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.
Annual wage data for Cooks, Short Order (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
150,420
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $23,770. 25th percentile: U.S. $30,160. 50th percentile: U.S. $35,620. 75th percentile: U.S. $39,990. 90th percentile: U.S. $46,010. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $23,770 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $46,010 |
| Workers on average earn | $35,660 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
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