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

  • Larchwood, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Larchwood, IA
  • 7 days ago

Cook Job Reference Number: 31777 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: South Dakota (US-SD) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced cook...

Cook

  • Waterloo, IA
  • moments ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • moments ago

Cook** **Job Reference Number:** 29277 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Corrections **Brand:** Summit **State:** Iowa (US-IA) **The Role at a glance:** We are looking to...

Food Service Worker - Temporary

  • Cherokee, IA
  • moments ago
  • Cherokee, IA
  • moments ago

Food Service Worker - Temporary Print ( Apply Food Service Worker - Temporary Salary $14.37 - $20.35 Hourly Location Cherokee - 51012 - Cherokee County, IA Job Type Temporary Job Number 25-03383...

Cook

  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 10 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...

Senior Cook

  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 10 hours ago

Location Name: WILLIAM PENN UNIVERSITY - 33222001 Location ID: 33222001 Senior Cook Location: WILLIAM PENN UNIVERSITY - 33222001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 10 hours ago

Location Name: WILLIAM PENN UNIVERSITY - 33222001 Location ID: 33222001 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: WILLIAM PENN UNIVERSITY - 33222001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open...

Hy-Chi Cook

  • Grimes, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Grimes, IA
  • 16 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

28-26 Substitute Food Service Worker

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 16 hours ago

Please review the attached job description. $13.75 per hour; after 10th day in same assignment $14.50 per hour.

Full Time Food Service Worker

  • West Liberty, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • West Liberty, IA
  • 16 hours ago

Full Time Food ServiceWorker 6.5 Hours Per day General Hours of the kitchen are 7:00 AM – 1:30 PM. (these hours could vary) This is a 10 month position during the regular school year. Starting pay...

Lucky's Cook

  • Tama, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tama, IA
  • 16 hours ago

Starting Pay Rate: Shift Differential: For hours worked 4pm - 12 am ($.50/hour) or 12am - 8am ($1.00/hour) Full-time opportunities available! Full-time positions offer generous benefit package...

Line Cook

  • Blue Grass, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Blue Grass, IA
  • 16 hours ago

As a Line Cook at Tavern 61, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of menu items in a fast-paced environment....

Cook

  • IA
  • 17 hours ago
  • IA
  • 17 hours ago

Cook Job Reference Number: 31834 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Aladdin-Campus-Dining State: Iowa (US-IA) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced...

Part-Time Food Service Worker

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 hours ago

Part-Time Food Service Worker** **Job Reference Number:** 31835 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Aladdin-Campus-Dining **State:** Iowa (US-IA) **The...

Food Service Worker

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 hours ago

Food Service Worker** **Job Reference Number:** 31836 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Aladdin-Campus-Dining **State:** Iowa (US-IA) **The Role at a...

Cook

  • Carroll, IA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Carroll, IA
  • 22 hours ago

Full-Time Early Head Start Center Based Cook. This individual will contribute a positive, nurturing environment that is safe, clean and organized for children between the ages of birth to 3 years...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Iowa

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

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Iowa 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 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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