Line Cook Jobs in Northport, 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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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...

Cooks

Must have excellent knife skills and able to work well under pressure....

Line Cook

  • Mamaroneck, NY (21 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (21 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Looking for kitchen staff for saute station. Please email resume and experience. Be available Wednesday through Sunday in the evening will consider part time. Willing to trian. . Buscando personal...

Line Cook

  • Port Washington, NY (19 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Port Washington, NY (19 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

We are hiring a Hotel Line Cook Great Opportunity to bring your culinary skills to one of North America’s fastest growing hospitality companies – Concord Hospitality Enterprises....

Line Cook. Busser. Servers. Bartenders.

  • Freeport, NY (22 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Freeport, NY (22 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Line Cook, Busser & Servers. Experience required. Please respond with a resume. Full Time or Part Time. Restaurant open 7 Days a week, 11am - 11pm. Bartenders, Bilingual....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Stratford, CT (24 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Stratford, CT (24 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Sikorsky - 6900 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06614. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Part Time)

  • Darien, CT (13 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Darien, CT (13 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location : Darien Public Schools - 35 Leroy Avenue, Darien, CT 06820. Note: online applications accepted only....

Line Cook

  • Stratford, CT (24 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Stratford, CT (24 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

Full time position open immediately in busy italian restaurant. Must have experience with catering, dinners, etc Melissa ... or apply in person 346 Stratford Rd

Pizza Maker/Kitchen

  • Lindenhurst, NY (15 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lindenhurst, NY (15 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Pizza Maker/Kitchen (Lindenhurst/Deer Park) Papa John's Lindenhurst 1845 Straight Path, compensation: $17 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Pizza Maker-Papa Johns Looking for...

Experienced Line Cooks Needed! Huntington!

  • Huntington, NY (5 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Huntington, NY (5 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Experienced Line Cooks Needed! Huntington!...

LINE COOKS NEEDED (Weekends Required)

  • Rye, NY (19 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Rye, NY (19 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

un LINE COOKS NEEDED (Weekends Required) (Rye, NY) compensation: LINE COOKS NEEDED FOR NEW RESTAURANT/MODERN MARKET employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook Milton Point Provisions...

The World Taco Factory Is Hiring All Servers Bartenders And Cooks

  • New Hyde Park, NY (21 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (21 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

We're Hiring for the Following Positions: * Line Cooks * Bartenders * Wait Staff * Floor Managers * Dishwashers * Morning Prep Staff What We're Looking For: * Positive, upbeat individuals * People who...

Line Cook

  • Selden, NY (15 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Selden, NY (15 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour As a Line Cook for Texas Roadhouse, you'll make made-from-scratch Legendary Food for our guests to enjoy....

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Selden, NY (15 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Selden, NY (15 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

As a Broil Cook your responsibilities would include: High volume restaurant experience Understand cooking steak temperatures Meat seasoning, searing, and cooking Meat seasoning, searing, and grilling...

Chef De Partie

  • Rye, NY (19 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Rye, NY (19 miles from Northport, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Are you a creative, hands-on chef who loves motivating a team and delivering amazing food? We're looking for a Chef de Partie to join our vibrant kitchen team at Parkdean Resorts. In this role,...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Northport, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Northport, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
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 Northport, 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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