Cook

Cracker Barrel; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance eligibility on day 1

Vacation time

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee discounts

Job summary

A popular American restaurant chain is seeking a Cook to prepare meals and ensure customers enjoy delicious food that feels like home. You will join a team that values pride in work and a positive attitude. This role offers training for those without experience, emphasizing teamwork and multitasking in a fast-paced kitchen. Enjoy competitive pay and benefits from day one, including health insurance and growth opportunities.

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepping ingredients, plating comfort food, and cooking meals.
• Making food that tastes like home.
• Participating in a cohesive team environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced learning

Multitasking

Positive attitude

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.

We’re Looking For

• 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

… come on in, we’ve been expecting you! 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 – Full and part‑time employees | Vacation time | Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Growth and development opportunities: Day 1 PAR training program | 401(k) plan with company matching 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—a place where 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.

See for yourself. Apply now.

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. In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for employment according to the laws of the respective state of employment. If you feel this policy has been violated, you may report such instances to the Employee Relations Department online (http://www.crackerbarrel.com/contact-us/employee/) or toll free at 1‑800‑333‑9566. Cracker Barrel does not unlawfully discriminate in hiring. If you are interested in applying for a position and need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact (1‑800‑333‑9566) so that we can work with you to reasonably accommodate you. Note that individuals who have any hearing impairment will be reasonably accommodated in the application process.