Line Cook Jobs in Tulare, 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 (P1-1383958-1)

  • Dinuba, CA (24 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dinuba, CA (24 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 1 day ago

COOK (P1-1383958-1) LOCATION Dinuba, CA POSTED 06/04/2025 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1383958-1 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen....

Cook, Per diem, Hanford

  • Hanford, CA (17 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hanford, CA (17 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with...

Child Nutrition Cook 8 Hrs 10 Months

  • Dinuba, CA (24 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dinuba, CA (24 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Dinuba Unified School District See attachment on original job posting POSITION AVAILABLE: CHILD NUTRITION COOK 8 HOURS/10 MONTHS6 AM-2:30 PMQUALIFICATIONS:1. Any combination equivalent to:...

Line Cook

  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Range: $16.50-$19.90 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Cook

  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 20 days ago

POSITION PURPOSE: The Grill Master (Cook) creates "Best in Class" guest experience at El Pollo Loco by preparing grilled and hot food items, following precise Company standards for preparation and presentation...

Cook I

  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees,...

Line Cook

  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

LINE COOK VISALIA, CA Pay rate range $18-20 per hour depending on experience....

Line Cook - Tulare Chili's

  • Tulare, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tulare, CA
  • 30+ days 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...

Cook

  • Dinuba, CA (24 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dinuba, CA (24 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ 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...

Correctional Supervising Cook, CF - California State Prison, Corcoran (COR)

  • Corcoran, CA (13 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Corcoran, CA (13 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

and Duties Under the direction of the Food Administrator I/II, Correctional Facility (CF) or the supervision of the Supervising Correctional Cook, DOC, the Correctional Supervising Cook, CF,...

Cook

  • Hanford, CA (17 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hanford, CA (17 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, saute station, salad-bar and on the service line; Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods...

Cook Full-Time

  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Cook - Westgate Gardens Care Center Visalia, CA Competitive Pay Full-Time / Part-Time Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our dietary team. We are a...

Cook Part-Time

  • Hanford, CA (17 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hanford, CA (17 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Now Hiring: Part-Time Cook - Hanford Post Acute Hanford, CA | Starting at $16.58/hr Join our team at Hanford Post Acute, where we are committed to providing exceptional care-and that includes...

Cook

  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Why You Want to Work Here: We offer weekly pay and competitive wages Flexible scheduling Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week Life insurance, short-term...

Line Cook - Visalia Chili's

  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Visalia, CA (8 miles from Tulare, CA)
  • 90+ days 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...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Tulare, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Tulare, 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 Tulare, 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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