Cooks for hire in Greensboro, NC

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    12,241

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  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    11%
    Communication Skills
    10%
    Organizational Skills
    10%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    76%
    Vocational or technical training
    11%
    Bachelor's degree
    7%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    50%
    6-10 years
    40%
    3-5 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Morrison Healthcare
    • Outback Steakhouse
    • Atrium Health
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years
    71%
    2-5 years
    29%

Browse Indeed's database of 12,241 profiles for Cooks in Greensboro, NC

Last updated: Oct 25, 2026

Cook: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Greensboro, NC: $46,081 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $34,839 – $60,951 yearly

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  • Manager/cook/foh

    Greensboro, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementCasual Dining ExperienceLeadership
  • Line Cook/Prep Cook

    Greensboro, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Casual Dining ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceTime Management
  • Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager

    Greensboro, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceCustomer Service
  • Lead cook

    Greensboro, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsBanquet Experience
  • Breakfast Cook

    Greensboro, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLDriver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class CServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAdvanced Knife SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceCasual Dining Experience
  • Sous Chef

    Greensboro, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafe CertificationPesticide Applicator's LicenseForklift Certification+3 more

    Skills

    ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsMicrosoft Office

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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: leadership, communication skills and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for cooks?

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

What are some job titles related to cooks?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to cooks include: sous chef, manager/cook/foh and breakfast 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 Greensboro, NC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a cook?

Most cooks have 12 years of professional experience.

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