Line Cook Jobs in Sacramento, 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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Correctional Supervising Cook (Correctional Facility)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 hours ago

and Duties The Correctional Supervisor Cook (CF) assigns work, supervises, and gives instruction and training to employees and helpers from the resident population, evaluates their performance,...

Grill Cook

  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Grill Cook Job Description Hourly Wage Guckenheimer offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program...

Med Ctr Cook Pd

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

This position is also responsible to prepare food for one or more service areas such as trayline, cafeteria, cafeteria grill, deli, catering etc....

Line Cooks Wanted Opening Team at Birdies

  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago

cook experience in a fast-paced kitchen Solid knife skills + ability to follow recipes and plating guides Strong sense of urgency and clean work habits Positive attitude and team-first mentality Able...

Line cook/greeter

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Hello we are a small business with our primary focus on fried catfish and seafood gumbo. We are looking for someone to take over. Duties would be to take customers orders, fry fish and fries,...

Cook

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

MED CTR COOK PD University of California Davis Health System

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

This position is also responsible to prepare food for one or more service areas such as trayline, cafeteria, cafeteria grill, deli, catering etc....

Cook, experienced Line Cook

  • Carmichael, CA (9 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carmichael, CA (9 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Must have minimum 3 years restaurant experience with knowledge of saute, grill, prep, knife skills, food service certified, passionate about food, team oriented....

Cook - Complimentary

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

COOK - COMPLIMENTARY Hyatt Place Hyatt Place Sacramento/Roseville US - CA - Roseville Posted: Jun 9, 2025 Summary A Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes,...

Prin Food Service Worker - Med Ctr

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 days ago

PRIN FOOD SERVICE WORKER - MED CTR UC Davis Health - 4.0 Sacramento, CA Job Details Full-time $23.35 - $29.04 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Disability...

Temporary Employment Services (Tes) Food Svc Worker/Cook

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago

May be responsible for areas such as tray line, cafeteria, grills, deli, catering etc. May perform other related duties as assigned....

Line Cook Evenings

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

D.O.E employment type: job title: line cook evenings SCOTTS SEAFOOD ON THE RIVER IS LOOKING FOR A LINE COOK....

PRIN FOOD SERVICE WORKER - MED CTR Job Summary This position performs assigned duties throughout Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) Department locations and in other UC Davis Health campus...

TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES (TES) FOOD SVC WORKER/COOK University of California Davis

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

May be responsible for areas such as tray line, cafeteria, grills, deli, catering etc. May perform other related duties as assigned....

Cook - FT

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Do you have a passion for helping people and want to make a true impact in your next career move? Our cooks are personable and friendly individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
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 Sacramento, 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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