Line Cook Jobs in Athens, AL

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 (Full Time)

  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 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....

Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Line Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Come join the Outback Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

HOH Line Cook

  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 6 days ago

The line cook is required to reach with hands and arms. The line cook must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds....

Cook

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Role: Cook Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG,...

Back of House (BOH) / Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 14 days ago

Clift Farm's Madison Alabama Culver's We are looking for Back of House True Blue Crew Members! We are prepared to pay premium wages for individuals available during the morning for the school...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 15 days ago

Overview Role: Food Service Worker Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents in...

Food Service Worker

  • Toney, AL (24 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Toney, AL (24 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 18 days ago

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 31214 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: Alabama (US-AL) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a motivated...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Trinity, AL (12 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Trinity, AL (12 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 18 days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: First Solar DRT1 - 1 First Solar Way, Trinity, AL 35673. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule:...

Line Cook

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Combining quality and bold FLAVOR starts with our Line Cooks....

Grill Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Team Member | Cook | Prep Cook | Grill Cook | Prep Crew | Line Cook | Customer Service | Restaurant | Part Time | Full Time | Team Member...

Cook

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

You will use your experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling baking and boiling as a critical part of your role....

K-Kitchen Assistant Manager

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

, ovens, grills, coolers, freezers, sharp objects, and loud noises Reach, grasp, and manipulate objects with hands for entire shift, including reaching for objects overhead Push, pull, lift, and carry...

Line Cook - Decatur-Valenti

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ 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...

Line Cook

  • Athens, AL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Athens, AL
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: LINE COOKS & PREP COOKS Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay....

Demographic Data for Athens, AL

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Athens, AL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Athens, AL 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 Athens, AL
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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