The table below provides information about the number of workers in this career in various regions. It also provides information about the expected growth rate and future job openings.
Employment
Major employers:
- Full-service restaurants
- Fast food restaurants
- Bars
Outlook
Demand for this career is expected to decline. However, as the population grows and more people eat out or order takeout, more cooks will be needed.
Job openings will occur because of the need to replace workers. Many positions are part time. People may work as short-order cooks to increase their income or to have flexible schedules while they attend school. Usually, short-order cooks move on to other positions in the field or to other careers.
Short-Order Cooks (CIS 100195)
| Location | Employment | & | Growth | >>>> | Annual openings | |
| This occupation |
All occupations |
|||||
| Illinois |
3,341 Medium |
& |
-5.9% |
2.7% |
>>>> |
465 Moderate |
| Cook County |
1,477 Medium |
& |
-4.0% |
3.0% |
>>>> |
211 Few |
| DeKalb-Elgin-Aurora Area |
174 Small |
& |
-12.6% |
4.0% |
>>>> |
22 Very few |
| Du Page County |
294 Small |
& |
-3.7% |
3.7% |
>>>> |
43 Few |
| Lake County |
174 Small |
& |
-8.0% |
2.6% |
>>>> |
24 Very few |
| Northwest Illinois Area |
68 Small |
& |
-4.4% |
5.1% |
>>>> |
9 Very few |
| Peoria-Bloomington Area |
155 Small |
& |
-6.5% |
1.3% |
>>>> |
21 Very few |
| Will County |
160 Small |
& |
-5.6% |
5.4% |
>>>> |
23 Very few |
| United States |
151,100 Medium |
& |
-5.6% |
3.1% |
>>>> |
20,600 Moderate |