Line Cook Jobs in Homestead, FL

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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Grocery Kitchen Cook

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 1 day ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 2 days 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...

Grill Cook

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Your Role: Master the Grill: Prepare high-quality, flavorful dishes to perfection. Maintain Excellence: Ensure consistency and adherence to recipes and quality standards....

Line Cook Open Call

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Strong culinary fundamentals and knife skills. Knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe a plus). Able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen....

Lead First Cook, Dietary, FT, Varies

  • South Miami, FL (22 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • South Miami, FL (22 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Baptist Health is the region's largest not-for-profit healthcare organization, with 12 hospitals, over 28,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Location: University of Miami We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address: University of Miami - 1350 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146. Note: online...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Location: University of Miami We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address : University of Miami - 1350 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146. Note: online...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Location: University of Miami We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Address: University of Miami - 1350 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146. Note: online...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Helps prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts. Also helps prepare catering orders. Performs cashier duties using the POS system....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 10 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....

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Helps prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts. Also helps prepare catering orders. Performs cashier duties using the POS system....

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Location: University of Miami We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Address : University of Miami - 1350 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146. Note:...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 11 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....

Line Cook - Bazille - Shops at Merrick Park

  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (24 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 11 days ago

The ideal line cook is motivated, results oriented and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day....

Line Cook Hobos Cafe

  • Key Largo, FL (20 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Key Largo, FL (20 miles from Homestead, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Line Cook Hobo's Cafe (Key Largo) Hobo's Cafe compensation: Competitive compesation employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Line Cook High volume, fast paced line cook needed....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Homestead, FL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Homestead, FL 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 Homestead, FL
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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