Cook

Cracker Barrel; Lakeland (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Same day pay access

Health insurance eligible on day 1 (FT

Vacation time

401k with company match at 90 days

Employee Stock Purchase Program

36% discount on Cracker Barrel food &

Exclusive Biscuit Perks (discounts on…

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prep ingredients, plate comfort food, and help create dishes that feel like home. Each shift offers an opportunity to work with heart, hustle, and a supportive team.

Whether you’re new to cooking or experienced, we’ll teach you what you need to know. Join us and grow with a company that values its people and customers alike.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team in a kitchen.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Pride in doing a good job.
• Willingness to be taught cooking basics.

Responsibilities

• Prepping ingredients and assembling dishes.
• Plating and presenting comfort foods.
• Cooking meals to order with consistency and care.
• Collaborating with teammates to ensure smooth service.
• Adhering to food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Multi-tasking

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Job description

They say you are the company you keep - and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. Whether you’re greeting guests, rolling out biscuits, or keeping things humming behind the scenes, you make the moments that matter, both big and small. Here, the work means more because we take pride in doing it together. So, join our team and find your place, because here…we’re all in good company.

What You'll Do - You'll Make The Moment

Great times start in the kitchen, and it takes a team to bring the experience together. As a Cook, you might be prepping ingredients, plating comfort food, or cooking up someone's new favorite meal. Whatever your role, you’ll make food that tastes like home. So, if you’re making pancakes for breakfast or cooking breakfast for dinner, every shift is a chance to work with heart, hustle, and a team that’s got your back.

So if you’re someone who…

• Takes pride in a job well done
• Works well as part of a team
• Learns quickly and keeps up in a fast‑paced kitchen
• Can stay focused and handle multiple tasks
• Brings a positive, can‑do spirit to every shift

No restaurant experience? No worries. We’ll teach you everything you need to know.

Focus on You

We're all about making sure you're taken care of too. Here's what's in it for you:

• Good Work Deserves Good Pay: Competitive pay every week | Same day pay access
• Support That Goes Beyond the Clock: Health insurance eligibility on day 1 – Full and Part‑time employees | Vacation time | Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Grow and Thrive Your Way: Growth and development opportunities begin Day 1 with our industry‑leading PAR training program | 401k plan with company matching contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Culture of Belonging: Support that starts on day one | Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive | Recognition programs and employee events that bring us together
• More Perks, Just Because: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items | Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!

A Little About Us

Since 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a place to gather around delicious food, abundant servings, unexpected finds, and a warm welcome. Over time, it's become even more – somewhere folks can reconnect and feel at home. With more than 70,000 team members nationwide, we take pride in our roots – always serving up more than a meal.

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.