Occupation ยท SOC 35-2011
Cooks, Fast Food: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of cooks, fast food typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 668,230 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $30,160 ($14.50 an hour).
US employment
668,230
Median annual wage
$30,160
Mean annual wage
$31,140
Median hourly wage
$14.50
Education and training
Typical education
No formal educational credential
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooks, Private Household | $44,530 | $14,370 (+47.6%) | 3 | Postsecondary nondegree award |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California136,550
- 2. North Carolina89,140
- 3. Missouri52,590
- 4. Texas31,120
- 5. Alabama25,580
- 6. New York21,210
- 7. Kentucky20,250
- 8. Florida19,510
- 9. Virginia17,430
- 10. Tennessee16,690
States that pay the most
- 1. Hawaii$40,300
- 2. District of Columbia$38,350
- 3. New Hampshire$37,220
- 4. Massachusetts$37,100
- 5. Vermont$37,050
- 6. Oregon$37,020
- 7. Washington$36,800
- 8. California$36,410
- 9. Alaska$35,820
- 10. Maine$35,780
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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