Can you get a cook job at a diner without knowing how to cook?

Question

The listing says "willing to train" but I literally don't know how to fry an egg! Will they be patient and teach me the basics, or do they mean train for more complicated dishes?

Pearl L · Answer

they'll train you

Paul · Answer

It depends on what kind of restaurant. If it's a top ranked fancy restaurant, they expect applicants with some knowledge and experience at being a cook. If it's a bar that serves burgers and pizza, they can train you to do that.

Ivan · Answer

You just have to go check it out and see. Sometimes there is a lot of pressure on a restaurant cook when the dining room fills up and everybody wants their food at the same time.

Can you get a cook job at a diner without knowing how to cook?

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