Line Cook Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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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Prep Cook - 1.5x Pay on Holidays

  • East Brunswick, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

As a Line Cook, you are a key part of that by creating delicious food for our customers, while getting to work with various cuisines from menus created by our famous Michelin-starred and Celebrity Chefs...

Prep Cook - Hiring Now

  • Jamesburg, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jamesburg, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

As a Line Cook, you are a key part of that by creating delicious food for our customers, while getting to work with various cuisines from menus created by our famous Michelin-starred and Celebrity Chefs...

Line Cook - Growth Opportunities

  • Port Reading, NJ (19 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Reading, NJ (19 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

As a Line Cook, you are a key part of that by creating delicious food for our customers, while getting to work with various cuisines from menus created by our famous Michelin-starred and Celebrity Chefs...

Restaurant Crew Member - $17/hr

  • Irvington, NJ (22 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvington, NJ (22 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

As a Line Cook, you are a key part of that by creating delicious food for our customers, while getting to work with various cuisines from menus created by our famous Michelin-starred and Celebrity Chefs...

Pizza Man And Cook Needed

  • Avenel, NJ (18 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Avenel, NJ (18 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Looking for Pizza Man and Cook Knowledge in Italian Cuisine. Must have experience. E-mail us your resume at: ... with a contact phone number.

Food Service Worker

  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Schedule:** Part time **Availability:** Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Includes Weekends). **Age Requirement:** Must be 18 years or older **Location:** Princeton, NJ **Address:** 240 Nassau Park...

Line Cook

  • East Hanover, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (20 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Line Cook Job Details Job Location 4089 The Office Tavern Grill - East Hanover, NJ Description 40NORTH Restaurantsis the full service division ofVilla Restaurant Group, a family owned, multi brand global...

Food Service Worker - Full Time - Day - Hillsborough NJ, Area

  • Belle Mead, NJ (10 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ (10 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian _Health_ we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted...

Food Service Worker -Part Time -Day - Hillsborough NJ, Area

  • Belle Mead, NJ (10 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ (10 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian _Health_ we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted...

Food Service Worker

  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Title: Food Service Worker Location: Morris Cancer Center Department Name: Dietary Management Req. #:... Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Pay Range: $16.00 per hour Pay Transparency: The above...

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • North Plainfield, NJ (10 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • North Plainfield, NJ (10 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours 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...

Line Cook

  • Lawrence Township, NJ (22 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (22 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 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:...

Strong Line Cook/Chef

  • Madison, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Madison, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

What You Bring to the Table: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Line Cook in a full-service restaurant. Solid knife skills and culinary technique....

NOW HIRING - CHEF / LINE COOK - Italian cuisine

  • Cranford, NJ (16 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cranford, NJ (16 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

A FULL-TIME CHEF OR A LINE COOK with experience in Italian cuisine....

Kitchen Staff

  • Short Hills, NJ (18 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (18 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Kitchen Staff compensation: TBD employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Kitchen Staff Looking to hire a Grill Cook/Line Cook/Salad Chef/Food Runner. MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE....

Demographic Data for Bridgewater, NJ

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Bridgewater, NJ 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 Bridgewater, NJ
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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