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Cook at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

Same Day Pay

Same Day Pay

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

recognition programs

recognition programs

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Cook at Cracker Barrel

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.00 to $16.25

From $12.00 to $16.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

same day pay access

same day pay access

Health insurance eligibility

Health insurance eligibility

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401k plan with company match

401k plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Cook at Cracker Barrel

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $16.75

From $12.50 to $16.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

same day pay access

same day pay access

health insurance eligibility on day 1

health insurance eligibility on day 1

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401k plan with company matching

401k plan with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

35% discount on food and retail items

35% discount on food and retail items

Line Cook/Prep Cook at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.25

From $14.00 to $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

career advancement

career advancement

weekly pay

weekly pay

Line Cook/Prep Cook at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.75 to $15.75

From $12.75 to $15.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

health benefits

health benefits

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew at Zaxby's

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Up to $14.00

Up to $14.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

50% off meals off shift

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Early Access to Pay

Early Access to Pay

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities to Advance

Opportunities to Advance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew at Zaxby's

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $14.00

Exact $14.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

Fifty percent off meals off shift

Fifty percent off meals off shift

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Early Access to Pay

Early Access to Pay

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities to Advance

Opportunities to Advance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew at Zaxby's

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $13.00

Exact $13.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

50% off meals off shift

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Early Access to Pay

Early Access to Pay

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities to Advance

Opportunities to Advance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Prep Cook at Chuy's Tex Mex

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.50 to $17.25

From $13.50 to $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

Community involvement

Community involvement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

employee uniforms

employee uniforms

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

fun and casual environment

fun and casual environment

Prep Cook at Double Dogs

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.25 to $15.50

From $12.25 to $15.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive wages/pay

competitive wages/pay

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

health benefits

health benefits

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Cook | Part-Time | Sevierville Convention Center at AEG

Knoxville, TN, USA|
From $18.00 to $23.00

From $18.00 to $23.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

No experience required

No experience required

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Line Cook (Kinzel Way) at Texas Roadhouse

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

weekly pay

weekly pay

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

team environment

team environment

Training and development programs

Training and development programs

health and wellness package

health and wellness package

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew at Zaxby's

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $14.00

Exact $14.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

50% off meals off shift

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Early Access to Pay

Early Access to Pay

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities to Advance

Opportunities to Advance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Server Assistant at Ruth's Chris

Knoxville, TN, USA|
No experience required

No experience required

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Training and Development

Training and Development

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive pay
Same Day Pay
Health Insurance
Vacation Time
Employee assistance program
401k plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Employee Discounts
recognition programs
Training and development opportunities

Job Description

Cracker Barrel is a well-established American restaurant and retail chain that has been inviting guests since 1969 to enjoy delicious comfort food in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its distinctive Southern charm and homestyle cooking, Cracker Barrel blends a nostalgic dining experience with a country store setting, offering guests not only hearty meals but also a range of unique and unexpected finds. With over 70,000 team members nationwide, Cracker Barrel prides itself on its community values, warm hospitality, and a culture where employees and guests alike feel at home. The company’s commitment extends beyond just serving meals – it’s... Show More

Job Requirements

  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • availability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
  • no prior restaurant experience required
  • strong commitment to punctuality and attendance
  • capability to handle physically demanding tasks
  • willingness to follow all company policies and safety standards

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong teamwork and communication skills
  • willingness to learn and adapt quickly
  • positive attitude and reliability
  • basic knowledge of food safety practices preferred

Job Duties

  • Prep ingredients for menu items
  • cook and plate meals according to company standards
  • maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen
  • follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • cooperate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations
  • handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • provide a positive and can-do attitude on every shift

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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Posted 7 days ago

Cook at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

Same Day Pay

Same Day Pay

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

recognition programs

recognition programs

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Posted 11 days ago

Cook at Cracker Barrel

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.00 to $16.25

From $12.00 to $16.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

same day pay access

same day pay access

Health insurance eligibility

Health insurance eligibility

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401k plan with company match

401k plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Posted 12 days ago

Cook at Cracker Barrel

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $16.75

From $12.50 to $16.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

same day pay access

same day pay access

health insurance eligibility on day 1

health insurance eligibility on day 1

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401k plan with company matching

401k plan with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

35% discount on food and retail items

35% discount on food and retail items

Posted 14 days ago

Line Cook/Prep Cook at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.25

From $14.00 to $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

career advancement

career advancement

weekly pay

weekly pay

Posted 1 month ago

Line Cook/Prep Cook at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.75 to $15.75

From $12.75 to $15.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

health benefits

health benefits

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Posted 10 days ago

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew at Zaxby's

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Up to $14.00

Up to $14.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

50% off meals off shift

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Early Access to Pay

Early Access to Pay

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities to Advance

Opportunities to Advance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Posted 14 days ago

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew at Zaxby's

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $14.00

Exact $14.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

Fifty percent off meals off shift

Fifty percent off meals off shift

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Early Access to Pay

Early Access to Pay

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities to Advance

Opportunities to Advance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Posted 1 month ago

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew at Zaxby's

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $13.00

Exact $13.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

50% off meals off shift

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Early Access to Pay

Early Access to Pay

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities to Advance

Opportunities to Advance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Posted 4 days ago

Prep Cook at Chuy's Tex Mex

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $13.50 to $17.25

From $13.50 to $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

Community involvement

Community involvement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

employee uniforms

employee uniforms

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

fun and casual environment

fun and casual environment

Posted 4 days ago

Prep Cook at Double Dogs

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.25 to $15.50

From $12.25 to $15.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive wages/pay

competitive wages/pay

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

health benefits

health benefits

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Posted 3 months ago

Cook | Part-Time | Sevierville Convention Center at AEG

Knoxville, TN, USA|
From $18.00 to $23.00

From $18.00 to $23.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

No experience required

No experience required

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Posted 2 months ago

Line Cook (Kinzel Way) at Texas Roadhouse

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

weekly pay

weekly pay

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

team environment

team environment

Training and development programs

Training and development programs

health and wellness package

health and wellness package

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Posted 1 month ago

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew at Zaxby's

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $14.00

Exact $14.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

50% off meals off shift

50% off meals off shift

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Early Access to Pay

Early Access to Pay

Paid training

Paid training

Opportunities to Advance

Opportunities to Advance

Recognition Program

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Posted 10 days ago

Server Assistant at Ruth's Chris

Knoxville, TN, USA|
No experience required

No experience required

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Training and Development

Training and Development

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

14 No Experience Cook Jobs in Knoxville, TN - April 2026

Browse 14 no experience Cook jobs in Knoxville, TN. No experience roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for No Experience Cook Jobs in Knoxville, TN

Employers in Knoxville, TN are actively hiring no experience Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent No Experience Cook Openings

There have been 4 jobs for Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

No Experience Cook Salary in Knoxville, TN

No experience Cook pay in Knoxville, TN typically ranges from $25,000 per year to $47,800 per year, with average earnings near $30,900 per year or $14.8 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $25,000 per year
  • Average wage: $30,900 per year or $14.8 per hour
  • Highest wage: $47,800 per year

How To Apply With No Experience

Apply online for no experience Cook roles in Knoxville, TN using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

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Why No Experience Cook Jobs Are Common in Knoxville, TN

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Knoxville, TN create steady demand for no experience Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring No Experience Cook Roles

Frequent employers hiring no experience Cook roles in Knoxville, TN include:

  • AEG
  • Cracker Barrel
  • Zaxby's

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Knoxville, TN

Many no experience Cook jobs in Knoxville, TN offer 401k plan with company match, 401k plan, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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