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Cook at JRN Inc. - KFC

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $17.00

From $12.50 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

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

Eligibility to accrue paid vacation time

Eligibility to accrue paid vacation time

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

medical benefits

medical benefits

Health and wellness programs

Health and wellness programs

401K plan with 6% match

401K plan with 6% match

Perks such as discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships

Perks such as discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

Reward and recognition culture

Reward and recognition culture

Cook at Panda Express

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $11.00 to $14.75

From $11.00 to $14.75

Hourly

Hourly

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

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary 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 leave

Bereavement leave

leave share program

leave share program

associate discounts

associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Hands-on paid training

Hands-on paid training

on-going career and leadership development

on-going career and leadership development

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Cook at Applebee's Grill & Bar

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $11.00 to $14.75

From $11.00 to $14.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Flexible work schedules

Flexible work schedules

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Daily Pay (except California)

Daily Pay (except California)

inclusive work environment

inclusive work environment

Cook at Applebee's Grill & Bar

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $17.00

From $12.50 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

inclusive work environment

inclusive work environment

Line Cook at LongHorn Steakhouse

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.75

From $14.00 to $17.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

shift meals

shift meals

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

holiday closures

holiday closures

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

BOH Line Cook-Full Time at Stars and Strikes

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $13.00 to $16.00

From $13.00 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401k

401k

Free Bowling

Free Bowling

Laser tag

Laser tag

Monthly rewards

Monthly rewards

Company-wide contests

Company-wide contests

LINE COOK - LANIER NUTRITION AND FOODS at East Alabama Medical Center

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $15.75

From $12.50 to $15.75

Hourly

Hourly

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

employee wellness program

employee wellness program

Line Cook at Olive Garden

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.75

From $14.00 to $17.75

Hourly

Hourly

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

discounts

discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at Chuck E. Cheese

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $10.00 to $13.50

From $10.00 to $13.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Meal Discount

Meal Discount

Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program

Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

scholarships

scholarships

perks and discounts

perks and discounts

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

CEC Cares Fund

CEC Cares Fund

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Job Overview

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Employment Type

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Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.50 - $17.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
flexible schedules
free meal each shift
Eligibility to accrue paid vacation time
Career advancement opportunities
medical benefits
Health and wellness programs
401K plan with 6% match
Perks such as discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships
Tuition Reimbursement
Scholarship Opportunities
Reward and recognition culture

Job Description

KFC, known globally as Kentucky Fried Chicken, is one of the largest and most recognized quick-service restaurant chains in the world. Established decades ago, KFC has built a strong reputation for its signature fried chicken recipes and its commitment to quality food and excellent customer service. As a pioneer in the fast-food industry, KFC prides itself on offering a dynamic workplace that supports career growth, professional development, and personal enrichment. The company has a deep dedication to nurturing talent from within and encourages its team members to advance in their roles while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • Accessibility to dependable and reliable transportation
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Management/leadership skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Physical dexterity required (the ability to move up to 50 lbs. from one area to another)
  • Attendance and punctuality a must
  • Operating of cash register as needed and making change for other cashiers
  • Basic math skills
  • Complete training certification
  • Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
  • Team player
  • Commitment to customer satisfaction
  • Strong work ethic

Job Qualifications

  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Management/leadership skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Basic math skills
  • Complete training certification
  • Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
  • Team player
  • Commitment to customer satisfaction
  • Strong work ethic

Job Duties

  • Interaction with customers: receiving orders, processing sales and monies and managing customer issues
  • Preparation of products
  • Maintaining quality of product
  • Monitoring all service equipment
  • Uncompromising standards in maintaining a clean and safe work environment (per Labor Board and OSHA regulations and Company standards), unloading, stocking and maintaining required inventory level
  • Champions recognition and motivation efforts

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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Posted 2 months ago

Cook at JRN Inc. - KFC

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $17.00

From $12.50 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

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

Eligibility to accrue paid vacation time

Eligibility to accrue paid vacation time

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

medical benefits

medical benefits

Health and wellness programs

Health and wellness programs

401K plan with 6% match

401K plan with 6% match

Perks such as discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships

Perks such as discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

Reward and recognition culture

Reward and recognition culture

Posted 2 months ago

Cook at Panda Express

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $11.00 to $14.75

From $11.00 to $14.75

Hourly

Hourly

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

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary 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 leave

Bereavement leave

leave share program

leave share program

associate discounts

associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Hands-on paid training

Hands-on paid training

on-going career and leadership development

on-going career and leadership development

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Posted 2 months ago

Cook at Applebee's Grill & Bar

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $11.00 to $14.75

From $11.00 to $14.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Flexible work schedules

Flexible work schedules

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Daily Pay (except California)

Daily Pay (except California)

inclusive work environment

inclusive work environment

Posted 2 months ago

Cook at Applebee's Grill & Bar

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $17.00

From $12.50 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Healthcare benefits

Healthcare benefits

meal discounts

meal discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

inclusive work environment

inclusive work environment

Posted 2 months ago

Line Cook at LongHorn Steakhouse

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.75

From $14.00 to $17.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

shift meals

shift meals

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

holiday closures

holiday closures

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Posted 2 months ago

BOH Line Cook-Full Time at Stars and Strikes

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $13.00 to $16.00

From $13.00 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401k

401k

Free Bowling

Free Bowling

Laser tag

Laser tag

Monthly rewards

Monthly rewards

Company-wide contests

Company-wide contests

Posted 2 months ago

LINE COOK - LANIER NUTRITION AND FOODS at East Alabama Medical Center

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $15.75

From $12.50 to $15.75

Hourly

Hourly

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

employee wellness program

employee wellness program

Posted 2 months ago

Line Cook at Olive Garden

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.75

From $14.00 to $17.75

Hourly

Hourly

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

discounts

discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Posted 2 months ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member at Chuck E. Cheese

Columbus, GA, USA|Onsite
From $10.00 to $13.50

From $10.00 to $13.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Meal Discount

Meal Discount

Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program

Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

scholarships

scholarships

perks and discounts

perks and discounts

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

CEC Cares Fund

CEC Cares Fund

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

9 Entry Level Cook Jobs in Columbus, GA - April 2026

Browse 9 entry level Cook jobs in Columbus, GA. 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 Columbus, GA

Employers in Columbus, GA 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 Columbus, GA

Entry level Cook pay in Columbus, GA typically ranges from $22,900 per year to $35,400 per year, with average earnings near $26,300 per year or $12.7 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $22,900 per year
  • Average wage: $26,300 per year or $12.7 per hour
  • Highest wage: $35,400 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Cook roles in Columbus, GA 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 Columbus, GA

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Columbus, GA 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 Columbus, GA include:

  • JRN Inc. - KFC
  • Applebee's Grill & Bar
  • Panda Express

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Columbus, GA

Many entry level Cook jobs in Columbus, GA offer leave share program, Career growth opportunities, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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