Line Cook Jobs in New Milford, 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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Pizzeria Hiring Line Cook

  • Towaco, NJ (21 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Towaco, NJ (21 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

pizzeria hiring line cook immediately Great work environment Must have experience and handle pressure. Satuee dinner pasta salads wraps panninis etc Be able to control the line....

Food Service Worker

  • Montvale, NJ (22 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montvale, NJ (22 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Location: 100 Farmview Montvale, NJ 07645 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Time Type: Part time...

Cook

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (23 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (23 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Clean assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods...

Line Cook-Level 1

  • Vernon, NJ (5 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vernon, NJ (5 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Advancement opportunity to Line Cook-Level 2....

Utility Kitchen Worker - Somerset

  • Franklin, NJ (12 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (12 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Utility Kitchen Worker - Somerset (Full time) #2153 Somerset, NJ, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Utility Kitchen Worker - Somerset - Full time - $17.00 hourly rate - The areas highest quality...

Line Cook

  • West Nyack, NY (24 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Nyack, NY (24 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Four M Franchising, LLC Job Description JOB TITLE: Line Cook REPORTS TO: Manager DEPARTMENT: Operations FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt OVERVIEW: The Heart of the House is responsible for preparing food orders...

Line cook

  • Denville, NJ (24 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Denville, NJ (24 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 5 days ago

$18/hr line cook. Sunday and Monday off. 50 hours a week. No cash. Must be able to read and write English, interact with guests, work cleanly and efficiently in an open kitchen....

Cook- Monroe County Juvenile Center

  • Monroe, NY (12 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Monroe, NY (12 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Follows all Whitsons policies & procedures at all times ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure compliance with all portioning, plate presentations and quality guidelines....

Food Service Worker- Minisink School Nutrition

  • Slate Hill, NY (10 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Slate Hill, NY (10 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 5 days ago

This position is responsible for making and serving nutritious meals for students in a safe and healthful manner. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares and serves food...

Food Service Worker - Highland Falls Fort Montgomery

  • Highland Falls, NY (19 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Highland Falls, NY (19 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 5 days ago

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for making and serving nutritious meals for students in a safe and healthful manner. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Coordinates all...

FOOD SERVICE WORKER (On Call PRN, Per Diem)

  • Boonton, NJ (20 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ (20 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for an on call FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : NJ Firemen's Home - 565 Avenue, Boonton, NJ07005 Schedule : On Call: Weekends, 6:30 am - 2:00 pm or 11:00 am -...

[Don Chicken] Hiring Line Cook (cocinero de linea) (Pine Brook)

  • Montville, NJ (22 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montville, NJ (22 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 6 days ago

line cook position in Korean fried chicken restaurant....

Food Service Worker 1 (NYS Veterans Home at Montrose) - Continuous Recruitment

  • Montrose, NY (24 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montrose, NY (24 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 6 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...

Food Service Worker

  • Dover, NJ (21 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dover, NJ (21 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Overview At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health...

Line Cook

  • Middletown, NY (15 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Middletown, NY (15 miles from New Milford, NY)
  • 7 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....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in New Milford, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in New Milford, 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 New Milford, 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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