Cooks, Short Order
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.
SOC: 35-2015.00
Common Job Titles
CookGrill CookLine CookShort Order Cook
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Cooks, Short Order (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
150,420
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| 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)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Customer and Personal Service3.8/5
- Food Production3.5/5
- Production and Processing3.4/5
- English Language3.1/5
- Mathematics2.9/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
Technology Skills
Aldelo Systems Aldelo for Restaurants ProFoodman Home-DeliveryInventory control softwarePlexis Software Plexis POSPoint of sale POS softwareRestaurantPlus PRO
Tools & Equipment
Apple corersBakers' peelsBlendersBoning knivesBroilersCappuccino makersCarbonated beverage dispensersCash registers