Line Cook Jobs in Tracy, 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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On Call Dietary Cook

  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range Starting Pay Rate: $18.00/hourly Overview Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Requirement: Prior line cook experience is preferred. Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to $18.00 per hour. Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available We Make Applying Easy!...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Stockton, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Requirement : Prior line cook experience is preferred. Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to $18.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available We Make Applying Easy!...

Cook (Part Time)

  • Modesto, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Modesto, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 4 days 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....

On Call Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Compensation Range Starting Pay Rate: $17.00/hourly Overview Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and...

Cook // Del Cielo Brewing (Full Time or Part Time)

  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 5 days ago

un Cook // Del Cielo Brewing (Full Time or Part Time) (dublin / pleasanton / livermore) Del Cielo Brewing Livermore 4774 Arroyo Vista compensation: $21-$22 Plus Tips employment type: job title:...

Cook

  • Tracy, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tracy, CA
  • 6 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...

Experienced Line Cooks Wanted!

  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Sons Of Liberty Alehouse is a downtown Livermore restaurant looking for Experienced Line Cooks. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday days, Sunday mornings and breakfast experience required....

Dietary Cook/Housekeeper

  • Pleasanton, CA (24 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (24 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 7 days ago

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a...

Cook

  • Brentwood, CA (24 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brentwood, CA (24 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Cook Franchisee Brentwood, California, United States, 94513 13 hours ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Compensation : $17.00 - $22.00 / hour DENNY'S COOK POSITION You do more than...

Grill Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Bon Appetit We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time GRILL COOK position. Location: University of the Pacific - 3601 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95211....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (20 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 9 days 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 And Part Time)

  • Stockton, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 9 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time GRILL COOK position. Location : University of the Pacific - 3601 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95211....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Stockton, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 9 days 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....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Modesto, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Modesto, CA (21 miles from Tracy, CA)
  • 10 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Tracy, CA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Tracy, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Tracy, 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 Tracy, 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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