How much does a Cook II make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Cook II in the United States is $19 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $18 and $22. Hourly rate 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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Cook II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cook II Salary $16 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Cook II Salary $18 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Cook II Salary $19 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Cook II Salary $22 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Cook II Salary $24 US March 26, 2024
25% $18 10% $16 90% $24 75% $22 $19 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Cook II

The Junto - Columbus, OH

Job Description for Cook II

Cook II prepares menu dishes following established recipes and using designated ingredients that meet production and quality standards. Utilizes portion and presentation standards to create appealing and flavorful dishes. Being a Cook II may prepare unique dishes to fulfill customer requests. Follows all applicable guidelines and regulations for food handling and safety. Additionally, Cook II maintains a clean and orderly workstation and kitchen equipment. Typically requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a sous chef or executive chef. The Cook II works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Cook II typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Cook II

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Cook II, the first career path typically starts with a Cook III position, and then Sous Chef.

The second career path typically progresses to Cook - Institution.

The third career path typically progresses to Senior Line Cook.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically progresses to Pastry Chef.

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Cook II salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Cook II, the highest Cook II salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Cook II salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Cook II salary is in Miami, FL, where the Cook II salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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