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Cook: the job, the salary, the offers

A cook prepares the dishes on the menu, from prep to plating, following food-safety rules. Depending on the brigade, they are a commis, chef de partie or sous chef, in a restaurant, hotel, contract catering or with a caterer.

167 live offers Alternance · 26CDI · 12CDD · 11 Hospitality & catering
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Main duties

  • Do the prep work
  • Cook and plate during service
  • Apply food-safety rules (HACCP)
  • Manage stock and deliveries

Skills employers look for

  • Cooking techniques and speed
  • Handling stress and the pace of service
  • Strict hygiene
  • Working in a brigade

Training and how to get in

A culinary diploma or apprenticeship; many people switch careers through vocational cooking courses.

Salary

€1,850 to €2,400 gross a month

Indicative benchmark for France, from first job to experienced profile. It varies with the collective agreement, region, company size and experience: always check the salary stated in the offer.

Based on 18 live offers that state a salary: median €22,400 gross a year (half of the offers between €22,100 and €22,400).

Our tip for your application

Describe the kind of cooking you have done (traditional, modern bistro, contract catering), the number of covers and your position in the brigade. Availability for the season is a strong argument.

  • Your CV is tailored to each ad: the experience and skills required for the role come first.
  • The letter answers what the offer asks for with your real examples, no stock phrases.
  • The recruiter’s email is looked up for you; the email leaves from your mailbox, after you approve it.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is contract catering a good option?

Yes, for more regular hours, often with no evening or weekend service.

When does seasonal hiring start?

From February–March for summer, and from September for the winter ski season.

Cook: what salary?

€1,850 to €2,400 gross a month (indicative benchmark for France, depending on experience, region and collective agreement).

Cook: how to apply faster?

Create your profile once, then let MakeYouFirst tailor your CV and letter to each ad and find the recruiter’s email. You review, you approve, and the application leaves from your own mailbox.

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