Cooks for hire in Akron, OH

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    15,297

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  • Most popular skills

    Organizational Skills
    9%
    Leadership
    8%
    Communication Skills
    8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    81%
    Associate's degree
    13%
    Bachelor's degree
    4%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    80%
    3-5 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Cracker Barrel
    • Aramark
    • Sheraton suites
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    44%
    1-2 years
    33%
    Less than a year
    22%

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Last updated: Oct 26, 2026

Cook: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Akron, OH: $48,404 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $40,390 – $58,008 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Sous Chef

    Akron, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementLeadershipPresentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication Skills
  • Cook

    Akron, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsProduct ManagementDental AssistingCooking
  • Cook

    Akron, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAFirst Aid CertificationState Tested Nursing AssistantServsafe CertificationCNA

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementPersonal Care Home ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceLeadershipProduct Management
  • Supervisor

    Akron, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCasual Dining ExperienceAmerican CuisineFrench Cuisine
  • Line Cook / Prep Cook

    Akron, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementCommunication SkillsTime ManagementBarista ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceLeadership
  • Sous Chef

    Akron, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementTime ManagementHost/Hostess ExperienceUpscale Casual ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy Lifting

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What's the average time to fill a cook role?

The average time to fill a cook role is 62 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do cooks tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a cook include: organizational skills, leadership and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for cooks?

Common licenses or certifications for cooks include: Food Handler Certification, Driver's License and Servsafe Certification.

What are some job titles related to cooks?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to cooks include: sous chef, supervisor and line cook.

What level of education is common for a cook?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a cook in Akron, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a cook?

Most cooks have 17 years of professional experience.

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