Line Cook Jobs in Middletown, 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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Eagle Oaks Country Club

Saute Chef / Line Cook Steakhouse

Someone who is passionate about pasta and has a flair for crafting delicious Italian dishes Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, grill, and present a variety of hot food items for various meal...

Cook

  • Asbury Park, NJ (10 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Asbury Park, NJ (10 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • moments ago

Qualifications: Required: High School diploma Preferred: 3-5 years grill/high volume experience Experience in high production food service Scheduling Requirements: Shifts to include: 5:30a-2p, 8a-4:...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Asbury Park, NJ (10 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Asbury Park, NJ (10 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 1 hour 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 Immediately

  • New Brunswick, NJ (18 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (18 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: BRISTOL MYERS SQUIBB, NEW BRUNSWICK - 93024001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided...

Line Cook - 30+ hours per week

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

. $22 per hour Shifts will vary from TUESDAY - SUNDAY 3 YEARS EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY MUST KNOW how to cook over a charcoal grill Middle Eastern Cuisine Experience Preferred NON SLIP COVERED FOOTWEAR...

Line Cook for a Bakery/Deli in East Williamsburg

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Our Deli Cooks prepare our breakfast and lunch menus. They work with our baristas to take orders and answer any questions about the menu. Our Cooks are passionate about food and care deeply about...

Food Service Worker Senior-FT Evening-Trinitas Regional Medical Center-Elizabeth-NJ

  • Elizabeth, NJ (19 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (19 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Title: Food Service Worker Senior Location: WILLIAMSON STREET Department Name: Dietary - Management Req #: ... Status: Hourly Shift: Evening Pay Range: $17.82 - $17.82 per hour Pay...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: IBM - 1 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time schedule....

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : SI Pierce Dining - 1 Castle Point on the Hudson, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Note: online applications...

Cook

  • Wall Township, NJ (16 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wall Township, NJ (16 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Clean assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods...

Line Cook

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

We want a long-term Line Cook who shares our values and wants to join our family....

Seasonal Line Cook

  • Asbury Park, NJ (10 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Asbury Park, NJ (10 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Overview To ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks and ensure proper sanitation levels....

Pizza maker/ Line cook & kichen help & prep

  • Long Branch, NJ (9 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (9 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Pizza maker/ Line cook & kichen help & prep (Long Branch) Dough by dough krazy 167 lincoln ave long branch compensation: Competitive pay / overtime & vacation pay employment type: experience level:...

Flex Hours - Good pay! Short Order Cooks Needed

  • Manasquan, NJ (19 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Manasquan, NJ (19 miles from Middletown, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Flex Hours - Good pay! Short Order Cooks Needed (MANASQUAN, NJ) 425 1st Avenue compensation: manager will discuss Busy beach cafe - located at 425 First Avenue, Manasquan, NJ -- is now hiring for...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Middletown, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Middletown, NJ 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 Middletown, 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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