Fry Cook Jobs
Fry Cook jobs are open across quick-service restaurants, diners, and fast-casual chains, from entry-level line positions to lead cook roles, with specializations in short-order cooking, deep frying, and high-volume prep. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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KOMODO is hiring experienced, dependable Line Cooks for our Grill, Sauté, Salads, Wok, Fry, and Dim Sum stations. Join our culinary team in a fast-paced, fine-dining restaurant in the heart of Brickell.
Responsibilities
- Prepare dishes according to restaurant recipes, presentation standards, and timing requirements.
- Set up, stock, and maintain your assigned station.
- Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Communicate with chefs and team members to ensure efficient service.
- Complete assigned preparation, opening, and closing duties.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of cooking experience in a fine dining restaurant.
- Experience in one or more of the stations listed above.
- Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent food quality.
- Availability to work at least 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Working Conditions
- Extended standing, reaching, and bending during shifts of eight hours or more.
- Lifting or transporting up to 25 pounds regularly and 40 pounds occasionally.
- Exposure to heat, cold, and moisture in a commercial kitchen.
- Reasonable accommodations may be provided to perform essential job functions.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
***Apply today! Submit your resume and indicate your station experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What are your desired hourly rate expectations?
Experience:
- Restaurant : 2 years (Preferred)
- Culinary/Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Miami, FL 33131 (Required)
Work Location: In person
KOMODO is hiring experienced, dependable Line Cooks for our Grill, Sauté, Salads, Wok, Fry, and Dim Sum stations. Join our culinary team in a fast-paced, fine-dining restaurant in the heart of Brickell.
Responsibilities
- Prepare dishes according to restaurant recipes, presentation standards, and timing requirements.
- Set up, stock, and maintain your assigned station.
- Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Communicate with chefs and team members to ensure efficient service.
- Complete assigned preparation, opening, and closing duties.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of cooking experience in a fine dining restaurant.
- Experience in one or more of the stations listed above.
- Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent food quality.
- Availability to work at least 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Working Conditions
- Extended standing, reaching, and bending during shifts of eight hours or more.
- Lifting or transporting up to 25 pounds regularly and 40 pounds occasionally.
- Exposure to heat, cold, and moisture in a commercial kitchen.
- Reasonable accommodations may be provided to perform essential job functions.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
***Apply today! Submit your resume and indicate your station experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What are your desired hourly rate expectations?
Experience:
- Restaurant : 2 years (Preferred)
- Culinary/Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Miami, FL 33131 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fry cook jobs.
- Experience operating commercial deep fryers and flat-top griddles in a high-volume kitchen
- Ability to maintain food safety standards and pass a food handler or ServSafe certification
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods in a hot, fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of proper oil temperature management, change schedules, and filtration procedures
- Ability to follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and plating specifications consistently
- Availability for early morning, late night, weekend, and holiday shifts as required
Tips for Your Fry Cook Job Search
List every station you can run
Hiring managers scan for specific equipment experience, so list the fryers, griddles, and line stations you've worked rather than just writing 'kitchen experience.' Calling out a Pitco fryer or a flat-top griddle makes your resume stand out in a stack.
Get a food handler card before applying
Many fry cook postings require a valid food handler certification before your first shift. Getting yours before you apply removes a hiring barrier and signals you're ready to start quickly, which matters in high-turnover kitchen environments.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists fry cook openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name volume expectations
Job listings that mention covers per shift or peak-hour output tell you exactly what pace the kitchen runs. Apply to roles where that volume matches what you've handled before, so your work history speaks directly to what the employer needs.
Bring a prep timeline to your interview
Fry cook interviews often include a practical question about how you'd organize a rush prep list. Walk in ready to describe your mise en place process and how you sequence batching, thaw times, and oil changes without slowing the line.
Negotiate schedule before you negotiate anything else
Shift availability is frequently a dealbreaker in kitchen hiring. Confirm whether the role is days, nights, or split shifts, and lock in your availability in writing during the offer stage rather than discovering a conflict on your first week.
Fry Cook Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most fry cooks?
ST MART, zingster's, and PDQ Chicken are hiring the most fry cooks right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to spike around spring and summer when restaurant traffic increases.
How many fry cook jobs are remote?
About 0% of fry cook openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is in most kitchen environments. The small share of remote-adjacent work typically involves recipe development, culinary training, or food quality consulting rather than active line cooking.
How do you become a fry cook?
Start by getting a food handler certification, which most employers require before your first shift. Apply to entry-level kitchen positions at quick-service or fast-casual restaurants to build hands-on experience with fryers and griddles. As you log time on the line, focus on speed, consistency, and food safety habits that lead to advancement.
Can you get hired as a fry cook with no experience?
Yes, many quick-service and fast-casual restaurants hire fry cooks with no prior kitchen experience and train on the job. Having a current food handler card, showing up on time for the interview, and demonstrating a willingness to work high-volume shifts will carry more weight than a resume in most entry-level hiring decisions.
What does the fry cook interview process look like?
Most fry cook interviews involve a brief conversation with a kitchen manager or shift supervisor about your availability, physical stamina, and any equipment you've used. Some employers follow up with a short working interview or trial shift where you demonstrate your speed and cleanliness on the line before a formal offer is made.
Where can I find and apply to fry cook jobs?
You can find and apply to fry cook jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your availability and experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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