Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fry-cook
noun
/ˈfraɪˌkʊk/

Definition
A person who prepares and cooks food, typically by frying it.

Examples
- He worked as a fry-cook at the diner for several years.
- During her summer job, she learned how to be a fry-cook in a fast-food restaurant.
- The fry-cook expertly flipped the burgers on the grill.

Meaning
A fry-cook is often responsible for frying various types of food, such as meats, vegetables, and pastries, usually in a restaurant or food establishment.

Synonyms
- chef
- line cook
- short-order cook