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Cook

at JRN Inc. - KFC
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $12.00 - $16.00

Range $12.00 - $16.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

free meal each shift

free meal each shift

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

career advancement

career advancement

medical benefits

medical benefits

Health and wellness programs

Health and wellness programs

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

recognition programs

recognition programs

Mentorship programs

Mentorship programs

Cook

at Panda Restaurant Group
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $12.75 - $17.00

Range $12.75 - $17.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Great pay

Great pay

Free Meals

Free Meals

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

short-term disability insurance

short-term disability insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

health care flexible spending account

health care flexible spending account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

401K with company match

401K with company match

Vacation leave

Vacation leave

sick leave

sick leave

bereavement/funeral leave

bereavement/funeral leave

leave share program

leave share program

associate discounts

associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Paid training

Paid training

Leadership development

Leadership development

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Cook

at Sodexo
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $17.00

Exact $17.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

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

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan

401k plan

discount programs

discount programs

Production/Cook

at Pizza Hut
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Training and Development

Training and Development

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Grill Cook

at Sodexo
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $14.00 - $16.00

Range $14.00 - $16.00

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating 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

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Employee Discount Programs

Employee Discount Programs

Shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, transportation support, or parking (site-specific)

Shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, transportation support, or parking (site-specific)

PT Cook

at DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Chattanooga Downtown
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Early wage access

Early wage access

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

hotel discounts

hotel discounts

Food and beverage discounts

Food and beverage discounts

Cook

at Red Lobster
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

weekly pay

weekly pay

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

voluntary benefits

voluntary benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

discounted shift meals

discounted shift meals

employee dining discount

employee dining discount

career training and advancement opportunities

career training and advancement opportunities

Cook

at Red Lobster
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

weekly pay

weekly pay

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

voluntary benefits

voluntary benefits

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

shift meal discounts

shift meal discounts

career training opportunities

career training opportunities

Cook

at Embassy Suites
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $12.75 - $17.00

Range $12.75 - $17.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

access to earned wages before payday

access to earned wages before payday

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% match

401(k) with 4% match

hotel and food and beverage discounts

hotel and food and beverage discounts

Swing Shift Cook

at Express Employment
Chattanooga, TN, USA|
Exact $15.00

Exact $15.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Split Shifts

Split Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Work-life balance

Work-life balance

training provided

training provided

supportive work environment

supportive work environment

Team Member - Line Cook

at Chili's
Chattanooga, TN, USA|
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

quick hiring process

quick hiring process

flexible scheduling options

flexible scheduling options

Opportunities for career advancement

Opportunities for career advancement

Supportive team environment

Supportive team environment

Enjoyable team environment

Enjoyable team environment

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Hixson, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Discounts on cellphones

Discounts on cellphones

Discounts on travel

Discounts on travel

Discounts on electronics

Discounts on electronics

Line Cook

at LongHorn Steakhouse
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $13.50 - $17.00

Range $13.50 - $17.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

competitive pay

competitive pay

shift meals

shift meals

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Holiday pay

Holiday pay

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Work-life balance

Work-life balance

Line Cook

at IHOP
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $12.00

Exact $12.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Split Shifts

Split Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Family discounts

Family discounts

on the job training

on the job training

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Discount Program

Discount Program

Prep Cook

at Texas Roadhouse
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

short-term disability

short-term disability

Life insurance

Life insurance

Grill Cook

at Sodexo
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $14.00 - $16.00

Range $14.00 - $16.00

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating 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

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Line Cook

at Taziki's Cafe
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work schedule

Flexible work schedule

training program

training program

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Exciting and dynamic work environment

Exciting and dynamic work environment

Opportunities for a promising career path

Opportunities for a promising career path

Prep Cook

at Texas Roadhouse
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $12.25 - $15.50

Range $12.25 - $15.50

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

short-term disability

short-term disability

Life insurance

Life insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Identity Theft Protection

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Business travel insurance

Annual holiday bonus

Annual holiday bonus

Line Cook

at LongHorn Steakhouse
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $13.00 - $16.25

Range $13.00 - $16.25

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

competitive pay

competitive pay

shift meals

shift meals

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Holiday closure

Holiday closure

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Prep Cook/Server Weekly Pay in Chattanooga

at Sage Dining
Chattanooga, TN, USA|
Full-time

Full-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

ongoing training

ongoing training

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

uniforms

uniforms

Masks

Masks

shoes

shoes

Tortilla/Prep Cook

at Chuy's Tex-Mex
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $13.00 - $16.50

Range $13.00 - $16.50

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

holiday closures

holiday closures

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

English language support

English language support

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Line Cook - IHOP

at IHOP
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $12.00

Exact $12.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Family discounts

Family discounts

on the job training

on the job training

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Discount Program

Discount Program

Prep Cook $17/hr Weekly Pay Near Ben Miller Park

at Sage Dining
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $17.00

Exact $17.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability insurance

short-term disability insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

Hospital care insurance

Hospital care insurance

vacation

vacation

holiday

holiday

Personal Days

Personal Days

401(k) matching program

401(k) matching program

Paid sick time

Paid sick time

Ongoing daily training

Ongoing daily training

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Uniforms Provided

Uniforms Provided

Shoes provided

Shoes provided

Referral program

Referral program

team member meal

team member meal

Discount Program

Discount Program

Line Cook - Brainerd Rd

at IHOP
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $11.00 - $12.00

Range $11.00 - $12.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Family discounts

Family discounts

on the job training

on the job training

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Discount Program

Discount Program

Line Cook - Brainerd Rd

at IHOP
Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite
Range $11.00 - $12.00

Range $11.00 - $12.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Family discounts

Family discounts

on the job training

on the job training

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Discount Program

Discount Program

43 Entry Level Cook Jobs in Chattanooga, TN - June 2026

Browse 43 entry level Cook jobs in Chattanooga, TN. 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 Chattanooga, TN

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

Recent Entry Level Cook Openings

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

Entry Level Cook Salary in Chattanooga, TN

Entry level Cook pay in Chattanooga, TN typically ranges from $25,000 per year to $35,400 per year, with average earnings near $31,700 per year or $15.3 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $25,000 per year
  • Average wage: $31,700 per year or $15.3 per hour
  • Highest wage: $35,400 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

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

  • Pay range
  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Cook Jobs Are Common in Chattanooga, TN

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Chattanooga, TN 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 Chattanooga, TN include:

  • Sage Dining
  • JRN Inc. - KFC
  • Sodexo

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Chattanooga, TN

Many entry level Cook jobs in Chattanooga, TN offer Uniforms Provided, Dental Insurance, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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