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Sonic

Cook

Centerville, UT · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items * Trying to beat your best record, every time ... Willingness to work flexible hours, night, weekend, and holiday shifts Employer: Mach 1 SDI

UHS

COOK

Orem, UT · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Must have strong cooking skills and ability to cook in large quantity - will be the primary cook on weekend shift * Food Handler's Permit within 90 days of hire required. * High school diploma or GED ...

Sonic

Cook

Centerville, UT · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items * Trying to beat your best record, every time ... Willingness to work flexible hours, night, weekend, and holiday shifts Employer: Mach 1 SDI

Marriott Vacations Worldwide

Cook

Harrisville, UT · On-site

$16.75/hr

Hourly Wage: $16.75 Shift:1stand 2nd; must be available weekends and holidays Are you looking for a ... As a Cook at MVW, you will assist in providing our Owners/guests with experiences and events to ...

Sonic

Cook

Vernal, UT · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

... and cooking food orders to meet product quality standards - Food preparation and portioning ... nights, weekends and holidays - Ability to be flexible in all situations based on business need ...

Sorrel River Ranch

Line Cook

Moab, UT · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Nights, weekends, and holidays are required. Ready to cook up something extraordinary? Apply now and join us at Sorrel River Ranch!

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Vernal, UT · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

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 ...

Sorrel River Ranch

Line Cook

Moab, UT

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Nights, weekends, and holidays are required. Ready to cook up something extraordinary? Apply now and join us at Sorrel River Ranch!

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

Orem, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

West Jordan, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

Kearns, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

Riverton, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

Washington, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

Brigham City, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

West Jordan, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

Mach 1 Foods

Cook

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your best record, every time ... night, weekend, and holiday shiftsThe Fine Print:As required by applicable law, SONIC Drive-In ...

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How much do weekend cooking jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend cooking in Utah is $15.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.80 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is weekend cooking?

Weekend cooking jobs typically involve preparing and serving meals during weekends, often in restaurants, catering services, hotels, or private homes. These positions may include roles such as line cook, prep cook, personal chef, or event caterer. Weekend cooking jobs are ideal for individuals looking for part-time work or extra income, and they often require flexibility, food safety knowledge, and basic culinary skills. Responsibilities can range from food preparation and cooking to cleaning and ensuring kitchen safety standards are met.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend cook?

To thrive as a Weekend Cook, you need basic culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and experience with meal preparation, often backed by a food handler’s permit or relevant training. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and inventory management tools is typically required. Strong time management, teamwork, and communication skills help ensure smooth operations, especially during busy service hours. These skills are crucial for delivering quality meals efficiently while maintaining a safe and collaborative kitchen environment.

What are some common challenges faced by weekend cooks, and how can they be managed?

Weekend cooks often face the challenge of managing a high volume of orders in a short timeframe, as weekends typically see increased customer traffic. Efficient prep work, time management, and clear communication with other kitchen staff are crucial for maintaining quality and speed. It's also important to adapt quickly to menu changes or special requests, and to stay organized under pressure. Building strong teamwork skills and staying proactive during slower periods can help prevent stress during peak hours.

What is the difference between Weekend Cooking vs Weekend Chef?

AspectWeekend CookingWeekend Chef
CredentialsBasic culinary knowledge, food safety certificationsProfessional culinary training, certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentHome kitchens, small catering events, food blogsRestaurants, catering services, private events
Employer & IndustryIndividuals, small businesses, food mediaRestaurants, catering companies, hospitality industry
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Weekend Cooking typically refers to individuals preparing food during weekends, often for personal enjoyment, blogging, or small-scale catering. Weekend Chef usually denotes a professional or semi-professional cook working in restaurants or catering services during weekends. While both roles involve culinary skills, Weekend Chefs often have formal training and work in commercial settings, whereas Weekend Cooks may operate more informally or as hobbyists.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cooking jobs in Utah?

The most popular types of Cooking jobs in Utah are:

What cities in Utah are hiring for Weekend Cooking jobs?

Cities in Utah with the most Weekend Cooking job openings:

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Infographic showing various Weekend Cooking job openings in Utah as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, and 48% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,393 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

Cook

Centerville, UT • On-site

Sonic
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$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

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Sonic Drive-In rating

4.7

Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

Based on 1,646 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Sonic Drive-In Restaurant Line Cook

As a SONIC Drive-In Line Cook, your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a Super SONIC experience by:

  • Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items
  • Trying to beat your best record, every time
  • Being proactive (If you're not busy now, you may be in 5 minutes!)
  • Continuously communicating with team to help motivate
  • Maintaining SONIC safety and sanitation standards

What You'll Need as a Restaurant Line Cook:

  • 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

Employer: Mach 1 SDI

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