Cooks for hire in Charleston, WV

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    2,736

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills11%
    Time Management8%
    Leadership7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED80%
    Bachelor's degree9%
    Associate's degree7%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years40%
    3-5 years30%
    1-2 years20%
  • Current company

    Bob Evans Restaurants
    Camc memorial hospital
    Chipotle Mexican Grill
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years56%
    Less than a year22%
    2-5 years11%

Browse Indeed's database of 2,736 profiles for Cooks in Charleston, WV

Last updated: Oct 7, 2026

Cook: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Charleston, WV: $37,001 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $28,214 – $48,526 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Line Cook

    South Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPROSHAFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational Skills
  • Line Cook

    Saint Albans, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10CPROSHAFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational Skills
  • Dietary Aide/Cook

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationHazmatDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingCPRNon-CDL Class C+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsPersonal Assistant Experience
  • Server

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationPurchasing

    Skills

    LeadershipAmerican CuisineOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCookingFood Handling
  • Cook

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseHACCP CertificationServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Casual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsAmerican CuisineCulinary Experience
  • Shelter assistant/cook

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Patient Personal Care AssistanceDriver's LicenseCNAPatient AssistanceFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementHost/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCookingFood Preparation

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

The average time to fill a cook role is 58 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: communication skills, time management and leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for cooks?

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

What are some job titles related to cooks?

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

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 Charleston, WV, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a cook?

Most cooks have 10 years of professional experience.

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