Line Cook Jobs in Saint Louis, 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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Cook

  • Eureka, MO (24 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Eureka, MO (24 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 23 days ago

Cook Job Reference Number: 30982 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: Missouri (US-MO) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced cook to...

Day Cooks - $17 - $19/hr - Town & Country/Creve Coeur

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 hour ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 hour ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking an experienced Cook to join our team at a private school in the Creve Coeur/Town & Country area. Our venue has an open kitchen, which allows plenty of interaction...

Food Service Worker - Flexible Schedule

  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY - 55748001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 hours ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 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 May support management in...

Food Service Worker - Hiring Now

  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 12 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY - 56661004 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 14 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 14 hours 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...

Line Cook

  • O Fallon, IL (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • O Fallon, IL (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Come join the Outback Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Grill Cook

  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Food Service Worker

  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY - 55748001 Location ID: 55748001 Food Service Worker Location: MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY - 55748001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Lead Cook

  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IL (19 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day 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 May support management in...

Cook

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 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....

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Bridgeton, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgeton, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Food Service Worker Location: SSM HEALTH DEPAUL HOSPITAL-ST. LOUIS - 50550001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Cook

  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day 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...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Saint Louis, MO (14 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (14 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Bethesda Southgate - 5943 Telegraph Road, Saint Louis, MO 63129. Note: online applications...

Demographic Data for Saint Louis, MO

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Saint Louis, MO

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Saint Louis, MO 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 Saint Louis, 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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