Line Cook Jobs in Melville, 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 Shore and Country Club

Lead Banquet Cook / Grill Cook

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS 2+ years of grill line cook experience in a high-volume kitchen or club environment. 2 years experience in banquet service preferred....

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Lead Cook

Requirements High school diploma or GED 2+ years of experience as a prep or line cook Experience leading a kitchen team and cooking in a fast paced retail environment Must be able to speak, read and...

Line Cook

Line Cook – Italian Restaurant We are seeking a skilled and motivated Line Cook to join our team at a busy Italian restaurant....

Now Hiring: Catering Cooks Wanted

  • Howard Beach, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Howard Beach, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Position Overview: Russos Hospitality Group is looking to hire skilled full-time and or part-time Cooks to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate should be someone with at least 2 years of...

Cook

  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced cook to join our restaurant/bistro team. The ideal candidate will have: - Experience in preparing high-quality dishes - Knowledge of cooking techniques in Italian...

Cook - Part Time

  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Equipment may include meat slicer, food processor, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwasher, dumb waiter, warmer cabinets....

Line Cook - Cocinero de linea - $23 per Hour

  • Northport, NY (9 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Northport, NY (9 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Seafood and Italian restaurant looking for highly motivated, COOKS. Looking for someone to work several stations including saute, broil, and fry. You must be responsible and must maintain the high...

Cook/cocinero

  • New Hyde Park, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for experienced line cooks to work in a high volume restaurant serving burgers, wings and sandwiches. We need day and night shifts covered. The kitchen closes at 1am....

Cook

  • Bay Shore, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bay Shore, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Netherbay at Bay Shore - Bay Shore, NY Position Type : Full-Time/Part-Time Salary Range : $22.00 - $26.00 Hourly Job Shift : Weekend Description...

Cook

  • N Bellmore, NY (10 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • N Bellmore, NY (10 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

practices Safe knife handling skills Ability to follow instructions for the safe use, cleaning and care of dietary equipment, preparation and service areas Experience operating commercial slicers, ovens, grills...

Line Cook

  • Bayside, NY (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bayside, NY (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Line Cook - East Northport Chili's

  • East Northport, NY (6 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Northport, NY (6 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

Help Wanted Immediately hiring Cooks & Kitchen Helpers

  • Freeport, NY (13 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Freeport, NY (13 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Busy restaurant on Nautical Mile is looking to hire Cooks to join our team immediately. Holding interviews Wednesday July 2nd from 12pm - 7pm, 281 Woodcleft Ave, Freeport NY 11520. Please come on...

Hiring Dishwashers, Cooks & Kitchen Helpers Immediately

  • Ozone Park, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ozone Park, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Busy Caribbean Restaurant looking for immediate help. we need dishwashers & cooks to start right away. we are holding interviews Tuesday July 1st from 2pm - 8pm, please come in at 100-05 Atlantic...

Experienced Line Cooks WANTED

  • Island Park, NY (17 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Island Park, NY (17 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for full time saute and grill cooks for Mediterranean Style restaurant Experience cooking meat, fish, and poultry to proper temps Experience cooking pasta, grains, and vegetables to order in...

Demographic Data for Melville, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Melville, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Melville, 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 Melville, 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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