Line Cook Jobs in Leawood, KS

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

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 20 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 20 days ago

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 31542 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: Kansas (US-KS) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a motivated...

Cook 1 - Full Time, Noodle Bar (Nights)

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 7 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of a Noodle Bar Cook I is to provide excellent customer service to guests by preparing and cooking food orders per guests requests. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS...

Food Service Worker - UH Lakewood (11a - 7:30p)

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 7 hours ago

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Gardner, KS (20 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Gardner, KS (20 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 10 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: MEADOWBROOK REHABILITATION HOSPITAL - 45957001 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days. More details will be provided during the interview process....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Overland Park, KS (2 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (2 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 13 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....

Line Cook FT

  • Raytown, MO (9 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Raytown, MO (9 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview Now Hiring FT Line Cook at our Raytown, MO Facility!...

Line Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 13 hours ago

Riverfront Drive Kansas City, MO 64120 Hotel with 118 Rooms Managed By Tandem Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Full-Time Job Description A Line...

Crew Member Pizza Maker

  • Lenexa, KS (5 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS (5 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 19 hours ago

Company DescriptionNew Franchise, New opportunities Job DescriptionAnswering PhonesPreparation of ProductsCustomer ServiceStore Cleaning & SanitationMarketing & PromotionsPacking up orders for...

Food Service Worker

  • Gardner, KS (20 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gardner, KS (20 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: MEADOWBROOK REHABILITATION HOSPITAL - 45957001 Location ID: 45957001 Food Service Worker Location: MEADOWBROOK REHABILITATION HOSPITAL - 45957001 Workdays/shifts :...

Line Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 1 day ago

cook experience in a high volume fine dining setting and have strong knowledge in basic cooking, plating, and knife skills Must have night / weekend availability Must be able to stand for the duration...

Cook

  • North Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Summary SUMMARY: SUMMARY: Cooks utilize production tools including recipes, tally and food item pull guides in the preparation of food items for the various outlets of the Food and Nutrition...

Hy-Chi Cook

  • Belton, MO (12 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Belton, MO (12 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 2 days 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

  • Liberty, MO (24 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Liberty, MO (24 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 2 days 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....

Food Service Worker - SMAMO Dietary

  • Blue Springs, MO (18 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Blue Springs, MO (18 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! St. Marys Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers...

Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 3 days ago

Building Location: St Josephs Medical Center Department: 4009820 NUTRITION SERVICES - SJMC Job Description: This position provides high quality appealing and nutritious foods to customers through...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Leawood, KS

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Leawood, KS 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 Leawood, KS
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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