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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Italian Restaurant Cooks, Dishwasher, Kitchen Workers

  • New Paltz, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New Paltz, NY
  • 1 day ago

Ciao Bella New Paltz. Northern Italian cuisine. Looking to hire Full time Kitchen employees, (Cooks, Prep, Salad, Dishwashers.) 5+ years experience preferred. Ciao Bella New Paltz. Cocina del...

Line Cook

  • Montgomery, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Cook in full-service, high-volume, fast paced kitchen or food service environment Strong work ethic, team player, and customer-focused approach Must have excellent knife skills and proficiency in all...

Food Service Worker - Wallkill School Nutrition

  • Walden, NY (14 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walden, NY (14 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Food Service Worker - Wallkill School Nutrition Walden, NY, USA Requisition Number 13731 Location Wallkill /Walden Job Description This position is located in the Hamlet of Wallkill in ULSTER...

Line Cook

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

  • Ellenville, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ellenville, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Ellenville, NY, USA | Hourly | 15.50 per hour Hiring award after 4 weeks | Part Time | Retirement, summer pay, personal, & sick time The Food Service Worker helps provide Head Start children with...

EXPERIENCED Line Cook Needed at BUSY Poughkeepsie Restaurant

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

EXPERIENCED Line Cook Needed at BUSY Poughkeepsie Restaurant (Poughkeepsie) 1 Main Street compensation: $16-20 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook Join Our ESS Hospitality...

Cook (Permanent)

  • Highland, NY (4 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Highland, NY (4 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 5 days ago

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Cashier/Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Blooming Grove, NY (24 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Blooming Grove, NY (24 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 6 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Mediacom - 24 Old Mansion Road, Blooming Grove, NY 10914 Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook-PT

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

Cook-PT Children's Home of Poughkeepsie $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly life insurance, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 403(b) United States, York, Poughkeepsie 10 Childrens Way (Show on...

Army Cook

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 9 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...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

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

Location: Dutchess Drumlin Market + We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. + Address: Dutchess Drumlin Market - 53 Pendell Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601....

Kitchen Worker - Part-time

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

EMSW Postdoctoral Research Fellow Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Full-time Research & Development Posted on June 01, 2025 Position Responsibilities: At VCU, we Make it Real through...

Grill Cook

  • New Paltz, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY
  • 13 days ago

What You’ll Do: As a Grill Cook at Sodexo, you are a team player and food waste reducer....

Food Service Worker - Hiring Now

  • New Paltz, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY
  • 13 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT NEW PALTZ - 97502003 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and some weekends/holidays. More details will be...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • New Paltz, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY
  • 13 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT NEW PALTZ - 97502012 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays morning shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment...

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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
33.2%
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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