Line Cook Jobs in Montgomery, 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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Line Cook

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago

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

Cook $17-$18/hr Weekly Pay in Montgomery Area!

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 1 day ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a Cook for a private boarding school in Montgomery, AL. You would be joining an amazing company! SAGE's accolades this year include the Daily Record's Empowering...

Line Cook

  • Wetumpka, AL (18 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wetumpka, AL (18 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Description Job Overview The Line Cook is responsible for the timely preparation of food items for customers according to written or printed orders. Sets up line cooking stations....

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  • Wetumpka, AL (18 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wetumpka, AL (18 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Description Job Overview: The Line Cook is responsible for the timely preparation of food items for customers according to written or printed orders. Sets up line cooking stations....

Cook

  • Prattville, AL (11 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Prattville, AL (11 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Prepare, serve, and handle food in accordance with federal and state regulations and the residence policies and procedures. Maintain clean and sanitized dining service areas and assist in the...

Cook (Pool)

  • Autaugaville, AL (24 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Autaugaville, AL (24 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Cook Career Opportunity Recognized for your culinary skills Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a cook...

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  • Montgomery, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 5 days ago

Description Job Overview: 10pm-6:30am (Shift subject to change based on business needs) The Kitchen Worker is responsible for cleaning the plate ware, glassware, cooking equipment and utensils...

Food Service Worker ( BURGER KING)

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 5 days ago

H-... Food Service Worker ( BURGER KING) United States - Alabama - Maxwell AFB Intermittent Job Description ***** THIS POSITION IS INTERMITTENT, NOT TEMPORARY. ***** **** INTERMITTENT POSITIONS DO...

Kitchen Worker - EDR

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 6 days ago

Kitchen Worker - EDR Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Montgomery Montgomery, AL Job Details Full-time Estimated: $23.2K - $26.9K a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental...

Senior Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Montgomery, AL (9 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL (9 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 9 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time SENIOR COOK positions. Location : Baptist Medical Center East - 400 Taylor Road, Montgomery, AL 36117. Note: online applications accepted...

Lead Cook

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 11 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 11 days ago

Lead Cook As a member of our hospitality team, the primary responsibility of a Lead Cook is to supervise the kitchen staff in the absence of the Chef and ensure the maintenance of food quality....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Prattville, AL (11 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Prattville, AL (11 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 14 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location: Prattville Baptist Hospital - 124 South Memorial Drive, Prattville, AL 36067. Note: online applications...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Prattville, AL (19 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Prattville, AL (19 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 16 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location : Prattville Baptist Hospital - 124 South Memorial Drive, Prattville, AL 36067. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Dietary Cook Full-Time

  • Deatsville, AL (18 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Deatsville, AL (18 miles from Montgomery, AL)
  • 19 days ago

Dietary Cook Charlton Place Rehabilitation and Health Care | Deatsville, AL Are you a Dietary Cook seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care...

Line Cook

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 23 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 23 days ago

The Line Cook will maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production level form the Kitchen staff....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Montgomery, AL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Montgomery, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
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 Montgomery, 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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