler’s certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and safe food storage practices is essential. Reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently under time pressure are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure consistent food quality, safety compliance, and smooth kitchen operations during late hours.

What jobs make $3,000 a month without a degree?

Night cooks can earn around $3,000 a month depending on the location, experience, and hours worked, especially in high-demand or upscale establishments. Other jobs that often pay this amount without a degree include commercial drivers, sales representatives, and certain skilled trades like HVAC technicians or electricians, which may require certifications or on-the-job training. These roles typically involve specialized skills, certifications, or experience rather than formal degrees.

What are the typical challenges a Night Cook faces and how can they be managed effectively?

Night Cooks often work with limited staff and during hours when support resources may be less available, which can present challenges such as multitasking, maintaining food quality, and ensuring safety while managing late-night fatigue. To succeed, it's important to stay organized, communicate clearly with team members, and adhere strictly to food safety protocols. Many Night Cooks also develop strong problem-solving skills as they frequently handle unexpected issues independently. Building a routine and taking short, scheduled breaks can help manage energy levels and maintain high standards throughout the shift.

What are night cooks?

Night cooks are culinary professionals who prepare and cook meals during the evening and overnight hours, typically in restaurants, hotels, hospitals, or other facilities with late-night food service. Their responsibilities often include preparing ingredients, cooking meals to order, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Night cooks may also be responsible for closing down the kitchen, storing leftovers properly, and prepping for the next day's service. This role requires strong time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently during less supervised shifts.

What is the difference between Night Cook vs Day Cook?

AspectNight CookDay Cook
Work HoursTypically overnight or late evening shiftsUsually daytime shifts, morning to afternoon
CredentialsFood safety certifications, culinary skillsFood safety certifications, culinary skills
Work EnvironmentKitchen during off-peak hours, quieterKitchen during peak hours, busier
Employer & IndustryRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesRestaurants, hotels, catering services

Night Cooks and Day Cooks share similar credentials and work in comparable environments within the food service industry. The main difference lies in their work hours and shift timing, with Night Cooks working overnight or late evening shifts, and Day Cooks working during regular daytime hours. Both roles require culinary skills and food safety certifications, but their schedules cater to different operational needs of restaurants and hotels.

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Night Cook

Yang's Braised Chicken Rice

Tustin, CA • On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

We are looking for candidate that has at least one year of cooking experience is preferable. The kitchen at Yang’s Braised Chicken Rice is a fast-moving environment, and as such, our cooks should be able to handle a high volume of plates on the stove and make sure that each dish is prepared according to the guidelines handed down by the cooperate team.

Job Responsibilities:

- Working Hours from 4 PM - 9 PM weekdays

- Available to work on Saturday and Sunday, either morning shift 11AM-4PM or 4PM-9PM

- Need to learn how to make our Burrito, French Toast, Acai Bowl, our signature braised chicken rice dish.

- Make sure to have enough portioned chicken for serving during shift and prep enough portioned chicken for next day's morning shift.

- Be able to use delivery tablets, to check/finish orders.

- Make sure the prep station is clean at all times.

- Report to restaurant supervisor on items that need to be reordered.

- Prepare our signature dish to perfection

- Follow all measurements to make the dish. NEVER CHANGE THE MEASUREMENTS.

- Make sure the kitchen is clean at all times

- Prep all items needed to prepare the dish

- Ensure food safety at all times in the kitchen. FOLLOW FOOD SAFETY PROCEDURES AT ALL TIMES.

- Help with other station whenever needed

- Be responsible for packing To Go and Web Orders.

- Enter log to keep track of the prepared bowls, wasted bowls, inventory control

- Be able to finish the above requirements solely.

Company Description

Yang's Braised Chicken Rice is a global staple with foot prints over U.S, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Australia and China. We value our employee and provide lots of room for growth. We want to grow with you.