Line Cook Jobs in Rochester, 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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Hy-Chi Cook

  • Rochester, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 1 day ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - 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...

Market Grille Cook

  • Kasson, MN (12 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kasson, MN (12 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 1 day 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...

Line Cook

  • Byron, MN (6 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Byron, MN (6 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Somerby is looking for a line cook to prepare food to the exact specifications of our Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine....

Cook Part-Time

  • Goodhue, MN (24 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Goodhue, MN (24 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Similar Roles: Culinary Aide, Culinary Artist, Fry Cook, Line Cook, Sous Chef The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the following information...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Rochester, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 10 days ago

Location: University of Minnesota Rochester We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address: 111 Broadway Avenue South Suite 300 A, Rochester, MN...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Rochester, MN (10 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Rochester, MN (10 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 10 days ago

Location: University of Minnesota Rochester We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address : 111 Broadway Avenue South Suite 300 A, Rochester, MN...

Cook- PT

  • Rochester, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 12 days ago

Similar Roles: Culinary Aide, Culinary Artist, Fry Cook, Line Cook, Sous Chef The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the following information...

Breakfast Cook

  • Rochester, MN
  • 15 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 15 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....

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Rochester, MN
  • 17 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 17 days 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

  • Stewartville, MN (13 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Stewartville, MN (13 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 29 days ago

What began as an idea between two brothers to open a Mexican restaurant has since grown into one of the largest, privately held Taco Bell franchisees in America. At Border Foods, we work with a...

Cook for 14th Street KinderCare

  • Rochester, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the...

Cook

  • Stewartville, MN (13 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stewartville, MN (13 miles from Rochester, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Role: Cook Pay Rate: $18.00 - $21.00 / hour Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a...

Restaurant Cook

  • Rochester, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Cook If you like working with a fun team, love our queso, have a great personality & enjoy interacting with customers, then come and talk to us about joining the QDOBA family! QDOBA is now hiring...

Part-Time Cook

  • Rochester, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Part-Time Cook** **Job Reference Number:** 31396 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Healthcare **Brand:** Cura-Hospitality **State:** Minnesota (US-MN) **Why work for Cura...

Heart of House Line Cook

  • Rochester, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 45+ days ago

Line Cooks It's not called Heart of House for nothing. The kitchen is where much of the magic happens....

Demographic Data for Rochester, MN

Moving to Rochester, MN? Find some basic demographic data about Rochester, MN below.


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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Rochester, MN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Rochester, MN offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.1%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
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 Rochester, 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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