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SSnooze SouthPark
Line Cook NEW
Snooze SouthPark
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

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Apply now → 1 day ago
CCEC Entertainment
Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member NEW
CEC Entertainment
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose and our passion is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play! Commission Detail Exempt : Commission potential fr

Apply now → 1 day ago
TThe Durban Group
Suffolk Punch South End Line Cook
The Durban Group
Cook📍 Charlotte$20/hr

Description Job Summary: Line Cooks are responsible for preparing and executing menu items according to recipe standards with consistency, speed, and quality. They maintain a clean and organized station, assist with prep

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MMyers Park Country Club
Banquet Cook
Myers Park Country Club
Cook📍 Charlotte$17/hr

Full-time, Part-time Description Myers Park Country Club is looking to add enthusiastic members to our team. If you are interested in executing a successful event by preparing food items for breakfasts, luncheons, dinner

Apply now → 1 day ago
MMyers Park Country Club
Line Cook
Myers Park Country Club
Cook📍 Charlotte$16/hr

Here at MPCC, our line cooks craft our culinary creations and provide the highest quality service and products to our membership and their guests. This role has exposure to a high-volume environment that caters to fine d

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MMyers Park Country Club, Inc
Banquet Cook
Myers Park Country Club, Inc
Cook📍 Charlotte$18/hr

Myers Park Country Club seeks a flexible cook to prepare food for events. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and able to work varied shifts. Award-winning team offers opportunities for growth.

Apply now → 2 days ago
MMyers Park Country Club, Inc
Line Cook
Myers Park Country Club, Inc
Cook📍 Charlotte$13/hr

MPCC seeks skilled line cooks to craft high-quality dishes in a fast-paced environment. This role offers exposure to fine dining, casual, and event catering, with training available for entry-level positions. A team player with a passion for culinary excellence is desired.

Apply now → 2 days ago
NNapa on Providence
Grill Cook
Napa on Providence
Cook📍 Charlotte$17/hr

Upscale restaurant seeking a skilled grill cook with excellent cooking skills and attention to detail. Must thrive in fast-paced environments and deliver high-quality dishes. Competitive venue with high standards.

Apply now → 2 days ago
NNapa on Providence
Line Cook
Napa on Providence
Cook📍 Charlotte$16/hr

Full-time, Part-time Description Growth and full-time opportunities are available for qualified individuals. Main Responsibilities of a Cook: ? Preparing workstations, cooking ingredients, and kitchen equipment for cooki

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WWhite Lodging
Entry Level Cook - Dean's Steakhouse
White Lodging
Cook📍 Charlotte$26/hr

Description Enjoy advanced scheduling and the ability to swap or pick up shifts through our app — while working within a structured, disciplined culinary environment designed to support consistent performance and operati

Apply now → 3 days ago
NNapa on Providence
Grill Cook
Napa on Providence
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeking skilled grill cook to prepare high-quality dishes. Must be a team player with attention to detail. Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.

Apply now → 3 days ago
IIntown Golf Club
Line Cook
Intown Golf Club
Cook📍 Charlotte$19/hr

Intown Golf Club in Charlotte, NC seeks a skilled Line Cook to join its supported culinary team. The club offers a structured kitchen, professional leadership, and respect for work-life balance. Premium benefits and perks are available, with pay ranging from $19 to $23 per hour.

Apply now → 3 days ago
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
Teds Montana Grill
Cook📍 Charlotte$16/hr

Ted's Montana Grill seeks skilled cooks for its scratch kitchen. Premium pay ranges from $16-$19/hour based on experience. The ideal candidate is polished, professional, and cool.

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NNapa on Providence
Line Cook
Napa on Providence
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeking skilled line cook for full-time opportunity with growth potential. Experienced cooks with strong culinary skills are preferred. Competitive environment with room for advancement.

Apply now → 4 days ago
SSuperica
SUPERICA AM PREP COOK UP TO $22/hr. (South Park / Strawberry Hill)
Superica
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale Mexican restaurant seeks a skilled AM prep cook. Dignity and respect drive the kitchen culture. Pay up to $22/hour.

Apply now → 4 days ago
NNorth Italia
Prep Cook
North Italia
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion
Apply now → 4 days ago
TThe Pearl - Atrium Health
Prep Cook
The Pearl - Atrium Health
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

The Pearl Café in Uptown Charlotte seeks a skilled Prep Cook with at least two years of culinary experience. This new café concept is building a talented team of passionate culinary professionals. A passion for great food is required.

Apply now → 4 days ago
TThe Pearl - Atrium Health
Catering Cook
The Pearl - Atrium Health
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

The Pearl Café in Uptown Charlotte seeks experienced cooks with a passion for great food. At least two years of culinary experience is required for this role. A talented team is being built at this new café concept.

Apply now → 4 days ago
TTommy Bahama
Marlin Bar Line Cook
Tommy Bahama
Cook📍 Charlotte$19/hr

Please click here to review our Applicant Privacy Policy. LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE In 2016, we launched our first Marlin Bar in Coconut Point, Florida as a laid back space where locals and travelers could gather casually ove

Apply now → 5 days ago
RRaydal Hospitality
Line Cook
Raydal Hospitality
Cook📍 Charlotte$14/hr

Benefits: Employee discounts Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Line Cooks are an essential part of our restaurant. Our commitment to Fresh, Authentic and Bold (FAB) flavors starts with our cooks following the rec

Apply now → 6 days ago
HHighgate Hotels
Cook 2 (Line Cook)
Highgate Hotels
Cook📍 Charlotte$14/hr

Hourly Kessler Hospitality’s portfolio of artistically inspired boutique hotels features unique design, luxurious accommodations, enriching ambiance, and intuitive service. With properties throughout Colorado, Georgia, F

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HHigh Hampton
Line Cook
High Hampton
Cook📍 Charlotte$22/hr

Upscale establishment in Cashiers, NC seeks a skilled line cook to prepare dishes to exact specifications. A passionate and customer-focused individual with strong culinary techniques is desired. Opportunity to work with a dedicated team.

Apply now → 6 days ago
TThe Westin Charlotte
Experienced Cook - Dogwood Restaurant - $22.81/hr.
The Westin Charlotte
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Dogwood Restaurant seeks a skilled cook to prepare high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with a focus on attention to detail and culinary expertise. The ideal candidate is a team player with strong cooking skills and attention to presentation. $22.81 hourly rate offered.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
PPeopleReady
Food Production Lead Cook
PeopleReady
Cook📍 Charlotte$18/hr

Experienced cooks are needed for a fast-paced food production environment in Charlotte, NC. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a commercial kitchen and able to work in high-volume settings. Benefits include connections with top companies and great benefit package options.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
IInvited (ClubCorp)
Cook at TPC Piper Glen Country Club
Invited (ClubCorp)
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Cook 1

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TTopgolf
Cook
Topgolf
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion
Apply now → 2 wks ago
AASM Global
Prep Cook - PNC Music Pavilion
ASM Global
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion
Apply now → 5 wks ago
AASM Global
Lead Cook - PNC Music Pavilion
ASM Global
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion
Apply now → 5 wks ago
PPhilo Ridge Farm
Cook Wanted
Philo Ridge Farm
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Philo Ridge Farm, an organic farm, seeks a skilled Production Cook to prepare seasonal ingredients with care. The ideal candidate will support a sustainability-focused kitchen. Farm-sourced ingredients and organic practices are key to this role.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
IInvited (ClubCorp)
Line Cook Full Time
Invited (ClubCorp)
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Cook 1

Apply now → 7 wks ago
NNC-Postino Plaza Midwood (Charlotte)
Line Cook
NC-Postino Plaza Midwood (Charlotte)
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant group seeks a skilled line cook to create authentic dishes. Looking for a team player with a passion for quality food. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
NNC-Postino Plaza Midwood (Charlotte)
Prep Cook
NC-Postino Plaza Midwood (Charlotte)
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant group seeks a skilled prep cook to create authentic dishes. Looking for a detail-oriented team player with a passion for quality food. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
DDos Caminos
Line Cook
Dos Caminos
Cook📍 CharlotteInquire for pay

Cook job at Dos Caminos in Charlotte.

Apply now → 12 wks ago
NNC - Postino Ballantyne (Charlotte)
Prep Cook
NC - Postino Ballantyne (Charlotte)
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant group seeks a skilled prep cook to craft authentic dishes. A team player with attention to detail is desired. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth are offered.

Apply now → 15 wks ago
NNC - Postino Ballantyne (Charlotte)
Line Cook
NC - Postino Ballantyne (Charlotte)
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant group seeks a skilled line cook to create authentic dishes. Looking for a team player with a passion for quality food. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Apply now → 15 wks ago
MMonday Night Brewing
Pizzaiolo / Line Cook - Charlotte's South End
Monday Night Brewing
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Cook job at Monday Night Brewing in Charlotte.

Apply now → 15 wks ago
BBarcelona Wine Bar-Charlotte
Prep Cook-Charlotte **PM Availability**
Barcelona Wine Bar-Charlotte
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeks a skilled Prep Cook with previous sauté experience and PM availability. A strong team player is needed for this role. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth are offered.

Apply now → 16 wks ago
BBarcelona Wine Bar-Charlotte
Line Cook-Charlotte
Barcelona Wine Bar-Charlotte
Cook📍 CharlotteOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant in Charlotte seeks a skilled Line Cook to execute dishes to exacting standards. A team player with attention to detail is needed to manage food stations. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth are offered.

Apply now → 16 wks ago
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FAQ

How do I get a cook job in Charlotte?
The fastest route in Charlotte is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Charlotte bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a cook in Charlotte?
Plenty of Charlotte venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most cook jobs here.
How much do cooks make in Charlotte?
Charlotte kitchens keep line cooks in steady demand across Uptown, NoDa and South End. Most working Charlotte cooks take home roughly $15–$24 an hour.
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