Line Cook Jobs in Randolph, 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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Se Busca Cocinero- Looking for Cook

  • Belleville, NJ (22 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Belleville, NJ (22 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Location: Belleville Position: Full-Time / Part-Time Cook Pay: Hourly Rate or Salary Start Date: immediately Were looking for a reliable and passionate Cook to join our kitchen team! If you love...

Restaurant Cook - Short Hills

  • Short Hills, NJ (14 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (14 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we dofor our customers, associates, brand partners, and communities. Our legacy of innovating and our culture of...

Food Service Worker

  • Dover, NJ (6 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Dover, NJ (6 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health...

Food Service Worker

  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Food Service Worker Job Category Staff & Executive - Food Services/Hospitality/Special Events Department UBHC-Outpatient...

Line Cook

  • Hackettstown, NJ (12 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (12 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

**What Youll Do:** As a Line Cook at Sodexo, you are also a team player and food waste reducer....

Pizza man / Cook - New Pizzeria Garfield

  • Garfield, NJ (24 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Garfield, NJ (24 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Location: Basil Pizza 174 Lanza Ave Garfield, NJ Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time New Pizzeria located at 174 Lanza Ave Garfield. Looking for an all-around team member to help build the...

[Don Chicken] Hiring Line Cook (cocinero de linea) (Pine Brook)

  • Pine Brook, NJ (12 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pine Brook, NJ (12 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Hiring line cook position in Korean fried chicken restaurant. Kitchen experience preferred. Job includes chop, trim chickens, frying, and other preparation....

Bagel baker /kitchen cook /manager

  • Randolph, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Randolph, NJ
  • 1 day ago

All around person needed, job duties include working the grill, fryer, oven etc. Good pay, morning hours Call Jim.... ......

Cook I

  • Bridgewater, NJ (17 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (17 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs....

Food Service Worker

  • Lyons, NJ (9 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lyons, NJ (9 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Summary These Food Service Worker positions are located within the Nutrition & Food Service at the NJ VA Medical Center, Lyons Campus. Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Piscataway, NJ (20 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (20 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Cook Location: Consumer Products Company - 87600001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays morning and afternoon/evening shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment...

Experienced Kitchen Cook

  • Union, NJ (19 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, NJ (19 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Strong skills in food preparation techniques, including knife skills and cooking methods. 4. Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality. 5....

Grill Line Cook (Full Time)

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (11 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (11 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location : Daiichi Sankyo - 211 Mount Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Note: online applications accepted only....

Entry-Level Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (11 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (11 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location : Daiichi Sankyo - 211 Mount Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Note: online applications accepted only....

Full Time Kitchen Grill Cook

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (11 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (11 miles from Randolph, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location : Daiichi Sankyo - 211 Mount Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Note: online applications accepted only....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Randolph, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Randolph, 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 Randolph, 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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