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Cook

at Sodexo
Alexandria, VA, USA|Onsite
From $20.00 to $25.00

From $20.00 to $25.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

401(k)

Cook

at Raising Cane's
Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50

Exact $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

pharmacy benefits

pharmacy benefits

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

short term disability

short term disability

hospital indemnity

hospital indemnity

legal insurance

legal insurance

auto insurance

auto insurance

Renter's insurance

Renter's insurance

ID theft protection

ID theft protection

Gym membership program

Gym membership program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Financial advising

Financial advising

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Education Assistance

Education Assistance

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Employee Discount Program

Employee Discount Program

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

at Buffalo Wild Wings
Alexandria, VA, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

weekly pay

weekly pay

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

shift meal discount

shift meal discount

family dining discount

family dining discount

best in class training

best in class training

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition Benefits

Tuition Benefits

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Journey Wellbeing Support Tool

Journey Wellbeing Support Tool

PerkSpot Discount Program

PerkSpot Discount Program

Prep Cook

at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
Alexandria, VA, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.75

From $14.00 to $17.75

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Dining and carryout discount

Dining and carryout discount

Retail wine discount

Retail wine discount

Discount on retail and private events

Discount on retail and private events

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

telehealth

telehealth

401K with company match

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

early pay access

early pay access

Wellness Support

Wellness Support

mental health support

mental health support

Wine and Culinary Education

Wine and Culinary Education

Career growth plan

Career growth plan

Team member rewards

Team member rewards

Milestone recognition

Milestone recognition

Referral bonuses

Referral bonuses

Line Cook

at Bonefish Grill
Alexandria, VA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Line Cook

at Dave & Buster's
Alexandria, VA, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

401k plan

Free games

Free games

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

competitive pay

competitive pay

Prep Cook / Kitchen

at HomeGrown
Alexandria, VA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

competitive pay

competitive pay

Supportive team environment

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Prep Cook/ Full-Time

at Sage Hospitality
Alexandria, VA, USA|Onsite
From $16.50 to $17.00

From $16.50 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and development programs

Training and development programs

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Prep Cook

at Silver Diner Development, LLC
Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

401k plan

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

meal discounts

meal discounts

Gym membership discounts

Gym membership discounts

Work shoe discounts

Work shoe discounts

Junior Cook

at Sodexo
Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite
From $20.70 to $21.70

From $20.70 to $21.70

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

ongoing training and development

ongoing training and development

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Discount Programs

Employee Discount Programs

Grill Cook

at Sodexo
McLean, VA, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $22.00

From $18.00 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan

401k plan

Prep Cook

at Ruth's Chris
Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

Junior Cook

at Sodexo
Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite
From $20.70 to $21.70

From $20.70 to $21.70

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

ongoing training and development

ongoing training and development

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Discount Programs

Employee Discount Programs

shift meals

shift meals

uniforms

uniforms

safety shoes

safety shoes

Transportation support

Transportation support

Line Cook

at Life Time
Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

inclusive workplace

inclusive workplace

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Team-oriented environment

Team-oriented environment

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Pantry Cook

at California Pizza Kitchen
Arlington, VA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Flexible Shifts

Flexible Shifts

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

Full and Part-Time Opportunities

benefits

benefits

Excellent Training Program

Excellent Training Program

Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities

Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities

Team Member Dining Discounts

Team Member Dining Discounts

Diverse Culture

Diverse Culture

holiday closures

holiday closures

Cocinero de Preparacion (Prep Cook)

at Silver Diner Development, LLC
Alexandria, VA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

401k plan

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

meal discounts

meal discounts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Grill Cook (Front or Back Grill)

at NANDO'S
Alexandria, VA, USA|
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive base wage

Competitive base wage

FREE meal while on shift

FREE meal while on shift

Telehealth medical and mental benefits

Telehealth medical and mental benefits

Earn PTO after 1 year

Earn PTO after 1 year

Sick and Safe Leave

Sick and Safe Leave

401k plan

401k plan

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

42 Entry Level Cook Jobs in Alexandria, VA - May 2026

Browse 42 entry level Cook jobs in Alexandria, VA. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Cook Jobs in Alexandria, VA

Employers in Alexandria, VA are actively hiring entry level Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Cook Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Cook Salary in Alexandria, VA

Entry level Cook pay in Alexandria, VA typically ranges from $41,600 per year to $52,000 per year, with average earnings near $45,800 per year or $22 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $41,600 per year
  • Average wage: $45,800 per year or $22 per hour
  • Highest wage: $52,000 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Cook roles in Alexandria, VA using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

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Why Entry Level Cook Jobs Are Common in Alexandria, VA

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Alexandria, VA create steady demand for entry level Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Cook Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Cook roles in Alexandria, VA include:

  • Sodexo

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Alexandria, VA

Many entry level Cook jobs in Alexandria, VA offer Medical insurance, Flexible work environment, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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