Cooking Machine Operator

Code: 51-3093.00

Also known as: Fryer Operator, Kettle Fry Cook Operator, Machine Operator, Mogul Operator, Peeler Operator, Retort Operator

Description: Operate or tend cooking equipment, such as steam cooking vats, deep fry cookers, pressure cookers, kettles, and boilers, to prepare food products.

Cooking Machine Operator

Typical wages


10% $23,070
25% $27,080
Median $33,010
75% $39,670
90% $48,330
10% $11.09
25% $13.02
Median $15.87
75% $19.07
90% $23.24

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
30,400
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
30,600
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 4,800