Line Cook Jobs in Winter Haven, 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 (7 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL (7 miles from Winter Haven, 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

  • Lakeland, FL (7 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lakeland, FL (7 miles from Winter Haven, 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...

Line Cook - Haines City Chili's

  • Haines City, FL (13 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Haines City, FL (13 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

EXPERIENCED Line Cook Breakfast & Lunch

  • Plant City, FL (22 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (22 miles from Winter Haven, 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....

experienced line Cooks

  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 4 days ago

un experienced line Cooks (Bartow) MIkes GRILL compensation: top pay employment type: experience level: mid level job title: line cooks Original Mikes Grill NOW HIRING LINE COOKS TOP PAY good work history...

experienced line Cooks

  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bartow, FL (8 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Original Mikes Grill NOW HIRING LINE COOKS TOP PAY good work history dependable BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER...

Cook - Restaurant 200832 - 703 South Collins Street, Plant City, FL 33566

  • Plant City, FL (22 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (22 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Color balances fryers and adds sufficient shortening so that the proper shortening level can be maintained....

Cook 2 Eagles Edge

  • Davenport, FL (16 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (16 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Maintain safe food handling procedures at all times Qualifications Advanced Knife skills required....

Cook 2 Eagles Edge

  • Davenport, FL (16 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (16 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Maintain safe food handling procedures at all times Qualifications Advanced Knife skills required....

Cook I Trevis

  • Davenport, FL (16 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (16 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Cook I Trevi's Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,168 current hospitality jobs what where Cook I Trevi's Omni Orlando...

Grill Cook

  • Lake Wales, FL (12 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lake Wales, FL (12 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Grill Cook Responsibilities: Responsible for preparing each order by following company recipes, carryout procedures, and plating standards Ensures proper food handling and sanitation procedures are...

Cook

  • Lakeland, FL (7 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL (7 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 12 days ago

As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant Cook, you will oversee the Appetite Satisfaction Department, which involves operating the following stations : Food Production, Grill, Fryer and other tasks if applicable...

Line Cook

  • Davenport, FL (16 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (16 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Range: $15.61-$18.82 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Lead Cook

  • Celebration, FL (24 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Celebration, FL (24 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 13 days ago

We are excited to offer an amazing opportunity to join the newly rebranded and renovated Mystic Dunes, a Hilton Vacation Club, made up of 986 suites and located on 600 luxurious acres. We...

Cook - S11576

  • Lakeland, FL (7 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL (7 miles from Winter Haven, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Cook - S11576 TICE Florida Chicken Holdings LLC Lakeland, FL, USA 4 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description What's life like working at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen proudly operated...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Winter Haven, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven, 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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