Line Cook Jobs in Benicia, 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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Line Cook Full-Time Position at La Loulou

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Line Cook Full-Time Position at La Loulou Pay: $22 per hour + 15% total tips La Loulou is looking for the right person to join our team as a full-time line cook for our fast-casual, French-inspired...

Part Time Line Cook & Dishwasher

  • Port Costa, CA (4 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Port Costa, CA (4 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Line Cook: Minimum of 3 years cooking in a full service restaurant is required. Having your own reliable transportation is very crucial to drive to our little town of Port Costa....

Food Service Worker I - Stege 26TP027

  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 1 day ago

West Contra Costa Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Must submit a completed online EdJoin application and current resume. Please refer to the job description for job...

Front of House + Cold Prep for Woo Can Cook Prescott Market Food Hall

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 1 day ago

cook team....

Cook Per Diem

  • Vallejo, CA (9 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vallejo, CA (9 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 1 day ago

For more than 30 years, Adventist Health Vallejo has been helping people of all ages reach their fullest potential. We are comprised of a freestanding 61-bed facility with short-term psychiatric...

Cook/Line Cook

  • Kentfield, CA (24 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kentfield, CA (24 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Cook Responsibilities: Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, saute station, salad-bar and on the service line; Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of...

Cook

  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Cook Position Title: Cook Department Dining Reports to: Dining Services Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt General Purpose It is the responsibility of the cook to prepare and serve meals for the...

Cook/Dietary Aide - Part Time

  • Pleasant Hill, CA (10 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (10 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner. Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Ability to follow prepared...

AHD Cook

  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Summary SUMMARY: Under general supervision the AHD Cook prepares, cooks, and dispenses food in quantity in a kitchen. Maintains cooking equipment and working areas. Performs related duties as...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Cook

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: ABSMC-Summit Campus Position Overview: Under supervision is responsible for the preparation, cooking, quality and...

Food & Nutrition Services Cook/Baker Floater @ Central Kitchen #2572

  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Mt. Diablo Unified School District Food & Nutrition Services Cook/Baker To be considered for the position you will need to complete the Food & Nutrition Service test. You will receive an...

Line Cook

  • Fairfield, CA (14 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfield, CA (14 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare menu items according to Johnny Carino's recipes, plate presentations and specifications within cook time requirements Read food order slips or receive...

Cook and dishwasher needed for El Cerrito Restaurant

  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Fatapple's Restaurant and Bakery 7525 Fairmount Ave. in El Cerrito Looking for an experienced: Line cook. Should have experience cooking eggs and breakfast items. Must be able to work weekends....

Food & Nutrition Services Cook/Baker @ Valhalla Elementary School #2564

  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Mt. Diablo Unified School District Food & Nutrition Services Cook/Baker To be considered for the position you will need to complete the Food & Nutrition Service test. You will receive an...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Benicia, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Benicia, CA 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 Benicia, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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