Line Cook Jobs in Iowa

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

  • Sioux Center, IA
  • 29 days ago
  • Sioux Center, IA
  • 29 days 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

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 hours ago

About this job Line cooks are essential to delivering a high-quality, consistent guest dining experience....

Homemaker Cook

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 18 hours ago

_The Summit of Bettendorf, a WellSpire Community for Healthy Living,_** offers a vibrant lifestyle in the heart of Bettendorf, Iowa. With modern, light-filled design and convenient access to...

Hy-Chi Cook

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 19 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Night & Weekend Shifts Required - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a...

Breakfast Cook

  • Le Mars, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Le Mars, IA
  • 21 hours ago

Equipment Used to Perform Job: Grill, toaster, coffee machine, oven, steamer, chopper, hot case, kitchen utensils, knives, stove, chicken roaster, can opener and C.A.R.S. reordering system....

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 21 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....

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 22 hours 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...

Cook 1

  • Cherokee, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cherokee, IA
  • 1 day ago

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of Cherokee Mental Health Institute (CMHI) is seeking a Cook 1 to join the team! This is a...

Cook, Long Term Care (LTC)

  • West Union, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Union, IA
  • 1 day ago

Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers...

FT Cook

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 1 day ago

This position is for night-time and weekends to assist in the production of all food items in the day-to-day operations of the Galley. Opportunity for higher pay depending on experience! Job...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

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

Cook - Flexible Options

  • Grimes, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Grimes, IA
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Kennybrook Village - Grimes, IA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Food Services Description Kennybrook Village is an innovative,...

Cook - Temporary

  • Cherokee, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cherokee, IA
  • 1 day ago

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking a Cook 1 to join the team at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute (CMHI). This is a temporary position limited to 780 hours per...

Cook - Weekend Availability

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago

Starting hiring pay at: $14 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

Dining Services, Cook

  • Waverly, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waverly, IA
  • 1 day ago

WARTBURG COLLEGE Title of Position - Dining Services, Cook Function of Position: The cook is responsible to supervisors and management staff for preparing food in the kitchen and in front of...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Iowa

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Iowa offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
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 Iowa
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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