Line Cook Jobs in Sugar Grove, IL

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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Line Cook - Downers Grove Chilis

  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 hours 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...

Line Cook - Shorewood Chilis

  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 hours 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...

Line Cook

  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Experience working with a variety of kitchen equipment such as grill, fryer, broiler, and oven....

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours 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...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours 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 May support management in...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: COLLEGE OF DUPAGE - 12096001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Food Service Worker - Hiring Now

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: COLLEGE OF DUPAGE - 12096004 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Warrenville, IL (13 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warrenville, IL (13 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Woodridge, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodridge, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Be a Part of Something Uncommonly Good At Noodles & Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We're hiring restaurant Team Members...

Line Cook - Streamwood Chili's

  • Streamwood, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Streamwood, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Line Cook - Downers Grove Chili's

  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Line Cook - Shorewood Chili's

  • Shorewood, IL (20 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shorewood, IL (20 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Line Cook

  • Lombard, IL (23 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lombard, IL (23 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

$15 per hour - $21 per hour Our Line Cooks make all the magic possible....

Cook

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Food Service Worker

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Sugar Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: COLLEGE OF DUPAGE - 12096004 Location ID: 12096004 Food Service Worker Location: COLLEGE OF DUPAGE - 12096004 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Demographic Data for Sugar Grove, IL

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Sugar Grove, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Sugar Grove, IL 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 Sugar Grove, IL
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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