Line Cook Jobs in La Mirada, 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 Cooks

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 8 days ago

We’re looking for hard-working, passionate Line Cooks who take pride in great food and fast execution. Spanish-speaking a plus....

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Line Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 8 days ago

¡Únete a Nuestro Equipo de Cocina! Buscamos Cocineros de Línea Vernon, CA | Tiempo Completo Estamos lanzando un nuevo restaurante de comida rápida casual y buscamos cocineros de línea para unirse...

PT Dietary Cook

  • Anaheim, CA (5 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (5 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Compensation Range: Starting Pay Rate: $19.00/hourly Overview: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for...

Line Cook

  • Eastvale, CA (22 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Eastvale, CA (22 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Food Preparation: Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and menu specifications, ensuring quality, presentation, and taste are consistently maintained. Station Management: Ability to use a...

LINE COOK WANTED $18/HR + TIPS (Hermosa Beach)

  • Hermosa Beach, CA (22 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hermosa Beach, CA (22 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Were hiring a Line Cook to join our team at the beach!...

Experienced Pizza Cook Friday & Saturday Nights (Long Beach Beer Lab Zaf

  • Long Beach, CA (15 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Long Beach, CA (15 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Long Beach Beer Lab (Zaferia location) is looking for a skilled cook with experience making scratch-made pizzas to join our team for weekend night shifts. Shifts Needed: Friday nights Saturday...

Catering Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Department Summary UCLA Catering provides catering services at the Luskin Conference Center, Housing & Hospitality meeting and event spaces, and locations around the greater UCLA campus. The...

Pizza cook

  • Torrance, CA (18 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA (18 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Greekman's - Line Cook/Expo - Full Time - $24-$26/hr

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

So, if you're a line cook or prep cook with experience and want to join a small and tight-knit team, we would love to hear from you!...

Line Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

We are currently looking for line cooks to join our team!...

Cook

  • Ontario, CA (23 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (23 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Job Responsibilities Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes and menu specifications. Follow proper food safety and sanitation procedures to ensure food quality and safety....

Dietary Cook

  • Rossmoor, CA (8 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Rossmoor, CA (8 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

We're Hiring! Part-Time/PRN Cook & Prep Cook Positions Available Rossmoor Post Acute is looking for an awesome addition to our kitchen team. We have one part-time/PRN Cook position and one...

Cook

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

cook experience in a Full Scratch Kitchen or Restaurant 2 to 5 years experience on a fast-paced line, or working a prep cook line station Ability to execute flawless dishes in a timely manner Ability...

Cook

  • Long Beach, CA (15 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (15 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Benefits Information This is an eight hour shift frm 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Shift may include weekends and holidays. Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for...

Line Cook - Glendora Chili's

  • Glendora, CA (16 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Glendora, CA (16 miles from La Mirada, CA)
  • 21 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...

Demographic Data for La Mirada, CA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in La Mirada, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in La Mirada, 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 La Mirada, 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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