Line Cook Jobs in Clarence, 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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The Yelling Goat

Chef / Line Cook

If you are a chef or line cook that wants a stable and exciting environment the Yelling Goat is the place....

Cook - Casey Middle

  • East Amherst, NY (5 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • East Amherst, NY (5 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 6 hours ago

26.25 hrs/wk Initial hours of assignment: 5.25 hours/day (8:30an - 1:45pm) 10 months per school year Responsibilities: Prepares and cooks soups, pizza, meats, vegetables Makes salads and...

Sandwich Artist

  • Niagara Falls, NY (22 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (22 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 6 hours ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: CHEEKTOWAGA-MARYVALE UNION FREE SCHOOLS - 13222001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays morning shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment...

Food Service Worker - Hiring Now

  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: BUFFALO SVC CTR - SODEXO, CHEEKTOWAGA - 71622001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: BUFFALO SVC CTR - SODEXO, CHEEKTOWAGA - 71622002 Workdays/shifts : Mornings - varying days. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment...

Lead Cook

  • Buffalo, NY (15 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY (15 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Some supervisory duties during shifts including coaching staff on knife skills and proper usage of kitchen equipment, monitoring recipe production, and administering tasks to staff throughout the shift...

Line Cook

  • Buffalo, NY (15 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY (15 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 1 day ago

High volume prep work included in daily duties including using knife skills to prepare recipes and complete prep work....

Line Cook

  • East Aurora, NY (16 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Aurora, NY (16 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Established East Aurora restaurant looking for a reliable line cook. Tuesday-Saturday. Hours average 35hrs/week but opportunity for more. Competitive pay with room to advance...

Sandwich Artist

  • Lockport, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lockport, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 1 day ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Country Pride Cook - PT

  • Corfu, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corfu, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Perform grill cook tasks, such as setting up broiler, fryer and grill stations according to the line check sheets....

Country Pride Cook

  • Corfu, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corfu, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Perform grill cook tasks, such as setting up broiler, fryer and grill stations according to the line check sheets....

Food Service Worker 2, (NY HELPS), Western New York Childrens Psychiatric Center, P26474

  • West Seneca, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY (12 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program. NY HELP Yes The agency in which the vacancy exists. Agency Mental...

Cook and Outreach Assistant

  • Buffalo, NY (15 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (15 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary: The Cook and Outreach Assistant (COA) is responsible to ensure the various outreach programs of Hearts, both permanent and temporary, are provided with the necessary prepared...

Food Service Worker

  • Buffalo, NY (15 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (15 miles from Clarence, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Summary This Food Service Worker position is located within the Nutrition & Food Service at the VA Medical Center in Buffalo, NY. The primary purpose of the Food Service Worker position is to...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Clarence, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Clarence, NY 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 Clarence, 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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