Line Cook Jobs in Cortland, 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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HIRING NOW! Fry cooks, Servers and Pizza makers

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 6 days ago

We are currently hiring for fry cook's, pizza makers and servers No experience necessary. Apply in person at Northeast Pizza and Bones 23 Cinema Dr., Ithaca, NY 14850 or go online to...

Cook

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Cook: (3) Fulltime, Temporary, Seasonal (H-2B) Jobs available 05/25/2025-10/31/2025.Employer: Ranic LLC dba Ranic Golf Club, 189 Pleasant Grove Rd. Ithaca, NY 14850Duties: Prep, season, cook,...

Senior Cook

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Demonstrate proficient knife skills and complete a cooking demonstration as part of the interview process....

Hiring Line Cooks

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 11 days ago

un Hiring Line Cooks (Ithaca) Moosewood Restaurant 215 N....

Lead Food Service Worker S04, Cornell Dining - Multiple Positions Available

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Must be able to demonstrate proficient knife skills (applicable to the position) and successfully complete a cooking demonstration as part of the interview process....

Artisan Pizza Maker

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 13 days ago

ITH Hospitality is looking for experienced kitchen and customer service team members. Hone your skills preparing scratch made pizzas. Our organization only offers living wage jobs featuring paid...

Cook S04, Cornell Dining - Multiple Positions Available Cornell University

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Must be able to demonstrate proficient knife skills (applicable to the position) and successfully complete a cooking demonstration as part of the interview process....

Line Cook

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Join our team! Our organization only offers living wage jobs featuring paid sick time, health, dental and flexible scheduling. Our management team aims to help each team member improve their skill...

Kitchen Assistant

  • Dryden, NY (10 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dryden, NY (10 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Employment Date: ASAP Term of Employment: Full-Time, Permanent, 12-month Job Description: The Childcare Center Kitchen Assistant will be responsible for the daily meals and dishes. Prepare...

Bistro Cook's Assistant 1 Tier 3 $16.25/hour

  • Cortland, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Cortland, NY
  • 20 days ago

Uses a variety of kitchen equipment including electric fryer, steamer, slow cooker, gas stove, gas oven, grill, knives, slicer, buffalo chopper and mixer....

Cook

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, 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 - Ithaca Chili's

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 60+ 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...

Cook - Full Time - Days/Evenings

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Cook - Full Time - Days/Evenings Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our...

First Cook

  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (22 miles from Cortland, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Basic knife skills Qualifications Ability to interact with all levels of staff including management....

Neubig Cook's Assistant Good Batter Tier 3 $16.25/hour

  • Cortland, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cortland, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Uses a variety of kitchen equipment including electric fryer, steamer, slow cooker, gas stove, gas oven, grill, knives, slicer, buffalo chopper and mixer....

Demographic Data for Cortland, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Cortland, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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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