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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$30,752 / year median in Texas
+5% projected growth
Job Description
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$18.00
Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Cooke County $10.29 - $14.78 Per hour Cook (Gainesville)
WAFFLE HOUSE INC
Occupation:
Cooks, Restaurant
Location:
Gainesville, TX - 76240
Job Type:
Regular, Full and Part Time Positions, Permanent Employment
Posted:
09/04/2026
Positions available: 2
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
09/07/2026
Expires:
12/03/2026
Job #: 17065187
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Full Time Schedule
Full and Part Time Positions Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . Full job description At Waffle House, we are not in the food business. We are in the People Business and we are hiring immediately for full time and part time cooks (all shifts). Being in the People Business, we don't just take care of our customers. We take care of our people. Since 1955, we have provided a fulfilling, fun and rewarding career. Why join us? With our best-in-class training, you'll earn well above what you might earn as a Cook at other similar restaurants.
Paid time off, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance available
Paid Maternity Leave benefits available after 2 years
Flexible schedules - Full time or Part time, Day or Night shift / Overnight shift
Opportunities to advance to supervisor and management positions
Waffle House Stock ownership opportunities after 90 days.
Paid weekly. Direct deposit and pay card available for weekly payout.
The Role:
As a Cook, your job is all about delivering the Waffle House experience to your Customers. You can expect to be on your feet, doing everything from preparing food to order and food preparation, to making sure our restaurant is clean and inviting
We have a team environment
We need you to be a leader and a team player.
Our busiest time is the weekend - So, we'll ask you to be available to work some weekends and some holidays
Requirements:
Entry level, no experience required
Must have a positive and friendly attitude
Teens welcome but must be 16 years old + We are a strong, growing company dedicated to our Customers and Associates. We are hiring and would love to talk to you about being on our team.
Pay:
Up to $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance Experience level: No experience needed
Language:
English (Required)
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance