Line Cook Jobs in Occidental, 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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Cook (Full Time)

  • Santa Rosa, CA (13 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (13 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Santa Rosa, CA (15 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (15 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Cook - Arandas

  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Facilitates efficient and effective set-up and break down of kitchen and kitchen stations, including but not limited to the salad station, saute station, grill station and fryer....

Line Cook

  • Marshall, CA (16 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Marshall, CA (16 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for various shifts and roles: Dinner service Line Cook: 1:30pm - close, Tuesday through Saturday Catering Prep/Cook: varying schedule, could be part time or on-call Brunch Cook/General...

Cook

  • Santa Rosa, CA (13 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (13 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Objectives: -Basic knife skills -Food prep including basic chopping and slices of veggies -Making pizza dough -Keeping kitchen clean & orderly -Follow food health and safety guidelines -Cook, clean,...

Chef/Cook - Small but busy bar & restaurant

  • Petaluma, CA (18 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Petaluma, CA (18 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Were looking for a reliable and motivated Chef/Cook to join our small but busy restaurant and bar team. About the Role: This is a hands-on position where youll be independently responsible for...

Line Cook

  • Santa Rosa, CA (13 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (13 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Line Cook at Zoftig Eatery in Santa Rosa, CA....

Cook (P1-1383909-1)

  • Windsor, CA (14 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Windsor, CA (14 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 12 days ago

COOK (P1-1383909-1) LOCATION Windsor, CA POSTED 10/18/2024 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1383909-1 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen....

Cook (P1-1383281-1)

  • Petaluma, CA (18 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Petaluma, CA (18 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 12 days ago

COOK (P1-1383281-1) LOCATION Petaluma, CA POSTED 10/18/2024 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1383281-1 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our...

Cook III (Part time AM or PM)

  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Cook I (Part time Am or PM)

  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Cook III (Full Time)

  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Cook I (Full Time)

  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Healdsburg, CA (17 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Food Service Worker (On Call)

  • Santa Rosa, CA (13 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (13 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for on call FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Providence Santa Rosa - 1165 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rose, CA 95405. Note: online applications...

Food Service Worker (On Call)

  • Santa Rosa, CA (18 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (18 miles from Occidental, CA)
  • 22 days ago

We are hiring immediately for on call FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Providence Santa Rosa - 1165 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rose, CA 95405. Note: online applications accepted only....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Occidental, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Occidental, 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 Occidental, 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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