Cook - $13 to $18 per HOUR
Posted on October 24, 2025
Red Lobster is a beloved seafood restaurant chain that originated from a single family-owned restaurant over fifty years ago. It has since grown into a household name recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional seafood dining experiences across more than 500 locations. The company's legacy is rooted in a passion for connecting people to the coast and the unique flavors of seafood, making every meal a memorable event. With a strong emphasis on community, Red Lobster is not just a place to eat but a place where new friendships are formed and familiar faces are welcomed regularly. This community-oriented approach has helped the brand maintain a loyal customer base and create a warm, inviting environment for both guests and employees.
The role of a Cook at Red Lobster is a critical part of maintaining the quality and consistency that the brand is known for. This position involves preparing, seasoning, and cooking food according to recipes and specifications while maintaining strict portion control. Cooks are responsible for setting up and stocking prep and line stations to ensure smooth kitchen operations during service. The role also requires cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the kitchen area, including equipment and utensils, to uphold the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. Attention to detail is essential when checking the quality and freshness of ingredients to guarantee that every dish served meets Red Lobster's exacting quality standards.
In addition to food preparation, Cooks at Red Lobster must inspect food preparation and serving areas, tools, and equipment to ensure adherence to safe and sanitary food handling practices. Flexibility is key, as the position may require substituting for or assisting other cooks and kitchen roles during peak times to ensure efficient and timely service. This part-time role offers competitive wages with weekly pay and a range of benefits including flexible scheduling, opportunities for medical, dental, and vision coverage at an affordable rate, and additional voluntary benefits like life insurance and short-term disability. Employees also have access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service, anniversary pay, discounted shift meals, and a 25% discount when dining as guests.
Red Lobster values its employees and invests in their growth by providing training and career advancement opportunities. The physical demands of the Cook position require the ability to stand for long periods, perform tasks involving bending, reaching, stooping, and safely lifting up to 60 pounds. Teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask are crucial characteristics for success in this role. Red Lobster is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace for everyone regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status.
Joining Red Lobster as a Cook offers more than just a job; it provides a chance to be part of a forward-thinking company with big plans for the future. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts and customer service who want to contribute to a dynamic team and advance their careers in the food service industry. The part-time employment arrangement offers flexibility that can suit a variety of lifestyles while providing a supportive work environment and competitive compensation.
                - Must meet the minimum age requirement
 - authorized to work in the country you are applying
 - ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 60 pounds safely
 - ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 to 12 hour shift
 - team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task