McDonald's employees working as Line Cook/Prep Cook in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 134 ratings. This is 8% lower than the average of Line Cook/Prep Cook professionals at McDonald's worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Line Cook/Prep Cook ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at €0 per year (estimate) and goes up to €0 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Line Cook/Prep Cook at McDonald's is €47,488 per year or €23 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly €66,548 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between €40,283 (25th percentile) and €56,812 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 1 salaries submitted by McDonald's Line Cook/Prep Cook professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Line Cook with an estimated total pay of €7 - €10/hr