Cooks, Short Order Career

Job Description: Prepare and cook to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time. May take orders from customers and serve patrons at counters or tables.


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Cooks, Short Order Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$33,920

Median Hourly Wage

$16.31*

Total Employed Nationally

126,370


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.