Line Cook Jobs in Carpinteria, 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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Reunion Kitchen Estamos Contratando COOKS $20

  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Estamos contratando Cocineros Aplicar o en el restaurante Reunion Kitchen Santa Barbara Reunion Kitchen + Drink fue disenado de punta a punta para ser el restaurante ideal para que los lugarenos,...

Line Cooks Needed for Fresco

  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Line Cook to join our culinary team....

PM Line Cook

  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 4 days ago

PM Line Cook Position Open! (Montecito) Compensation: $22-$24 DOE Are you looking for a new opportunity? Come to Montecito Club and join our team!...

Soue Chef / Line Cook

  • Carpinteria, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Carpinteria, CA
  • 4 days ago

Zookers restaurant in carpinteria is looking for experienced chef, Must be professional, have a passion and knowledge for good food, be dependable and be team player Please send resume

Chef De Partie

  • Oxnard, CA (22 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (22 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 4 days ago

HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by providing comprehensive, integrated, compassionate care that includes primary medical care, mental health...

Line Cook

  • Oxnard, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Range: $16.75-$20.20 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Cook (P1-1384236-1)

  • Santa Paula, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Paula, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 5 days ago

COOK (P1-1384236-1) LOCATION Santa Paula, CA POSTED 04/01/2025 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1384236-1 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our...

UCSB Cook

  • Goleta, CA (14 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Goleta, CA (14 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Knowledge of and experience with culinary techniques, including but not inclusive of sauteing, grilling, frying, steaming, preparing sauces and stocks....

Food Service Worker II

  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Food Service Worker II Requirements / Qualifications To apply: Visit the Human Resources Website at smjuhsd.k12.us 9.5 months/year $21.85/hour (Step A) Range 14 2024/25 salary schedule 8 hours/day...

Frying Cook

  • Oxnard, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Prepare and cook fried chickens, other variety of fried foods and K foods. Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment. Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the...

Cook III

  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station....

$20-25/hr + Tips: Full-time Line Cook

  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 9 days ago

level: mid level job title: Line Cook bouchon ready to hire Full-Time Line Cook excited to work in a busy downtown restaurant....

Culinary Cook III, Full Time

  • Oxnard, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Culinary Cook III, Full Time QQ Zachari Dunes On Mandalay Beach Resort LocationOxnard, California, United States CategoryHotel HOT0BPQW JOB DESCRIPTION A Cook III is responsible for preparing,...

Cook

  • Oxnard, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (23 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 12 days ago

POSITION PURPOSE: The Grill Master (Cook) creates "Best in Class" guest experience at El Pollo Loco by preparing grilled and hot food items, following precise Company standards for preparation and presentation...

Food Service Worker- On-Call

  • Ventura, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (10 miles from Carpinteria, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Compensation Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.20 / hour The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate. Factors that may be used to determine...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Carpinteria, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Carpinteria, 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 Carpinteria, 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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