Entry Level Cook Jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL

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Cook

at Panda Restaurant Group
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $12.50 - $16.75

Range $12.50 - $16.75

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 while working at Panda

Free meals while working at Panda

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/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

on-going career and leadership development

on-going career and leadership development

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Cook I

at SodexoMagic
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $11.92 - $17.12

Range $11.92 - $17.12

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Flexible work environment

Flexible work environment

Training and Development

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

401k

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

shift meals

shift meals

uniforms

uniforms

Public transportation support

Public transportation support

parking

parking

Prep Cook

at Olive Garden
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|
Range $13.25 - $16.75

Range $13.25 - $16.75

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

Cook I

at Sodexo
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $11.92 - $17.12

Range $11.92 - $17.12

Part-time

Part-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

Holidays

Holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

at Zaxby's
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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

Grill Cook

at Sodexo
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $13.14 - $17.77

Range $13.14 - $17.77

Part-time

Part-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

Holidays

Holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan

401k plan

Employee Discount Program

Employee Discount Program

Free shift meals or allowances

Free shift meals or allowances

uniforms

uniforms

safety shoes

safety shoes

Transportation support

Transportation support

parking

parking

Line Cook

at LongHorn Steakhouse
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Grill Cook - Full Time - 3rd Shift

at Creative Dining Services
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Exact $16.50

Exact $16.50

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Line Cook | Part-Time| University Club Alabama

at Oak View Group
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $13.00 - $17.00

Range $13.00 - $17.00

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Line Cook

at Walk-On's
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $14.00 - $22.00

Range $14.00 - $22.00

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

teamwork culture

teamwork culture

Passion-driven environment

Passion-driven environment

inclusive workplace

inclusive workplace

Line Cook

at Jim 'N Nick's
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $17.00

Range $15.00 - $17.00

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

401k plan

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Vacation Time

Vacation Time

Life Assistance Program

Life Assistance Program

Team Member Assistance Fund

Team Member Assistance Fund

Cook-TUSC

at Half Shell Oyster House
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $12.50 - $16.75

Range $12.50 - $16.75

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

at Zaxby's
Tuscaloosa, AL, USA|Onsite
Range $13.25 - $17.75

Range $13.25 - $17.75

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

free meals on shift

free meals on shift

50 percent off meals off shift

50 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

13 Entry Level Cook Jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL - June 2026

Browse 13 entry level Cook jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL. 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 Tuscaloosa, AL

Employers in Tuscaloosa, AL 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 Tuscaloosa, AL

Entry level Cook pay in Tuscaloosa, AL typically ranges from $24,800 per year to $35,600 per year, with average earnings near $29,800 per year or $14.3 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $24,800 per year
  • Average wage: $29,800 per year or $14.3 per hour
  • Highest wage: $35,600 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Cook roles in Tuscaloosa, AL 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 Tuscaloosa, AL

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Tuscaloosa, AL 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 Tuscaloosa, AL include:

  • Sodexo
  • SodexoMagic
  • Olive Garden

Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Tuscaloosa, AL

Many entry level Cook jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL offer Employer Paid Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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