Line Cook Jobs in Santa Clara, 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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Cook 1

  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Type: Hourly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location : J&J Surgical Vision - 510 Cottonwood Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Foster City, CA (22 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Foster City, CA (22 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Senior Cook Location: GILEAD SCIENCES HQ, FOSTER CITY - 95945001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Milpitas, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Part Time

  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to...

Line Cook (Asian Cuisine) (Full Time)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (4 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (4 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time LINE COOK (ASIAN CUISINE) position. Location : LinkedIn - 950 West Maude Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as a Cook and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled...

PM Cook III (Full Time)

  • Santa Cruz, CA (22 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (22 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Your Role: You will develop your knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry) You will have the opportunity to experience using knives and various kitchen equipment...

Line Cook - Livermore Chilis

  • Livermore, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Livermore, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, 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...

Food Service Worker II - San Mateo Medical Center (Departmental Promotional Only)

  • Redwood City, CA (17 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA (17 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 1 day ago

San Mateo County Health is seeking experienced individuals for the position of Food Service Worker II to perform a variety of work, which may include preparing, serving, and storing food;...

The Buttery(Cake Decorator & Breakfast Cook )

  • Santa Cruz, CA (22 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (22 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago

At the Buttery, we are always looking for great people to join our team! OPEN POSITIONS: ***Experienced Cake Decorator** Decorador de pasteles (Starts at $17.50 with $5 - $6 an hour in tips) Pay...

Food Service Worker

  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago

$19.90 / Hour Our restaurant portfolio at the San Jose International Airport is comprised of many well known brands such as: Peet's Coffee, Einstein Bros Bagels, Pizza My Heart and many more. At...

Food Service Worker

  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Food Service Worker Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administrion Veterans Health Administrion Summary This Food Service Worker position is loced within the Nutrition & Food Service...

Cook Senior Living Community Full Time

  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: San Jose, US-CA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Cook ~ Senior Living Community ~ Full Time Cook ~ Senior Living Community Fulltime Pay Rate: $27.00 Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday ~...

Line Cook - Livermore Chili's

  • Livermore, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 2 days 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...

Demographic Data for Santa Clara, CA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Santa Clara, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.1%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
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 Santa Clara, 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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