Line Cook Jobs in Hackensack, 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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Cooks

Must have excellent knife skills and able to work well under pressure....

Cook

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Cook with the Promise Academy...

Wegmans Full Time Cook

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

cook experience Experience leading a team Knowledge of relevant products Basic knife skills At Wegmans, weve long believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people....

Food Service Worker

  • Jamaica, NY (18 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jamaica, NY (18 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Location Name: VIRGIN ATLANTIC AIRWAYS CLUBHOUSE JFK - 53124001 Location ID: 53124001 Food Service Worker Location: VIRGIN ATLANTIC AIRWAYS CLUBHOUSE JFK - 53124001 Workdays/shifts : Varying...

Food Prep or Line Cook

  • Port Washington, NY (18 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Port Washington, NY (18 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

NOW HIRING Two Positions: Food Prep + Line Cook - Ikedo Restaurant Type: Japanese Fast Casual Location: Port Washington, NY Job Summary: Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: Competitive pay + meal...

Pizza Cook Wanted! Asap For Cool Midtown Restaurant

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

MICHELIN GUIDE RESTAURANT See No Evil Pizza is looking for an experienced PIZZA COOK! Hi! looking for a part time experienced pizzaiolo! We are a modern pizzeria making Neapolitan/NYC style pies...

Station Cook

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

The Chef de Partie role is an ATL level leadership role in Prepared Foods focused on driving culinary excellence and hospitality experience on the Retail Floor. The CDP is a Retail Floor Venue...

Cook

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Cooks prepare the raw chicken for cooking in the fryers utilizing the Colonel's long proven process. This requires breading the chicken, placing it in the fryer and moving it to the holding...

UWS Restaurant Hiring Dishwashers Line Cooks, Bartenders & Servers

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Must own knives, must have good speed, solid knife skills. Recipe reading experience. Clean work habits, great time management. Must be a team player, positive energy, prompt, and responsible....

Line Cook- Carmine's Italian Restaurant

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Line Cook $20-$24 hourly-depending on experience REQUIREMENTS: >Must have flexible schedule to work > Show proof of eligibility to work in the USA....

Full Time Chef/Line Cook

  • Mineola, NY (23 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mineola, NY (23 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

The Black Sheep Ale House in Mineola is seeking a full-time chef and line cook. You will operate out of a fully equipped food trailer in the Beer Garden....

Line Cook

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Hiring Line Cook with experience. Experienced in the whole line is a plus, Sautee, Grill, pasta, fryer. Ability to work in a team and be able to help with any station is necessary....

Line Cooks - Emily West Village

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Line Cook Qualifications: Minimum 1 year experience as a line cook in a full-service restaurant. Knowledge of modern cooking techniques required....

Line Cook

  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

R and D Foods, a specialty food shop is looking for a PART TIME line cook for 3 shifts/week We are a small, busy, owner-operated, 10 year old DAYTIME business that makes delicious menu-based sandwiches...

Line Cooks Needed at Golden HOF & NY Kimchi

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

skills (responsible for maintaining properly sharpened knives and tools) - Responsible for correct product storage, including labeling and dating procedures - Able to follow and uphold cleanliness...

Demographic Data for Hackensack, NJ

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Hackensack, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Hackensack, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
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 Hackensack, 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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