Line Cook Jobs in Riverside, 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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PT Dietary Cook

  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, 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 (17 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (17 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 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 (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 12 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 (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 13 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 (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 13 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 (22 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Beaumont, CA (22 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 13 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 (6 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Colton, CA (6 miles from Riverside, 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....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Claremont, CA (21 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Claremont, CA (21 miles from Riverside, 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....

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Claremont, CA (21 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Claremont, CA (21 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location : Claremont McKenna College - 750 Amherst Street, Claremont, CA 91711. Note: online applications accepted only....

Temporary Correctional Cook

  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverside, 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 (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (16 miles from Riverside, 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, 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...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Riverside, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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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