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Short Order Cook in the US

Average Base Hourly Compensation
$17.82
33% of roles are tipped, 100% of roles are paid hourly
Median $18.00
Min: $12.00
Max: $24.00
Short Order Cook Compensation Ranges
Based on
361
Short Order Cook Jobs in the US
Across
12,137
Hospitality businesses in the US
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Short Order Cook Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Full Time 60%
Full/Part Time 19%
Seasonal 9%
Part Time 12%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $20.00
Low: $12.00
High: $22.00
Casual $18.50
Low: $12.00
High: $22.00
Fast Food $18.00
Low: $12.00
High: $22.50
Other $17.50
Low: $13.75
High: $22.13
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $17.93
Low: $13.75
High: $22.50
2-4 years $18.50
Low: $12.00
High: $22.13
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Cashier
$20.56
Median $20.70
Low: $13.75
High: $26.00
Prep Cook
$19.99
Median $20.00
Low: $11.75
High: $34.16
Line Cook
$21.12
Median $21.00
Low: $14.00
High: $30.94
Retail Associate
$17.04
Median $17.00
Low: $10.50
High: $27.00
Shift Leader
$21.41
Median $20.50
Low: $11.00
High: $32.45
Baker
$21.10
Median $21.00
Low: $12.50
High: $32.21
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
58%
Dental Insurance
51%
Vision Insurance
50%
Paid Time Off
54%
401(k)
53%
Commuter Benefits
15%
Potential Bonuses
11%
Dining Discounts
68%
Wellness Program
45%
Life Insurance
2%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
0%
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Career Resources for Short Order Cook

Top Required Skills for a Short Order Cook
Teamwork
72.02% have this skill
Communication
57.89% have this skill
Attention to Detail
55.12% have this skill
Time Management
52.63% have this skill
Adaptability
46.26% have this skill
Cleaning / Sanitation
41.83% have this skill
Short Order Cook Jobs in the US

Sandwich Maker

Rival Bros Cafe - Midtown Village
Philadelphia, PA
Full/Part Time
Rival Bros operates multiple cafes, a cocktail bar/restaurant and a robust wholesale program in the Philadelphia area, delivering excellent coffee and customer experience on...
View JobBased on Experience

Fast Casual Cook

Sticky Rice Cafe
Knoxville, TN
Full/Part Time
Seeking an experienced line cook for a high-volume Southeast Asian restaurant. Responsibilities include setting up and maintaining a clean, fully stocked station; preparing and...
View JobBased on Experience

Sandwich Maker

All'antico Vinaio - 8th Avenue
New York, NY
Full Time
Famed Italian Sandwich Shop All' Antico Vinaio is looking for Cashiers/Sandwich Makers to join it's team.The ideal candidate will have:- At least one year...
View Job$17-$18/hr

Sandwich Maker

Tilly Bagel Shop
Chicago, IL
Full/Part Time
THIS JOB POSTING IS FOR OUR NEW LAKEVIEW LOCATIONOpening in June at 3162 N Broadway WEEKEND AVAILABILITY REQUIRED  Tilly Bagel Shop is seeking a sandwich...
View Job$18/hr

Sandwich Maker

Inspired Indian Cooking
Evanston, IL
Part Time
About UsNamed one of Evanston’s Best Restaurants by Eater Chicago, Inspired Indian is a fast-growing Indian food brand serving the Evanston/Northwestern community across four...
View Job$18/hr

Food Truck and Delivery Driver

Jarabe Mexican Street Food
Lyons, IL
Full/Part Time
We are a high-volume Mexican kitchen and catering company looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Delivery Driver / Food Truck Operator. 📍 Located near Lyons...
View Job$20-$25/hr

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