Cooks, Short Order Jobs Pay in Delaware, DE
Average Hourly Pay
$17.22
46.2%Below national average
Range: $16.40 – $18.04
Average Annual Pay
$35,818
46.2%Below national average
Range: $34,112 – $37,523
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
$14.64/hr
Range: $13.94 – $15.33
Annual Rate
$30,445
Range: $28,995 – $31,895
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.22/hr
Range: $16.40 – $18.04
Annual Rate
$35,818
Range: $34,112 – $37,523
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.80/hr
Range: $18.86 – $20.75
Annual Rate
$41,191
Range: $39,229 – $43,151
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
