Line Cook Jobs in Cerritos, 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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Urgent Hiring Cook \Food Truck

  • Tustin, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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  • Tustin, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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Urgent Hiring Burger Cook Needed We are urgently looking for an experienced burger cook to join our team for both our restaurant in Tustin and food truck in Santa Ana If youre interested and...

Line Cook, Host North Italia - Irvine

  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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Line Cook between $18 - $23/hr APPLY HERE Host between $16.50 - $18/hr APPLY HERE Handmade With Love From Scratch Daily Whether youre looking for a change or starting a career from scratch, North is...

AM Dish, Prep and Line Cooks Needed

  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Irvine, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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Looking for daytime Line Cooks, Dishwasher and Prep cooks at the Goldfinch Restaurant in Irvine. Please reply to this post to set up an interview....

Line Cook Sports Bar in Silverlake

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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If you are a dependable Line Cook looking to grow in a fresh kitchen environment we want to meet you!...

Line Cook Full Time $60,000+ per year

  • Glendale, CA (24 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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  • Glendale, CA (24 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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The highest rated Greek restaurant in the country is now hiring EXPERIENCED line cooks for our location in Glendale....

Chef DE Partie - Grill & Saute Station

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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MODERN AMERICAN STEAKHOUSE GRILL Chef and Saute Chefs are needed. Interviews will be conducted only for chefs with experience and THREE PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES THAT YOU HAVE WORKED FOR DIRECTLY....

Line Cook wanted (Se busca cocinero de linea) at Tu Madre

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
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Positions that we're currently seeking: Line Cooks AM & PM ~ Tu Madre busca un nuevo miembro para nuestro equipo de entusiastas empleados!...

Sandwich Artist

  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Kitchen Worker

  • Baldwin Park, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Baldwin Park, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Under direct supervision, performs routine food preparation, tray assembly, serving duties & delivery according to prescribed production schedules & established procedures. Responsible for...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Universal City, CA (24 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Universal City, CA (24 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time GRILL COOK positions. Location : NBC Universal - 111 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA 91608. Note: online applications accepted only....

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : DaVinci Schools - 201 North Douglas Street, El Segundo, CA 90245. Note: online applications...

PT Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Montebello, CA (9 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Montebello, CA (9 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Compensation Range Starting Pay Rate: $17.00/hourly Overview Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and...

Line Cook

  • Inglewood, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Inglewood, CA (17 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Heres a job posting tailored for **The MTG Spot Restaurant** looking to hire a **Prep/Line Cook**: --- **Job Title: Prep/Line Cook** **Location: The MTG...

Line Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Bub and Grandmas Pizza is seeking Line Cooks to join the opening team at our new restaurant in Highland Park....

Experience line cook/ Dish washers. Breakfast

  • Fullerton, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fullerton, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Our nest in fullerton Looking for 3 line cook with experience working breakfast fast pace. positions Hiring 1 pantry/Fryer Cook : for fullerton Location 1-2 Sautee Cook Eggs, Omelettes, Etc. : Brea...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Cerritos, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Cerritos, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
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 Cerritos, 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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