Fast Food Cook Salary in the United States

Fast Food Cook Salary

How much does a Fast Food Cook make in the United States? The average Fast Food Cook salary in the United States is $21,102 as of December 26, 2019, but the range typically falls between $18,902 and $23,765. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $18,902 10% $16,899 90% $26,190 75% $23,765 $21,102 50%(Median)
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Fast Food Cook prepares food for service in a fast-food or short-order setting following pre-set guidelines. Measures, mixes, and seasons menu items according to the facility's standards. Being a Fast Food Cook may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Fast Food Cook possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2020 Salary.com)

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Jeremy Hartley , Former Chief Operating Officer
ZOE'S KITCHEN INC
Zoe's Kitchen, Inc., through its subsidiaries, develops and operates a chain of fast-casual restaurants. It operates a range of restaurant formats, including in-line, end-cap, and free-standing restaurants. As of February 22, 2018, the company operated owned and franchised 249 restaurants in 20 states of the United Sta... More
Fiscal Year Ended in 2017
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Fast Food Cook Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%

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23765
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19257
24268
21575
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