Line Cook Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 hours ago

Location Name: US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - 20515002 Location ID: 20515002 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - 20515002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts,...

Cook 1 - Entry Level (Banquets)

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 hours ago

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Culinary team at the Grand Hyatt Washington hotel located in downtown Washington, D.C. Not only will you be part of a great team, you will...

Line Cook

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 hours ago

Who We're Looking For We are looking for passionate and dedicated Part-time Line Cooks to join the team....

Food Service Worker

  • Washington, DC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 hours ago

Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Landing Zone Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 04/28/2025 to 05/05/2025...

Line Cook

  • Washington, DC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 23 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details We're looking for experienced line cooks to join our team at Vagabond....

Food Service Worker II - Full time

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

General Summary of Position Responsible for patient meal service food on assigned units, e.g. menu selections, tray assembly, tray delivery and pick-up, special requests and needs, in-between meal...

Cook Baker - Part time

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

May prepare food and serve customers in a made to order setting, including a grill station. May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and may operate a grill station....

Line Cook

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Line Cook to join our culinary team....

Food Service Worker

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S....

Pasta Cook

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants is seeking experienced professional Pasta Cooks. We invite hospitality professionals to discover the opportunities to...

Line Cook

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

We're currently looking for a Line Cook that wants to grow with us....

Chef de Partie

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details The Dabney is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to add to our team! The Dabney is a restaurant from Chef Jeremiah Langhorne's Washington City...

Cook/ Sandwich maker

  • DC
  • 3 days ago
  • DC
  • 3 days ago

Looking for friendly,hard working people with good work ethics to cook breakfast, make sandwiches during lunch time, do prep work,clean the kitchen and remove thrash. must work Saturday or Sunday....

Catering Kitchen Line Cook

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Catering Kitchen Line Cooks make all our dishes from scratch, with a deep commitment to uncompromising quality and craftsmanship....

Line Cooks : Cocineros de Linea

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

As a member of our in-house team, Line Cooks are expected to create and maintain a caring and supportive environment at Amparo Fondita, while pushing our team to achieve greatness daily....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in District of Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia
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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