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NTG - 30011

Cook

Ceres, CA

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Assists the head cook with preparing food orders for the restaurant and ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen by performing the following duties. Duties and Responsibilities: * Reads and fills ...

NTG - 30008

Cook

Santa Clara, CA

$16.50 - $22/hr

Assists the head cook with preparing food orders for the restaurant and ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen by performing the following duties. Duties and Responsibilities: * Reads and fills ...

NTG - 30002

Cook

San Jose, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Assists the head cook with preparing food orders for the restaurant and ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen by performing the following duties. Duties and Responsibilities: * Reads and fills ...

NTG - 30007

Cook

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

Assists the head cook with preparing food orders for the restaurant and ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen by performing the following duties. Duties and Responsibilities: * Reads and fills ...

Sugarfire Smoke House

Head Cook/Prep Cook

Washington, MO · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

DESCRIPTION NOW HIRING - Head Cook/Prep Cook * In this role, you will work closely with our ... other restaurants. Sugarfire has won so many awards it's hard to keep track. We were named Best ...

Communal Cafe

Lead Cook

Nevada City, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Lead the Culinary Charge as Head Cook/BOH Manager at Communal Cafe! Are you a seasoned culinary ... At Communal Cafe, we're more than just a restaurant--we're a community. We pride ourselves on ...

Firehouse Subs

Chef / Head Cook

UT · On-site

Competitive salary Are you passionate about cooking and creating exceptional dining experiences ... Our restaurant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates ...

Self Help Inc

Prep Cook

Brockton, MA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Job Summary Works with the Head Cook in preparation and distribution of Food for the Child feeding ... feeding or restaurant setting * High School Diploma or Equivalent * Valid food handling ...

Self Help Inc

Prep Cook

Brockton, MA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Job Summary Works with the Head Cook in preparation and distribution of Food for the Child feeding ... feeding or restaurant setting * High School Diploma or Equivalent * Valid food handling ...

A&A Seafood Shack

Line Cook

Santee, SC · On-site

$12 - $13/hr

The Line Cook will work closely with the Head Cook and management team to ensure orders are ... Previous restaurant or line cook experience preferred * Experience working with fryers, grills, or ...

Saks Global

Restaurant Cook

Dona Ana, NM · On-site

$19.16 - $23.95/hr

Restaurant Cook Salary Range $19.16 - $23.95* WHO WE ARE: Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury ... Communicate supply needs for production with head cook * Maintain a clean and organized work area ...

Saks Global

Restaurant Cook

Dona Ana, NM

$19.16 - $23.95/hr

Restaurant Cook Salary Range $19.16 - $23.95* WHO WE ARE: Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury ... Communicate supply needs for production with head cook * Maintain a clean and organized work area ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for restaurant head cook in the United States is $18.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Cook

Ceres, CA

NTG - 30011
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$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Cook

Job Summary:  


Assists the head cook with preparing food orders for the restaurant and ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen by performing the following duties.


Duties and Responsibilities:  


  • Reads and fills written orders and follows instructions given by head cook.

  • Prepares menu items prior to and during meal periods according to written food orders.

  • Prepares, slices, and chops meats and other food products.

  • Uses preparatory utensils such as knives and pans on a regular basis.

  • Communicates with front of house staff in a professional manner regarding guest orders.

  • Receives and stocks all food items in appropriate storage locations by lifting and carrying products.

  • Maintains food product inventory and notifies head cook of shortages.

  • Follows portion and quality control standards of menu.

  • Performs end of shift duties of the kitchen daily including: washing fridges, sweeping and mopping floors, filtering deep fryers, and disposing garbage.

  • Cleans work areas within state health and safety guidelines.

  • Maintains kitchen equipment by wiping, scrubbing, and polishing as required.

  • Adheres to all restaurant policies and procedures paying special attention to health and/or safety procedures.

  • Reports any problems or discrepancies to the head cook immediately.


Qualifications: 


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Education/ Experience:


High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.


Language Ability:


Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to guests, clients, and other employees of the organization.


Math Ability: 


Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.


Reasoning Ability: 


Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.


Work Environment:


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.


Physical Demands:


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.