Line Cook Jobs in San Diego, 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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Lead Catering Cook

  • San Diego, CA
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  • San Diego, CA
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LEAD CATERING COOK (FULL TIME) We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location: Hologic - 6333 Sequence Drive, San Diego, CA 92121. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cooks & Weekend Line Cooks

  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Diego, CA
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Join our team of Experienced Prep Cooks & Line Cooks to work live special events throughout San Diego!...

Line Cook (Upscale / Fine Dining)

  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago

Line Cook (Upscale / Fine Dining) This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience the moment...

and Duties Assigns work, supervises, and gives instruction and trainingto employees and helpers from the resident population, evaluates theirperformance, and takes or recommends appropriate...

Lead Cook, Outlets - Hilton San Diego Bayfront

  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago

The Hilton San Diego Bayfront is looking for their next talented Lead Cook! The culinary team is looking for someone with at least 2 years of professional cooking experience, past supervisory...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Searching for Line Cooks for a catering event - $18/hr

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago

un Searching for Line Cooks for a catering event - $18/hr compensation: $18/hr We staff events around the country. We have an event coming up in San Diego....

Restaurant Line Cook - Grill, Carve, Bowls

  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Cook - Grill, Carve, Bowls: Primary Responsibilities: A Restaurant Line Cook - Hot Side Team Member is responsible for the preparation, production, and service of visually appealing, high quality foods...

Restaurant Line Cook - Salad and Sandwich

  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Cook - Salad and Sandwich: Primary Responsibilities: A Restaurant Line Cook - Cold Side Team Member is responsible for the preparation, production, and service of visually appealing, high quality foods...

Breakfast Cook - Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience as a line cook. Breakfast line cook experience is a must! Hotel cook experience is highly preferable....

Correctional Supervising Cook (Correctional Facility)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Job Description and Duties This advertisement is for a Correctional Supervising Cook, Department of Corrections position(s) at Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Deigo County. Please...

Dietary Aide and Kitchen Assistant (Older Adults)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Impact Lives, Impact Community Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care...

Line Cook

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

EOE On any given day, youll do several or all of these tasks: Work closely and professionally with our other cooks, bartenders, barbacks, cashiers and runners Prep and timely cook (grill, fry, deep-fry...

Seeking Line Cooks - HIRING NOW

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

BoujieMana is searching for dedicated line cooks that have at least 2 years of experience. High-volume restaurant experience is a plus....

Line Cook

  • Spring Valley, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Spring Valley, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago

May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and may operate a grill station....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
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 San Diego, 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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