Line Cook Jobs in Binghamton, NY

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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Line Cook

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job entails doing prep, working on a grill, working with a fryer, and making sandwiches. Starting pay 17.00 an hour or more based on experience....

Cook

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Include: Grilling steaks and food on site. Food prep and clean up for events. Cooking all dinner menu items to order. Lifting up to 50 lbs....

Line Cook

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 5 days ago

un Line Cook (Binghamton) Thirstys Tavern Inc 46S Washington St near Vestal Prk compensation: 15.50 + Tips employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook Line Cook Prepare Assorted...

Thai and Laotian Cuisine Cook

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 20 days ago

Prepare and cook Thai and Laotian specialty dishes using company's standard recipesensuring a balance of flavors, nutritional value, and seasonal ingredients while maintaininghigh standards of...

Lead Cook

  • Vestal, NY (10 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Vestal, NY (10 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 20 days 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 (Full Time)

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 22 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 22 days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location: Helio Binghamton - 249 Glenwood Road, Binghamton, NY 13905 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Binghamton, NY (3 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (3 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 22 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location : Helio Binghamton - 249 Glenwood Road, Binghamton, NY 13905 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Cook

  • Vestal, NY (10 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Vestal, NY (10 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 28 days ago

Overview Why You Want to Work Here: We offer weekly pay and competitive wages Flexible scheduling Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week Life insurance, short-term...

Cook

  • Vestal, NY (10 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vestal, NY (10 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your...

Line Cook - Vestal Chili's

  • Vestal, NY (10 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vestal, NY (10 miles from Binghamton, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Line Cook Part-Time

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Position Summary The Line Cook is responsible for preparing foods to be served to guests throughout the venue....

Line Cook Part-Time

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Position Summary The Line Cook is responsible for preparing foods to be served to guests throughout the venue....

Lead Cook Part-Time Mirabito Stadium

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 60+ days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Food Service Worker 1, Greater Binghamton Health Center, P25284

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job...

Cook Part-Time Mirabito Stadium

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens....

Demographic Data for Binghamton, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Binghamton, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Binghamton, NY 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 Binghamton, NY
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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