Line Cook Jobs in Newburgh, 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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Cook - Per Diem

  • Carmel, NY (17 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Carmel, NY (17 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Title: Cook Location: Bethel, CT Employment Type: Per-Diem Salary Range: Competitive Department: Dining Services About Us: Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every...

Cook - Inpatient Medical Facility

  • Carmel, NY (17 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Carmel, NY (17 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Cook - Inpatient Medical Facility Carmel, NY Job Type Full-time Description Arms Acres is looking for a cook to join the dietary team in Carmel, NY. In this role, you will lead assigned shift...

Italian Restaurant Cooks, Dishwasher, Kitchen Workers

  • New Paltz, NY (15 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Paltz, NY (15 miles from Newburgh, 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 (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, 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 (7 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walden, NY (7 miles from Newburgh, 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Newburgh, 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...

EXPERIENCED Line Cook Needed at BUSY Poughkeepsie Restaurant

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, 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 (13 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Highland, NY (13 miles from Newburgh, 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...

Line Cook - Harriman Commons Chili's

  • Monroe, NY (17 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Monroe, NY (17 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 6 days 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...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Blooming Grove, NY (11 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Blooming Grove, NY (11 miles from Newburgh, 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 (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, 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 (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, 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 (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 10 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....

Cook - Part Time Monday 6am-2pm

  • Carmel, NY (17 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Carmel, NY (17 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Cook Location: Newtown, CT Employment Type: Part Time Mondays 6am-2pm Salary Range: Competitive Department: Dining About Us: Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to...

Food Service Worker, Full-Time (Shrub Oak Inter School)

  • Mohegan Lake, NY (18 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Mohegan Lake, NY (18 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Food Service Worker at Shrub Oak International School. This position requires 3 weekends...

Demographic Data for Newburgh, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Newburgh, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Newburgh, 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 Newburgh, 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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