Line Cook Jobs in Waterloo, 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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Food Service Worker

  • Bloomsdale, MO (19 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Bloomsdale, MO (19 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 30523 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: Missouri (US-MO) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 12 hours 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...

Line Cook

  • O Fallon, IL (24 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • O Fallon, IL (24 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Come join the Outback Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Cook

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day 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, PRN, As Needed

  • Crystal City, MO (13 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Crystal City, MO (13 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Equipment Used: All food preparation equipment including oven, grill, chopper, slicer, blender, mixer, and steamer We Offer Great Benefits: Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage,...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Saint Louis, MO (13 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (13 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Bethesda Southgate - 5943 Telegraph Road, Saint Louis, MO 63129. Note: online applications...

Cook

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Cedar Creek of Bedford, a regional healthcare provider and true friend of older adults, seeks a service-minded, career-oriented individual to join our team as a Cook at our Cedar Creek of Bedford...

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • East Saint Louis, IL (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $15.00 - $18.18 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • O Fallon, IL (24 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • O Fallon, IL (24 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Chartwells K12 We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: O'Fallon Township High School - 600 South Smiley Street, O Fallon, IL 62269. Note: online...

Evening Bistro Cook for Courtyard by Marriott - St. Louis, MO

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Evening Bistro Cook - Courtyard by Marriott - St. Louis, MO Midas Hospitality is recognized as one of the Top 100 U.S. Employers in 2021 (by MogulRecruiter). Ranking #30 for talent, #13 for...

Food Service Worker - Flexible Schedule

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY - 13341001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY - 13341003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 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...

Food Service Worker - Hiring Immediately

  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (22 miles from Waterloo, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY - 13341003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Waterloo, IL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, 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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