Cook — Craft Comfort Food with a Caring Team

Cracker Barrel; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Same day pay access

Health insurance eligibility on day 1

Vacation time

401k with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

35% discount on Cracker Barrel items

Job summary

Cracker Barrel in Traverse City, MI is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team and help deliver meals that feel like home. You’ll prep ingredients, plate comfort food, and cook with heart and hustle on every shift.

No restaurant experience? No worries—we’ll train you. You’ll work with a supportive team, learn quickly, stay focused under pressure, and bring a positive, can-do spirit to every service at Cracker Barrel.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospitality or food service environment is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen setting.
• Willingness to learn and follow recipes and food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cooking stations for service.
• Plate meals and ensure consistent portioning and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen during shifts.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Job description

Cracker Barrel in Traverse City, MI is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team and help deliver meals that feel like home. You’ll prep ingredients, plate comfort food, and cook with heart and hustle on every shift.

No restaurant experience? No worries—we’ll train you. You’ll work with a supportive team, learn quickly, stay focused under pressure, and bring a positive, can-do spirit to every service at Cracker Barrel.