Line Cook Jobs in Darien, CT

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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Must have excellent knife skills and able to work well under pressure....

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Pizza Maker - FT

Our Melville store has an immediate need for a FT Pizza Maker for its busy department. Our Pizza Makers are responsible for preparing pizza dough in addition to cutting, grating, and slicing...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Lead Cook

Requirements High school diploma or GED 2+ years of experience as a prep or line cook Experience leading a kitchen team and cooking in a fast paced retail environment Must be able to speak, read and...

Line cook

  • Yonkers, NY (22 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Yonkers, NY (22 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

un Line cook (Yonkers) compensation: Competitive employment type: job title: Line cook Line cook full time, pizza maker part time Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster....

Chef de Partie - W Barcelona

  • Fairfield, CT (12 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CT (12 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 2 hours ago

Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs....

Food Prep or Line Cook

  • Port Washington, NY (19 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Port Washington, NY (19 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 10 hours ago

NOW HIRING Two Positions: Food Prep + Line Cook - Ikedo Restaurant Type: Japanese Fast Casual Location: Port Washington, NY Job Summary: Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: Competitive pay + meal...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production

  • Commack, NY (19 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Commack, NY (19 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 17 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to...

Full Time Chef/Line Cook

  • Mineola, NY (24 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mineola, NY (24 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

The Black Sheep Ale House in Mineola is seeking a full-time chef and line cook. You will operate out of a fully equipped food trailer in the Beer Garden....

Food Service Worker Supervisor

  • Northport, NY (13 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northport, NY (13 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Summary This position serves as the primary shift supervisor and will be directly responsible for the supervision of all food service activities and coordinates the activities of the Food Service...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Stamford, CT (3 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (3 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Flik Hospitality Group We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location: Gartner Inc. - 56 Top Gallant Road, Stamford, CT 06902. Note: online applications accepted only....

Food Service Worker - Syosset School Nutrition

  • Syosset, NY (17 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Syosset, NY (17 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Checks and stores incoming supplies Follows assigned break schedules Collects and strips trays for dishwashing and participates in ware washing if assigned Stores silverware, dishes, glasses,...

Senior Cook

  • Ridgefield, CT (16 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ridgefield, CT (16 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM USA HQ, RIDGEFIELD - 57103012 Location ID: 57103012 Senior Cook Location: BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM USA HQ, RIDGEFIELD - 57103012 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts,...

Pizza Maker

  • Harrison, NY (14 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrison, NY (14 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Busy Pizzeria looking for Pizza maker Part time or Full time available Come in to apply in person PIZZA 2000 337 Halstead Ave Harrison, NY ...

Cook PM Shift - Marriott Stamford Hotel & Spa

  • Stamford, CT (3 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (3 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Good knife skills Cai1 season food properly Can properly follow all processes that are in place Can communicate with all internal customers efficiently....

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Stamford, CT (3 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (3 miles from Darien, CT)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location : Gartner Inc. - 56 Top Gallant Road, Stamford, CT 06902. Note: online applications accepted only....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Darien, CT

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Darien, CT 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 Darien, CT
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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