Cook

Cracker Barrel; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance eligibility

Vacation time

401k with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee discounts

Onboarding and training

Recognition programs

Job summary

Cracker Barrel in Mattoon, IL is seeking a Cook to prep ingredients, plate comfort foods, and help create meals that feel like home. Every shift is a chance to work with heart, hustle, and a supportive team.

You may cook breakfast or other items, as part of a collaborative kitchen. We offer weekly pay, health insurance eligibility from day one for all, vacation time, and development opportunities, plus 401k with matching and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced kitchen
• Strong teamwork and communication
• Wostership to provide consistent quality

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and plates for service
• Cook breakfast items and other menu offerings
• Collaborate with team to deliver meals with heart

Skills

Teamwork

Pride in workmanship

Fast-paced adaptability

Multitasking

Positive attitude

Job description

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.

Qualifications

• 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:

• Competitive pay every week | Same‑day pay access
• Health insurance eligibility on day 1 for full‑time and part‑time employees | Vacation time | Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Growth and development opportunities starting 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 with support from day one | Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive | Recognition programs and employee events
• More perks: 35% discount on Cracker Barrel food and retail items | Exclusive biscuit perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more

Pay Range: $15.00 - $16.50

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—a place for folks to 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.