Line Cook Jobs

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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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings

Shipboard Cook

Advanced knowledge and ability to roast, broil, braise, sauté, fry, and grill (including breakfast items) is required....

Beautiful Eco - Friendly Resort in Big Sur is Hiring Line Cook Now!

  • Big Sur, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Big Sur, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Cook or Sous Chef role based on exceptional performance Qualifications: 2+ years of experience working in a professional kitchen (line cook experience mandatory) Strong protein handling skills are...

Mine Oyster

Experienced Line Cook

Are you a passionate and reliable Line Cook with experience working multiple stations in a fast-paced kitchen?...

Daily Responsibilities: Plan cycle menus that are simple, wholesome, and organic Control portions to ensure balanced meals Utilize knife skills to prepare ingredients Manage food quality and ensure...

Maxime's

Line Cook

We are looking for a line cook to immediately join our Kitchen team and prepare food to the chef’s specifications....

Confidential

Breakfast Cook ( Remote )

  • Ashton, WV
  • 13 hours ago
  • Ashton, WV
  • 13 hours ago

Breakfast cooks will work a 4 week on 2 week off schedule, 7 days per week with room and board provided. Candidates will report to the executive chef and camp manager. Breakfast service is buffet...

Remote Work
Square 22 Restaurant & Bar

Polished Dining Line Cook

Daily Responsibilities: Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards Ensure proper portion control and plate presentation Collaborate with the culinary team on menu planning...

Pizza Maker

  • Hadley, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Hadley, NY
  • 1 day ago

presentation Portion control Scratch cooking experience Nice to Have Skills: Italian cuisine knowledge Sauce-making expertise Bread baking skills Knife skills Food quality assurance Salary: Minimum...

MillerKnoll

Cook - Food Service

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger...

Salute Market

Lead Line Cook

If you're a Well-Rounded Line Cook with some meaningful experience and an eagerness to learn, we invite you to be a part of our Restaurant Family....

Line Cook

We're looking for someone who can work well with others, stay positive, and keep things neat and tidy. Being on time and getting things done efficiently are key. Oh, and you'll need to pass a...

Pinecrest Lake Resort

Cooks!

We are seeking a new line cook to join our team. Your role will be to To lead the kitchen in a long-established Steam Donkey Restaurant. Must be able to work the grill and sauté....

HIGHLANDS RANCH RESORT

Line Cook

Your expertise in broiling, sautéing, and pasta dishes will shine as you contribute to our menu planning and plate presentation....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks 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
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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