Cooks, Short Order
Prepare and cook to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time.
About the profession
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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Trainee Cooks, Short Order → Technician Cooks, Short Order → Senior Technician Cooks, Short Order → Lead Technician Cooks, Short Order
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Salary Growth
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Levels
44K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
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Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $23,320 - $28,493/year With equity/bonuses: $25,652 - $34,192 Top markets (SF/NYC): $26,818 - $34,192 Execute core tasks using Reading…
Day in Life
Junior vs Senior — daily schedule breakdown
9am — Plan work on orders so that items served together are finished at the same time. 10am — Perform general cleaning activities in kitchen and dining areas.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $16,324 - $25,644 Year 2-3: Junior level $28,493 - $31,982 Year 4-6: Mid level $31,982 - $34,675 Year 7-10: Senior level $34,675 - $40,780 Year 10+:…
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You find the craft of a Cooks, Short Order genuinely interesting, not just a paycheck You enjoy working with Reading Comprehension and Active Listening You communicate clearly…
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