Line Cook Jobs in Penn Yan, 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 Manager

  • Pizza D
  • Bath, NY (24 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pizza D
  • Bath, NY (24 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Menu planning and development Knife skills and portion control Ensuring food quality and consistency Experience with grilling, fryer, and food preparation Food handling and sanitation practices Quality...

Food Service Worker

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Location: 300 Hamilton Street Geneva, NY 14456 Availability Requirement for this role: Applying to this requisition allows you to be considered for multiple opportunities. Please provide as much...

Line Cook

  • Aurora, NY (21 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, NY (21 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Job Order Number: DG0260370 Job Title: Line Cook Company: Inns of Aurora Location: Aurora, NY Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided Hours: Duration: Full Time...

Food Service Worker - Flexible Schedule

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES - 54935003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES - 54935001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES - 54935004 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during...

Food Service Worker - Hiring Now

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES - 54935005 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Cook

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Location Name: HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES - 54935005 Location ID: 54935005 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES - 54935005 Workdays/shifts : Varying...

Food Service Worker

  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (15 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Location Name: HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES - 54935001 Location ID: 54935001 Food Service Worker Location: HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES - 54935001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts,...

Kfc Restaurant Cook(Kfc Canandaigua)

  • Canandaigua, NY (19 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Canandaigua, NY (19 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 8 days ago

and efficiently with managers and coworkers Organize and maintain stock room and refrigerated areas Requirements Qualifications Minimum 18 years old Able to lift objects such as boxes, product, and fryers...

Cook

  • Bath, NY (24 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bath, NY (24 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Steuben Center is looking to hire a Cook in Bath, NY. DUTIES: Preparation, cooking, and service of a variety of foods Baking a variety of rolls, cookies, cakes, and pies Working on tray line...

Cook - Full Time - Days/Evenings

  • Trumansburg, NY (20 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Trumansburg, NY (20 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Cook - Full Time - Days/Evenings Be apart of our amazing team at Cayuga Addition Treatment and Recovery Services Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and...

Food Service Worker 2, (Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center) (NY HELPS)

  • Ovid, NY (13 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Ovid, NY (13 miles from Penn Yan, NY)
  • 21 days ago

May weigh and measure ingredients; may prepare and cook various meats, fish, hot cereals, vegetables, desserts, and simple baked goods. Performs other job-related duties as assigned....

Demographic Data for Penn Yan, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Penn Yan, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Penn Yan, 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 Penn Yan, 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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