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Overnight Cooking Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Cook / Grill Operator

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Greenwood, IN · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Shelbyville, IN

$14 - $18/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Plainfield, IN

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Plainfield, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Corydon, IN · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Greenfield, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Lawrence, IN · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Scottsburg, IN · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Anderson, IN · On-site

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Pendleton, IN

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook / Grill Operator

Lawrenceburg, IN

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift * Opportunities ... As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. * You ...

Cook II - Brew

Shelbyville, IN · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

Position will be engaged in the safe and efficient preparation of food utilizing various cooking ... Position requires scheduling flexibility, may be required to work weekends, holidays, overnight, or ...

Cook II - Binions

Shelbyville, IN · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

Position will be engaged in the safe and efficient preparation of food utilizing various cooking ... Position requires scheduling flexibility, may be required to work weekends, holidays, overnight, or ...

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How much do overnight cooking jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight cooking in Indiana is $14.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.27 and $16.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Cooking vs Pastry Chef?

AspectOvernight CookingPastry Chef
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary trainingPastry arts certification, culinary training
Work EnvironmentKitchen, restaurant, cateringBakery, restaurant, hotel pastry department
Industry UsageFood service, hospitality, cateringBakery, fine dining, hospitality
Work HoursOvernight shifts, flexible hoursDay shifts, early mornings, or evenings

Overnight Cooking involves preparing meals or dishes during overnight hours, often in restaurants or catering settings, focusing on quick, efficient food prep. Pastry Chefs specialize in baking and dessert creation, typically working during daytime hours in bakeries or hotel kitchens. While both roles require culinary skills and certifications, their work environments and schedules differ significantly, with Overnight Cooking emphasizing late-night shifts and Pastry Chefs focusing on baked goods during regular hours.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cooking jobs in Indiana? The most popular types of Cooking jobs in Indiana are:
Infographic showing various Overnight Cooking job openings in Indiana as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,647 per year, or $14.7 per hour.
Cook / Grill Operator

Cook / Grill Operator

Waffle House, Inc.

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Waffle House rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 406 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 85 rated restaurants


Job description

At Waffle House, we are not in the food business. We are in the People Business and we are hiring immediately for full time and part time cooks (all shifts).
Being in the People Business, we don't just take care of our customers. We take care of our people. Since 1955, we have provided a fulfilling, fun and rewarding career.
Why join us?
  • With our best-in-class training, you'll earn well above what you might earn as a Cook at other similar restaurants.
  • Paid time off, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance available
  • Paid Maternity Leave benefits available after 2 years
  • Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift
  • Opportunities to advance to supervisor and management positions
  • Waffle House Stock ownership opportunities after 90 days.
  • Paid weekly. Direct deposit and pay card available for weekly payout.

The Role:
As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers.
  • You can expect to be on your feet, doing everything from preparing food to order and food preparation, to making sure our restaurant is clean and inviting
  • We have a team environment
  • We need you to be a leader and a team player.
  • Our busiest time is the weekends, - So, we'll ask you to be available to work some weekends and some holidays

Requirements:
  • Entry level, no experience required
  • Must have a positive and friendly attitude
  • Teens welcome but must be 16 years old +

We are a strong, growing company dedicated to our Customers and Associates. We are hiring and would love to talk to you about being on our team.

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