Line Cook Jobs in Aurora, CO

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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Line Cook

  • Golden, CO (20 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Golden, CO (20 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description Position Title: Cook FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt Department: GFB02 9 Job Code(s): 62 4 15 Benefits: Associate BG Check: No Collegiate Hotel Group is seeking a Cook to join Table...

Tap & Burger Westminster needs an experienced Line Cook

  • Westminster, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Westminster, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 9 hours ago

Tap and Burger Westminster is seeking a Full Time Line Cook! AM and PM shifts available. Ideal candidate is looking to grow as a cook/chef. Looking to fill position immediately!...

Line Cook- part time

  • Louisville, CO (21 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Louisville, CO (21 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 9 hours ago

The Huckleberry in Louisville is looking for a part time line cook- must be available Saturdays & Sundays 8:00am-3:00pm; potentially one weekday also. Prior experience required....

Cook - Cafeteria

  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 10 hours ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, US:CO:Aurora Department: UCHA Cafeteria FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Flex Pay: $19.10 - $24.83 / hour. Pay is...

Line Cook

  • Broomfield, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Broomfield, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 11 hours ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Cook - Fulltime Weekdays

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 17 hours ago

West Pines Behavioral Hospital is a new 144-bed inpatient behavioral health facility serving Denver area residents located at 11455 Huron Street, Westminster, CO and is a joint venture between...

Sandwich Artist

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 19 hours ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Line Cook - Diamond Circle Chili's

  • Lafayette, CO (23 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lafayette, CO (23 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 19 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...

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Broomfield, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Broomfield, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 20 hours ago

Overview Be a Part of Something Uncommonly Good At Noodles & Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We're hiring restaurant Team Members...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Broomfield, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Broomfield, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: UC HEALTH BROOMFIELD HOSPITAL - 43551002 Location ID: 43551002 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: UC HEALTH BROOMFIELD HOSPITAL - 43551002 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings -...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Thornton, CO (9 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Thornton, CO (9 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

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

Line Cook- Hogback BBQ & Grill

  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Hogback BBQ is seeking a talented full time line cook to join our team....

Cook - Fulltime Weekday Afternoon/Evening

  • Westminster, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westminster, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

West Pines Behavioral Hospital is a new 144-bed inpatient behavioral health facility serving Denver area residents located at 11455 Huron Street, Westminster, CO and is a joint venture between...

Cook Paradies Lagardere at Denver International Airport--$24.50 per hour

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Your career deserves... MORE OPPORTUNITIES Paradies Lagardère is an award-winning and innovative Airport Concessionaire. We are looking for passionate individuals to fill our roles in a retail and...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (21 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Requirement : Previous short-order grill experience, preferably in breakfast and lunch....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Aurora, CO

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Aurora, CO 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 Aurora, CO
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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