Line Cook Jobs in Tampa, 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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Cook

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Role: Cook Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are...

Cook Needed!

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

Full Time The Breakroom Bar & Grill Location: 13575 58th St....

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Temple Terr, FL (9 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Temple Terr, FL (9 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 15 hours ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location : Verizon - 7701 East Telecom Parkway, Temple Terrace, FL 33637. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook

  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Responsibilities Perform essential prep tasks such as chopping, portioning, marinating, and other food preparation duties Assist with basic dish assembly, garnishing, and plating Support line cooks...

Cook III

  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Possess the knowledge and ability of how to operate, clean, and maintain all pieces of kitchen equipment including the Dishwasher, Stove Top, Tilt Skillets, Grills, Rotating Oven, Fryers, Slicer, etc...

Dietary Cook-Sign On Bonus

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 19 hours ago

When you work at Regency Oaks, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in...

Line Cook

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

Your Background: Great technique: strong knife skills and a range of cooking methods set you apart Attention to detail: you know your weights, measurements and volumes Cleanliness and organization:...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Temple Terrace, FL (7 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Temple Terrace, FL (7 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Monday through Friday, 5:30 am to 4:00 pm; more details upon interview. + Requirement: Previous grill cook experience is required....

Cook I Boka Group Elliott Aster

  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • St Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day 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....

Line Cook

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

The Line Cook is responsible for the daily preparation and execution of food items in the pantry, fry, grill, broil and saute stations....

Food Service Worker

  • Bay Pines, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bay Pines, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Food Service Worker Supervisor serves as the direct supervisory official for all patient food service areas at the Bay Pines Healthcare System. The supervisor provides patient care...

Prepared Foods Kitchen Staff

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days 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...

Food Service Worker

  • Macdill AFB, FL (7 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Macdill AFB, FL (7 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Food and Beverage Facilities for the 6th Force Support Squadron, MacDill AFB, FL. Must be...

Cook I

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill....

Cook III Part-Time Amalie Arena

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

Possess the knowledge and ability of how to operate, clean, and maintain all pieces of kitchen equipment including the Dishwasher, Stove Top, Tilt Skillets, Grills, Rotating Oven, Fryers, Slicer, etc...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Tampa, FL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Tampa, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
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 Tampa, 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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