Line Cook Jobs in Lancaster, 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 (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 15 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 And Part Time)

  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Location: Buffalo State We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address : 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222 Note: online applications accepted...

Line Cook

  • Batavia, NY (21 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Batavia, NY (21 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We offer great restaurant culinary careers for line cooks (concinero / cocinera) who have back of house cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment...

Food Service Attendant and Cook

  • Buffalo, NY (13 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (13 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 2 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a part-time Food Service Attendant and Cook to join our team at The Lodge at Geneva in Geneva, Ohio. Are you ready to showcase your...

Grill Cook

  • Niagara Falls, NY (24 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (24 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Grill Cook Responsibilities: Responsible for preparing each order by following company recipes, carryout procedures, and plating standards Ensures proper food handling and sanitation procedures are...

Grill Cook - Full-Time

  • Amherst, NY (7 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Amherst, NY (7 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 3 days ago

handle a knife, operate an oven, flat top, grill, deep fryer and broiler Comply with established sanitation, health and safety standards Date, store & rotate all food items & materials Maintain food...

Food Service Worker

  • Batavia, NY (21 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Batavia, NY (21 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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

Food Service Worker

  • Batavia, NY (21 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Batavia, NY (21 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 4 days ago

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

Utility Kitchen Worker

  • Niagara Falls, NY (24 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (24 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Perform detail cleaning of kitchen and peripheral equipment, including ovens, fryers, hot boxes, coolers, etc. 7....

Line Cook- Bussers- Dishwashers- THE COLDEN MILL RESTAURANT

  • Colden, NY (17 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Colden, NY (17 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 5 days ago

The Colden Mill Restaurant is now hiring for the following positions: Line/Prep Cook--part-time -- Experience necessary -- (Tuesday-Friday-Saturday) schedule to start with opportunity for more...

Line Cook

  • Orchard Park, NY (12 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orchard Park, NY (12 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Range: $15.50-$18.71 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Restaurant Staff, Line Cooks, Dishwashers

  • North Tonawanda, NY (14 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Tonawanda, NY (14 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Remington Tavern & Seafood Exchange is hiring for all support staff positions!!! - Cooks -Dishwashers Experience not mandatory. Dive head-first into a high-volume establishment that prides itself...

Cook, Highmark Stadium

  • Orchard Park, NY (12 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orchard Park, NY (12 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is searching for seasonal Cooks to join our team at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. As a...

Line Cook

  • Buffalo, NY (13 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (13 miles from Lancaster, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Come join the Outback Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Demographic Data for Lancaster, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Lancaster, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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