Line Cook Jobs in Cape Girardeau, MO

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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Sandwich Artist

  • Benton, MO (17 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Benton, MO (17 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 2 days ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Cook (non-exempt)

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 3 days ago

Demonstrates the ability to implement basic cooking processes such as chopping, slicing, steaming, grilling and re-heating. Follows department approved recipes when preparing products....

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Part Time)

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 4 days ago

Location: We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Address : Southeast Missouri State University - 1 University Plaza MS 1700, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701. Note:...

Kitchen Staff

  • Marble Hill, MO (21 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Marble Hill, MO (21 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 15 days ago

KITCHEN STAFF MARBLE HILL, MO Position Summary Prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings and assist with serving lines. Participate in occasional catering functions. Perform all positions within...

Cook

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 17 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 17 days ago

Responsibilities Universal Health Services: One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an...

Cook

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Join our team as a Cook and bring your passion for food to a place where it truly makes a difference. In our assisted living community, you'll prepare home-style meals that offer comfort,...

Line Cook - Cape Girardeau Chili's

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 60+ days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cook

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Why You Want to Work Here: We offer weekly pay and competitive wages Flexible scheduling Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week Life insurance, short-term...

Restaurant Cook

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 90+ days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Restaurant Cook will oversee the day to day operation of the grill and food prep in the restaurant....

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 90+ days ago

As a Broil Cook your responsibilities would include: High volume restaurant experience Understand cooking steak temperatures Meat seasoning, searing, and cooking Meat seasoning, searing, and grilling...

Grill Cook

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 90+ days ago

We offer great restaurant culinary careers for grill cooks (concinero / cocinera / Jefe / Jefa) who have back of house meat butchering, meat prepping, grilling and cooking, chef / kitchen experience...

Line Cook

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: LINE COOKS & PREP COOKS Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay....

Demographic Data for Cape Girardeau, MO

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Cape Girardeau, MO

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Cape Girardeau, MO 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 Cape Girardeau, MO
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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