Cooks, Short Order Jobs Pay in Colorado Springs, CO
Average Hourly Pay
$21.12
34.0%Below national average
Range: $20.11 – $22.12
Average Annual Pay
$43,920
34.0%Below national average
Range: $41,829 – $46,012
How much do Cooks, Short Order make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$17.95/hr
Range: $17.09 – $18.80
Annual Rate
$37,332
Range: $35,555 – $39,110
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.12/hr
Range: $20.11 – $22.12
Annual Rate
$43,920
Range: $41,829 – $46,012
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.29/hr
Range: $23.13 – $25.44
Annual Rate
$50,508
Range: $48,103 – $52,914
Cooks, Short Order job description
Cooks, Short Order professionals work in restaurants, cafes, and food service establishments to prepare and serve food and beverages. They ensure food quality, maintain cleanliness, and provide excellent customer experiences.
Responsibilities
- •Prepare food and beverages to standards
- •Maintain food safety and hygiene
- •Serve customers and take orders
- •Clean and sanitize work areas
- •Stock supplies and ingredients
- •Work as part of a kitchen team
Skills
- •Food preparation techniques
- •Food safety and sanitation
- •Customer service
- •Speed and efficiency
- •Teamwork
- •Physical stamina
Qualifications
- •Food handler certification
- •Previous food service experience
- •Ability to work in fast-paced environment
- •Weekend and evening availability
