Line Cook Jobs in Lake Elsinore, 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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Asada Cantina Estamos Contratando COOKS Y PREP $19+

  • San Clemente, CA (17 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Clemente, CA (17 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

un Asada Cantina Estamos Contratando COOKS Y PREP $19+ (San Clemente) Asada Cantina & Kitchen 225 W Avenida Vista Hermosa compensation: $19+ an hour depending on experience employment type: job...

Mastros Ocean Club NEW OPENING Server, Cook, Team Member

  • Irvine, CA (21 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (21 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Cook & Sushi Cook $18 - $28/hr; Prep Cook $16.50 - $21/hr; Dishwasher $17 - $18/hr employment type: job title: Server, Cook, Team Member NEW RESTAURANT OPENING!...

Food Service Worker

  • Laguna Beach, CA (22 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (22 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Title: Food Service Worker Location: Laguna Hills Department: Kitchen Status: Full Time Shift: Variable Pay Range*: $22.25/hr - $30.08/hr MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that...

Line Cook

  • Eastvale, CA (24 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Eastvale, CA (24 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 17 hours 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...

Cook 2 - Splashes Restaurant

  • Laguna Beach, CA (22 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (22 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Surf & Sand Resort Laguna Beach 1555 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Hotel with 165 Rooms Managed By JC Resorts Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, 401K Plan, PTO...

Remote Work

Cook I - Splashes Restaurant

  • Laguna Beach, CA (22 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (22 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Surf & Sand Resort Laguna Beach 1555 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Hotel with 165 Rooms Managed By JC Resorts Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Complementary Meals,...

Remote Work

Cook

  • Irvine, CA (21 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (21 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Under general supervision, the Cook's primary objective is the preparation of food items to ensure high standard of quality and quantity to meet the needs of the residents for the Residential...

Cook III Casual Dining 2

  • Dana Point, CA (19 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dana Point, CA (19 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 1 day 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....

Food Service Worker I - OC(PT Evening Shift)

  • Irvine, CA (21 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (21 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 2 days ago

About City of Hope Orange County City of Hope Orange County is transforming cancer treatment by bringing world-class expertise and specialized care closer to home. Supported by a regional network...

Food Service Worker I - OC(Day and Evening Shift)

  • Irvine, CA (21 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (21 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 2 days ago

About City of Hope Orange County City of Hope Orange County is transforming cancer treatment by bringing world-class expertise and specialized care closer to home. Supported by a regional network...

Cook III-IRD/Dana Pool Cafe

  • Dana Point, CA (19 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dana Point, CA (19 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 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....

Line Cook

  • Murrieta, CA (9 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Murrieta, CA (9 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago

In addition to preparing grilled foods, may also fry, bake, or microwave meat and poultry as part of their duties....

Cook

  • Temecula, CA (16 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Temecula, CA (16 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Food Service Worker

  • Laguna Hills, CA (19 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Laguna Hills, CA (19 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Title\: Food Service Worker Location\: Laguna Hills Department\: Kitchen Status\: Full Time Shift\: Variable Pay Range*\: $22.25/hr - $30.08/hr MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system...

Cook

  • Mission Viejo, CA (9 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (9 miles from Lake Elsinore, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Clean assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods...

Demographic Data for Lake Elsinore, CA

Moving to Lake Elsinore, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Lake Elsinore, CA below.


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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Lake Elsinore, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Lake Elsinore, 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 Lake Elsinore, 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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