What is the average hourly wage for Cooks, Short Order?

The median hourly wage for Cooks, Short Order is $13.79 per hour. This translates to approximately $28,680 per year working full-time.

What states pay Cooks, Short Order the most?

Salaries for Cooks, Short Order vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a cooks, short order?

Typical education required: No formal credential.

Cooks, Short Order Salary

Name: Cooks, Short Order Salary Data
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$28,680

$13.79 / hour

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Salary Range

$15,200 - $49,330

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

213,790

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Cooks, Short Order Salary by Percentile

$15,200 $49,330

10th pct Median: $28,680 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$15,200	$7.31
25th Percentile	$20,650	$9.93
50th (Median)	$28,680	$13.79
75th Percentile	$39,578	$19.03
90th (Top Earners)	$49,330	$23.72
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Cooks, Short Order

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$37,858	$18.20
2	California (CA)	$35,850	$17.24
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$34,990	$16.82
4	New York (NY)	$34,990	$16.82
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$34,416	$16.55
6	Connecticut (CT)	$33,842	$16.27
7	Maryland (MD)	$33,842	$16.27
8	Hawaii (HI)	$32,982	$15.86
9	Alaska (AK)	$32,122	$15.44
10	Washington (WA)	$32,122	$15.44
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Cooks, Short Order

Cooks, Short Order work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the food service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: No formal credential

Job Outlook for Cooks, Short Order

Projected Growth

+7%

2022-2032

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,505,900

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Cooks, Short Order make?

The median annual salary for Cooks, Short Order is $28,680 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $15,200, while the top 10% earn $49,330 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Cooks, Short Order?

Cooks, Short Order earn a median hourly wage of $13.79 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $28,680 annually.

Is Cooks, Short Order a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $28,680, Cooks, Short Order represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Cooks, Short Order need?

Typical entry-level education: No formal credential. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.