Line Cook Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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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Spec Cook Mian

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 9 hours ago

Summary: Prepares food according to recipes and customer requests, ensuring high quality and customer satisfaction. Engagement Expectations: We believe that team member engagement is the basis for...

Overnight Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 17 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details About the role: The Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is seeking an Overnight Cook 3 to join our culinary team. Our cooks prepare food items of...

Line Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 17 hours ago

We are looking for an energetic and dedicated Line Cook to join the Enswell team....

Breakfast-lunch cook

  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 21 hours ago

Line cook wanted $15.00 to 20.00 hr. Based on experience. Weekends a must. Must be able to work early mornings. Willing to teach the right person....

Cook I

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 21 hours ago

Located in the nations first skyscraper, Loews Philadelphia Hotel combines living history with warm sophistication. The citys expanding skyline, vibrant arts scene and diverse atmosphere have...

Cook

  • Wilmington, DE (7 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE (7 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 21 hours ago

Location: 371 Buckley Mill Road Wilmington, DE 19807 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Time Type:...

PJ CLARKES' THE CURTIS NOW HIRING - Line Cook Extraordinaire

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Were on the hunt for a kickass Line Cook to join our culinary crew and bring the heat....

Cook (Part Time)

  • Woodstown, NJ (11 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodstown, NJ (11 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Line Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details About the role: The Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is seeking a Cook 3 to join our culinary team. Our cooks prepare food items of consistent...

Line Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details My Loup is looking for an line cook!...

Hotel Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including fryers, and ovens. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, following health and safety regulations....

Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

(Preferred) General Experience with production equipment including electric slicers, convection ovens, deck ovens, tilting skillet, deep fat fryers, steamers, steam kettles, mixers, meat grinders, and...

Line Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a FULL TIME line cook / team member to join our team at our RITTENHOUSE LOCATION! We are a small, but mighty team who are constantly growing every single day....

Dietary Cook

  • Deptford, NJ (20 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Deptford, NJ (20 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Cook Deptford Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is looking to hire a Dietary Cook for our Skilled Nursing Facility! DUTIES: Preparation, cooking, and service of a variety of foods...

Food Service Worker - Hiring Now

  • Saint Davids, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Davids, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: EASTERN UNIVERSITY - 10730002 Workdays/shifts : ANY SHIFT (OPEN AVAILABILITY). More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type:...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE
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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