Line Cook Jobs in New Paltz, 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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Army Cook

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 2 days ago

THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE As a Culinary Specialist, you'll cook meals and work alongside chefs to prepare meals comparable to any major restaurant, so...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Kingston, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 3 days 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....

Cook

  • Newburgh, NY (15 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (15 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Cooks prepare the raw chicken for cooking in the fryers utilizing the Colonel's long proven process....

Line Cook For Inn And Event Venue In The Catskills $24/HR + Benefits

  • Mount Tremper, NY (21 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Tremper, NY (21 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Tremper, NY is seeking an experienced and passionate Line Cook to join our existing kitchen team. Passionate about food, energetic and enthusiasticif thats you, please get in touch with us!...

Line Cook

  • Tivoli, NY (22 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tivoli, NY (22 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 5 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Overview We are searching for motivated, outgoing, and dedicated line cooks to join our team....

Line Cook

  • New Paltz, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY
  • 5 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Our vegan chocolate shop + cafe in New Paltz has an opening for a line cook....

Line Cook - The Tavern

  • Hyde Park, NY (10 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hyde Park, NY (10 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 5 days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares a variety of meats, fish, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and assorted other kitchen equipment....

SILVIA and Good Night seeks Expo and Line Cooks.BEST PAY!

  • Woodstock, NY (19 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woodstock, NY (19 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 7 days ago

(Woodstock) 42 Mill Hill Road compensation: Excellent employment type: job title: Line cooks and EXPO SILVIA and our sister restaurant Good Night in Woodstock, NY is now accepting resumes for those...

Substitute Cook 2025-2026

  • Hopewell Junction, NY (21 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY (21 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 7 days ago

1. Prepares and cooks meat, fish, poultry, soups, vegetables, macaroni, desserts, salads and other foods. 2. Prepares cakes, pies, rolls and a variety of other desserts. 3. Supervises and...

Cook 2025-2026

  • Hopewell Junction, NY (21 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY (21 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 7 days ago

1. Prepares and cooks meat, fish, poultry, soups, vegetables, macaroni, desserts, salads and other foods. 2. Prepares cakes, pies, rolls and a variety of other desserts. 3. Supervises and...

Substitute Food Service Worker -Rondout Valley High School

  • Accord, NY (9 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Accord, NY (9 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 8 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: Prepares and serves...

Food Service Worker - Wallkill School Nutrition

  • Wallkill, NY (9 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wallkill, NY (9 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 8 days ago

This position is located in the Hamlet of Wallkill in ULSTER COUNTY! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares and serves food according to menus and in correct portion sizes as...

Line Cook

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Range: $15.86-$19.14 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Chef/Short Order Cook -Seasonal

  • Glenham, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Glenham, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 15 days ago

un Chef/Short Order Cook -Seasonal- (Beacon) compensation: 20-25/hr depending on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Chef/Short Order Cook -Seasonal- Local Country...

Line Cook

  • Beacon, NY (20 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Beacon, NY (20 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Job description LINE CHEF & TOURNANT ABOUT US: Kitchen & Coffee and The Wild are two vibrant dining establishments that share a 100% gluten-free...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in New Paltz, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in New Paltz, 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 Paltz, 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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