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Cook at Sodexo

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $21.00

From $15.00 to $21.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Night Shifts

Night 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

Free or subsidized meals

Free or subsidized meals

uniforms

uniforms

safety shoes

safety shoes

Transportation or parking support

Transportation or parking support

Cook at Panda Restaurant Group

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $22.00

From $19.00 to $22.00

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

Paid training

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Management growth opportunities

Management growth opportunities

Cook at Panda Express

Fort Wayne, IN, 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)

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

Community giving opportunities

Community giving opportunities

Hands-on paid training

Hands-on paid training

Ongoing career and leadership development

Ongoing 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

Line Cook at Olive Garden

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|
From $15.50 to $19.50

From $15.50 to $19.50

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

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Line Cook at LongHorn Steakhouse

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $15.50 to $19.50

From $15.50 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

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

holidays off

holidays off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Food Service Cook at Sweetwater Sound

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401K contributions

401K contributions

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

full benefits package

full benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Relocation assistance

Line Cook at Outback Steakhouse

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $14.50 to $18.00

From $14.50 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

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

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Prep Cook at Olive Garden

Fort Wayne, IN, 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)

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

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $25.00

From $17.00 to $25.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

stock purchase

stock purchase

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Life insurance

Food Prep Worker - Allen County Arena & Expo Center at Aramark

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Career Development

Career Development

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

Uniform allowance

Uniform allowance

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Flexible work environment
ongoing training and development
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k plan
Employee Discount Programs
Free or subsidized meals
uniforms
safety shoes
Transportation or parking support

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, committed to creating a better everyday experience for individuals and communities alike. With its expansive portfolio covering food services, facilities management, and integrated solutions, Sodexo serves a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, corporate, and sports & leisure. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and belonging, where every employee is encouraged to be themselves and contribute their ideas, making the workplace stronger and more vibrant. As part of its mission, Sodexo emphasizes improving the economic, social, and environmental well-being of the communities it serves.... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
  • 0 to 2 years of related work experience
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Knowledge of basic kitchen equipment operation
  • Ability to read and follow a recipe unsupervised
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
  • 0 to 2 years of related work experience preferred
  • Knowledge of basic operation of kitchen equipment
  • Familiarity with food-handling procedures
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Good working knowledge of food preparation
  • Ability to read and follow recipes independently

Job Duties

  • Prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations
  • Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs
  • Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstation
  • Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • Stand and walk for extended periods during shifts
  • Lift and move food and kitchen supplies, occasionally up to 50 pounds
  • Perform repetitive motions as required in food preparation
  • Attend work punctually and maintain satisfactory regularity
  • Carry out other assigned duties as needed depending on business needs and client requirements

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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Posted 20 days ago

Cook at Sodexo

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $21.00

From $15.00 to $21.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Night Shifts

Night 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

Free or subsidized meals

Free or subsidized meals

uniforms

uniforms

safety shoes

safety shoes

Transportation or parking support

Transportation or parking support

Posted 14 days ago

Cook at Panda Restaurant Group

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $22.00

From $19.00 to $22.00

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

Paid training

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Management growth opportunities

Management growth opportunities

Posted 2 months ago

Cook at Panda Express

Fort Wayne, IN, 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)

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

Community giving opportunities

Community giving opportunities

Hands-on paid training

Hands-on paid training

Ongoing career and leadership development

Ongoing 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 9 days ago

Line Cook at Olive Garden

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|
From $15.50 to $19.50

From $15.50 to $19.50

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

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Posted 20 days ago

Line Cook at LongHorn Steakhouse

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $15.50 to $19.50

From $15.50 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

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

holidays off

holidays off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Posted 10 days ago

Food Service Cook at Sweetwater Sound

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401K contributions

401K contributions

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

full benefits package

full benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Relocation assistance

Posted 5 days ago

Line Cook at Outback Steakhouse

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $14.50 to $18.00

From $14.50 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

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

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Posted 12 days ago

Prep Cook at Olive Garden

Fort Wayne, IN, 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)

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

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Posted 2 months ago

Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate at Sam's Club

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $25.00

From $17.00 to $25.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

stock purchase

stock purchase

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Life insurance

Posted 12 days ago

Food Prep Worker - Allen County Arena & Expo Center at Aramark

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Career Development

Career Development

Training opportunities

Training opportunities

Uniform allowance

Uniform allowance

10 Entry Level Cook Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN - April 2026

Browse 10 entry level Cook jobs in Fort Wayne, IN. 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 Fort Wayne, IN

Employers in Fort Wayne, IN 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 Fort Wayne, IN

Entry level Cook pay in Fort Wayne, IN typically ranges from $31,200 per year to $52,000 per year, with average earnings near $38,000 per year or $18.3 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $31,200 per year
  • Average wage: $38,000 per year or $18.3 per hour
  • Highest wage: $52,000 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Cook roles in Fort Wayne, IN using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

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Why Entry Level Cook Jobs Are Common in Fort Wayne, IN

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Fort Wayne, IN 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 Fort Wayne, IN include:

  • Sam's Club
  • Sodexo
  • Olive Garden

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Fort Wayne, IN

Many entry level Cook jobs in Fort Wayne, IN offer Tuition Reimbursement, ongoing training, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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