Line Cook Jobs in Valrico, 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

  • Lakeland, FL (22 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL (22 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 2 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 (Full-Time)

  • Valrico, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Valrico, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Osprey Heights, our newest retirement community for active seniors in Valrico, has an opening for a full-time, p.m. Cook. About the Position: This position prepares nutritious, appetizing, and...

Cook

  • Brandon, FL (2 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Brandon, FL (2 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Cook

  • Lakeland, FL (22 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lakeland, FL (22 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 8 hours ago

Cook Career Opportunity Recognized for your culinary skills Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a cook...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 13 hours 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....

Cook

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

Discovery Village at Tampa Palms has an exciting opportunity for a line cook at our exceptional community....

Cook

  • Brandon, FL (2 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Brandon, FL (2 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 23 hours ago

Your work will include: Use all kinds of cooking method to prepare top quality food including deep-frying, pan-frying, broiling, baking, boiling, grilling, sauteing, steaming and other methods Ensure...

Cook

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Ybor Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Cook to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture....

Bella's Italian CafePM Saute Cook/Dishwasher

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Bella's Italian Cafe is currently seeking an experienced saute cook and a dishwasher. Saute Cook Requirements: Minimum 3 years of high-volume experience. Must be e-verifiable and available...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 3 days 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...

EXPERIENCED Line Cook Breakfast & Lunch

  • Plant City, FL (8 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (8 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for an experienced, dependable line cook who has experience w breakfast and lunch. Restaurant is high volume and we have a great team. Full time....

Lead Cook Full-Time

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence,...

Line Cook

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Line Cook Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and skilled line cook to join our kitchen team....

Lead Line Cook

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Cook to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude...

Junior Cook, Tampa Airport

  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (13 miles from Valrico, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Utilize kitchen equipment to prepare food items such as knives, slicers, whips, pots, pans, warmers, steamers, grills, ovens, etc....

Demographic Data for Valrico, FL

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Valrico, FL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Valrico, 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 Valrico, 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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