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Line Cook

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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

Entry Level Cook - Jimmy Vs

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White Lodging
Raleigh, NC, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

401K with company match

401K with company match

vacation

vacation

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Leadership development

Leadership development

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Referral bonuses

hotel and dining discounts

hotel and dining discounts

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

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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

Pastry Line Cook

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The Umstead Hotel & Spa
Raleigh, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $16.25 - $20.00

Range $16.25 - $20.00

Full-time

Full-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

401(k)

401(k)

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

employee discount

employee discount

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Referral program

Referral program

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prep Cook/Cocinero de Preparacion - Hiring Immediately

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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

Production Worker*

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Duke University
Raleigh, NC, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $17.75

Range $15.00 - $17.75

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

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 Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Training and Development

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Food Prep Helper

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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 Raleigh, NC - August 2026

Browse 7 entry level Cook jobs in Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC

Employers in Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC

Entry level Cook pay in Raleigh, NC typically ranges from $31,200 per year to $36,900 per year, with average earnings near $33,300 per year or $16 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $31,200 per year
  • Average wage: $33,300 per year or $16 per hour
  • Highest wage: $36,900 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

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

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  • 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 Raleigh, NC

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

  • Duke University

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Raleigh, NC

Many entry level Cook jobs in Raleigh, NC offer Daily Pay, Life insurance, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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