Line Cook Jobs in Prior Lake, MN

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

  • Eden Prairie, MN (16 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (16 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

$19.25 / Hour plus tips (Avg Tips is $5 an hour) Full-time with benefits Paid Vacation and Sick Time Commuter Benefits We are currently hiring for Food service workers to work at.our locations...

Dive Bar Cook at the CC Club

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 8 hours ago

The CC Club, a 92 year old legendary dive bar, is looking for a part-time cook (Mon, Tues PM and Sat Daytime) Must be able to work alone and read English. The menu is good dive bar food Call Randy...

Cook

  • Saint Paul, MN (24 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (24 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 14 hours ago

The Cook will: Learn, prepare, cook and plate a variety of colorful recipes and menu items, ensuring that plate presentation and food quality are to company standards....

Food Service Worker (FSW) - Part-time/Evening shift

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 14 hours ago

Working Title: Food Service Worker (FSW) - Part-time/Evening shift** **Job Class: Food Service Worker** **Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs** + **Job ID** : 86829 + **Location** :...

Line Cook

  • Edina, MN (17 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Edina, MN (17 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 18 hours ago

Your Background: Great technique: strong knife skills and a range of cooking methods set you apart Attention to detail: you know your weights, measurements and volumes Cleanliness and organization:...

Cook

  • West Saint Paul, MN (23 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Saint Paul, MN (23 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Child Care Center Cook

  • Excelsior, MN (18 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Excelsior, MN (18 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Child Care Center Cook Share by Email Share on LinkedIn Share on X ( Share on Facebook + Careers + Job Details Apply ( + Brand: Montessori Unlimited + Location: 810 Excelsior Blvd. Excelsior, MN...

Cook On-Call

  • Plymouth, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Cook On-Call Cornerstone Assisted Living - Plymouth, MN - Part Time Cornerstone Assisted Living, a community, is hiring On-Call Cooks to join our culinary team! In this flexible role, you'll have...

Hotel Restaurant Line cook

  • Saint Paul, MN (24 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (24 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 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. 8....

Lead Cook - The Social, Ridgedale - Full Time

  • Minnetonka, MN (19 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minnetonka, MN (19 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Be part of an amazing story Macys is more than just a store. Were a story. One thats captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditionsabout...

Kitchen Assistant

  • Burnsville, MN (7 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burnsville, MN (7 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Job Overview Ebenezer is an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to...

Market Grille Cook

  • New Hope, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hope, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

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

Grocery Kitchen Cook

  • Saint Paul, MN (24 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (24 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days 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...

Cook III

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Summary The Line Cook III prepares all food items while giving attention to cleanliness and sanitation, quality standards, taste, timeliness, and cost effectiveness with respect for...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Crystal, MN (23 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Crystal, MN (23 miles from Prior Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Prior Lake, MN

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Prior Lake, MN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Prior Lake, MN offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
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 Prior Lake, MN
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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