Line Cook Jobs in Idaho

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

  • Boise, ID
  • 14 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 14 days ago

Cooks are responsible for providing the highest quality food preparation, plate presentation, and prompt service to all residents....

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Malad City, ID
  • 22 days ago
  • Malad City, ID
  • 22 days ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 7 hours ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 7 hours ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Now Hiring - Line Cooks

  • Meridian, ID
  • 7 hours ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 7 hours ago

(Overland/Eagle and Linder/Chinden) Giggy Ds is a fast-paced family friendly sports bar and grill....

Line Cook

  • Boise, ID
  • 7 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 7 hours ago

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and chef specifications....

Lead Cook Jug Mountain Ranch

  • McCall, ID
  • 14 hours ago
  • McCall, ID
  • 14 hours ago

cooks to monitor quality, presentation and consistency of food items prepared Handles all needs and accommodates customer requests in a timely manner Sets up, re-stocks, maintains, and cleans food...

Food Service Worker

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: CHOBANI, TWIN FALLS - 42435001 Location ID: 42435001 Food Service Worker Location: CHOBANI, TWIN FALLS - 42435001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours, and rotating...

Thai Specialty Cook

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

Delicious, Inc Thai Specialty Cook in Boise , Idaho This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Job Description : Apply strong Thai cooking skills to prepare and cook authentic Thai...

Cooks Wanted - Riggins

  • Riggins, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Riggins, ID
  • 2 days ago

Cooks Wanted - Riggins (Riggins) Salmon River Unlimited image 1 of 1 129 s main st compensation: $15 per hour employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Cook BaseCamp Bar and Grill is...

Summer Cook

  • Rupert, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Rupert, ID
  • 2 days ago

to food preparation and sanitation; Basic math, accounting and record keeping....

Cook (Pool)

  • May, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • May, ID
  • 3 days ago

Job Code: 100211 Qualifications License or Certification:- Food handlers permit (if required by state or county regulations)Education, Training and Years of Experience:- Training in food preparation...

Line Cook - Meridian-Chili's

  • Meridian, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 4 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...

Cook

  • Chubbuck, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Chubbuck, ID
  • 4 days ago

You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your...

Line Cook

  • Garden City, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Garden City, ID
  • 4 days ago

The line cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the kitchen's pantry, fry station, grill, broiler and saute areas....

Beverly's - Lead Line Cook (experienced)

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 4 days ago

The Lead Line Cook will play a pivotal role in ensuring the consistent delivery of top-quality dishes that exceed our guests expectations....

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Idaho

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Line Cook positions.



Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Idaho offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.5%
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 Idaho
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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