Line Cook Jobs in Highland, 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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Olivia’s Mexican Restaurant

Line Cook - Mexican Cuisine

If so, Olivia’s Mexican Restaurant is looking for a talented, professional Line Cook with experiencing preparing Mexican dishes to join our team!...

PT Dietary Cook

  • San Bernardino, CA (7 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (7 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range: Starting Pay Rate: $19.57/hourly Overview: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Part Time)

  • San Bernardino, CA (11 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (11 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Location: CSU San Bernardino Admin We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Address : CSU San Bernardino Admin - 5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA...

Cook - Kitchen

  • Moreno Valley, CA (16 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA (16 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

RUHS Website EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Prepare, cook and season soups, meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, desserts, baked goods, and other foods; follow master recipes in the preparation of food....

On Call Dietary Cook

  • San Bernardino, CA (7 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (7 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Compensation Range Starting Pay Rate: $21.84/hourly Overview Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for...

KITCHEN ASSISTANT (POOL) - Bulletin #168-25

  • Fontana, CA (15 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fontana, CA (15 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Fontana Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Valid Food Handler's Certificate- High School Diploma or equivalentPLEASE READ: "Job Description/Essential Elements" above to...

Line Cook - Highland Springs Chili's

  • Beaumont, CA (17 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Beaumont, CA (17 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 14 hours 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...

Fry Cook

  • Colton, CA (8 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Colton, CA (8 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for experience on a grill and fryer. Closing shifts available 6pm to 1am. Must be able to stay over after closing to perform closing cleaning duties as well....

Temporary Correctional Cook

  • Riverside, CA (14 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverside, CA (14 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Temporary Correctional Cooks. We have multiple full-time,...

Line cook & Server

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (24 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (24 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Sunny's Cafe. is looking for a Team Member. We're a growing Bruch Cafe in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. We are looking for dedicated, hard working team members to join our business. The position is open...

Pizza Cook

  • Riverside, CA (14 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (14 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

un Pizza Cook (Temecula) compensation: Up to $20/hr + Tips based on experience employment type: job title: Pizza Baker (Temecula) Black Market Brewing Co. is looking for a cook that can prep, bake...

Cafeteria/Bakery Cook

  • Riverside, CA (14 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (14 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Cafeteria/Bakery Cook About the Employer Welcome to the Palo Verde Unified School District located in sunny Blythe, CA! Thank you for your interest in joining the PVUSD family. We are proud of the...

Food Service Worker I Floater

  • Riverside, CA (14 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (14 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Food Service Worker I Floater Requirements / Qualifications DO NOT ATTACH A DRIVER'S LICENSE, DMV RECORDS OR ANY FORMS OF IDENTIFICATION. If you attach a driver's license or any document with a...

Temporary Cook - RUHS Medical Center

  • Moreno Valley, CA (16 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA (16 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Prepare, cook and season soups, meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, desserts, baked goods, and other foods; follow master recipes in the preparation of food....

Line Cook

  • Jurupa Valley, CA (17 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA (17 miles from Highland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

according to Johnny Carino's recipes, plate presentations and specifications within cook time requirements Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by Guest and prepare...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Highland, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Highland, 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 Highland, 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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