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at Waffle House
Durham, NC, USA|Onsite
Up to $18.00

Up to $18.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

employee discount

employee discount

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Line Cook

at Red Robin
Cary, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $13.91 - $16.77

Range $13.91 - $16.77

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Hospital Indemnity coverage

Hospital Indemnity coverage

401k Retirement Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Referral bonuses

Referral bonuses

meal discounts

meal discounts

Flexible work schedules

Flexible work schedules

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

at Buffalo Wild Wings
Cary, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $13.00 - $17.50

Range $13.00 - $17.50

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

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

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

Cash Referral Program

Cash Referral Program

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Slip resistant shoes program

Slip resistant shoes program

Crew Member - Cashier

at Cookout
Durham, NC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

top-tier pay

top-tier pay

401K Matching

401K Matching

Bonuses

Bonuses

performance based raises

performance based raises

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

free food during shifts

free food during shifts

Prep Cook/Cocinero de Preparacion - Hiring Immediately

at Alpaca Chicken
Cary, NC, USA|
Range $12.00 - $16.00

Range $12.00 - $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tips

Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

employee discount

employee discount

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

at Chuck E. Cheese
Durham, NC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision

Vision

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Employee meal discounts

Employee meal discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Tuition savings

Tuition savings

scholarships

scholarships

Financial relief resources

Financial relief resources

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Flexible spending account

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Health savings account

Legal Coverage

Legal Coverage

Early wage access

Early wage access

Food Prep Helper

at Sodexo
Cary, NC, USA|Onsite
Exact $17.75

Exact $17.75

Full-time

Full-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

401k Retirement Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Programs

Employee Discount Programs

Holiday pay

Holiday pay

uniform provided

uniform provided

Safety shoes provided

Safety shoes provided

Transportation support

Transportation support

7 Entry Level Cook Jobs in Durham, NC - August 2026

Browse 7 entry level Cook jobs in Durham, NC. 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 Durham, NC

Employers in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC

Entry level Cook pay in Durham, NC typically ranges from $37,400 per year to $37,400 per year, with average earnings near $37,400 per year or $18 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $37,400 per year
  • Average wage: $37,400 per year or $18 per hour
  • Highest wage: $37,400 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Cook roles in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC include:

  • Waffle House

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Durham, NC

Many entry level Cook jobs in Durham, NC offer Bonuses, Vision Insurance, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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