Line Cook Jobs in Upland, CA

A Line Cook, or Station Chef, is an integral part of the culinary team in a commercial kitchen. They are primarily responsible for preparing food items, following recipes, and cooking meals in their designated section. The position demands efficiency, ability to work under pressure, and strong attention to detail as they need to deliver high-quality food within a fast-paced environment. Line Cooks also maintain clean work areas, sanitize kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety standards are upheld.

Before becoming a Line Cook, a person might start their culinary career as a Kitchen Helper, Dishwasher, or Prep Cook. Important skills for a Line Cook include cooking skills, knowledge of food safety, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long periods. A certification in food handling or a degree from a culinary school is often required. Some also pursue additional certifications such as the ServSafe Food Handler certificate and Certified Culinarian (CC) certification from the American Culinary Federation to enhance their credentials and improve job prospects.

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PT Dietary Cook

  • San Bernardino, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Compensation Range: Starting Pay Rate: $19.57/hourly Overview: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for...

On Call Dietary Cook

  • San Bernardino, CA (18 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (18 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Compensation Range: Starting Pay Rate: $21.84/hourly Overview: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for...

Food Service Worker -- YEA/Perris

  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Food Service Worker -- YEA/Perris Job Description / Essential Elements: Basic Information Under the direction of the Director of Nutrition Services and Nutrition Services Supervisor, assists the...

Medical Center Cook - Culinary and Nutrition - Fulltime- Days

  • Placentia, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Placentia, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Who We Are UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus,...

Food Service Worker-HS Student

  • San Bernardino, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Shared Services: HRM High School Program (Unscheduled, Varied Shift) - Job Summary: This position is specifically for students only. The Food Service Worker-High School Student is responsible for...

Line Cook

  • Eastvale, CA (15 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Eastvale, CA (15 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Food Preparation: Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and menu specifications, ensuring quality, presentation, and taste are consistently maintained. Station Management: Ability to use a...

Cook

  • Ontario, CA (5 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA (5 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes and menu specifications. Follow proper food safety and sanitation procedures to ensure food quality and safety....

Line Cook - Glendora Chili's

  • Glendora, CA (11 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendora, CA (11 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Line Cook

  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Under the direction of the Kitchen Lead, the Line Cook is responsible for prepare much of the food that comes out of the kitchen ensuring all safety and food safety protocols are strictly followed...

NOW HIRING - COOKS - California Fish Grill in Upland

  • Upland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Upland, CA
  • 1 day ago

As a California Fish Grill team member, some of the perks you will be eligible for are: Referral bonus One free meal per shift Flexible schedules Career Advancement WORK TO BE PERFORMED: Prepares or...

Cook

  • Jurupa Valley, CA (15 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA (15 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Cook WKS Restaurant Group Mira Loma, California, United States, 91752 3 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Pay Range : $16.50 - $26.50 Listed wages are based on company-wide...

Senior Cook (Full Time)

  • Ontario, CA (5 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (5 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for a full time SENIOR COOK position. Location: Inland Christian Home - 1950 South Mountain Avenue, Ontario, CA 91762. Schedule: Full time schedule. Tuesday...

Experience line cook. Breakfast

  • Fullerton, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Our nest in fullerton Looking for 3 line cook with experience working breakfast fast pace. positions Hiring 1 pantry/Fryer Cook : for fullerton Location 1-2 Sautee Cook Eggs, Omelettes, Etc. : Brea...

AM Cashier/Line Cook Needed - EggBred Brea/Placentia

  • Placentia, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Placentia, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Line cook duties will consist of assisting the lead with daily tasks. The successful candidate will be cross trained as both a Cashier and Line Cook....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Upland, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Upland, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.1%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Line Cooks in Upland, CA
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%



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