Line Cook Jobs in Rensselaer, 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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Villa Valenti Pub

Line Cook / Pizza Maker

As a Line Cook / Pizza Maker with us, you'll be in charge of menu planning, pasta prep, knife skills, soup making, plate presentation, seafood dishes, broiling, sautéing, ensuring food quality, sauce...

Line Cook - Colonie Chilis

  • Albany, NY (9 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY (9 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

Line Cook - Colonie Chili's

  • Colonie, NY (8 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Colonie, NY (8 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 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...

Food Service Worker - Eddy Village Green/Marjorie Doyle- Part Time - Cohoes, NY

  • Cohoes, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cohoes, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Part Time Food Service Worker - Eddy Village Green/Marjorie Doyle 20 hrs per week daytime hours 8am-3pm Do you have a passion for food, and...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Sandwich maker/ Grill cook

  • Canaan, NY (20 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Canaan, NY (20 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are currently seeking a deli person with sandwich making experience to join our team. It's a full time position, Must to able to work on weekends at $20.00 hourly based on experience. MUST...

Line Cook Needed

  • Albany, NY (9 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY (9 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Are you ready to lead a kitchen that blends bold BBQ with creative culinary artistry? War Room Tavern, located in the heart of downtown Albany, is seeking a passionate and innovative Executive...

Cook

  • Coxsackie, NY (20 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Coxsackie, NY (20 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Must have three years of experience in large-scale cooking, one year of which must have included regular supervision of subordinate staff.** Completed academic work in a degree program for food...

Food Service Worker - Samaritan Hospital Troy, NY - Full Time

  • Troy, NY (10 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Troy, NY (10 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Make your next move matter! St. Peters Health Partners - Samaritan Hospital - Food Service Worker - Full Time - Rotating Shifts We are...

Food Service Worker Per Diem - Beverywck - Slingerlands, NY

  • Slingerlands, NY (8 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Slingerlands, NY (8 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Do you have a passion for food, and strive for a rewarding career in which you enjoy coming to work every day? If you are looking for...

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $15.50 - $19.83 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Experienced pizza maker / kitchen help / cashier needed immediately

  • Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (17 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Looking for an experienced pizza maker / kitchen position. Needs to be very reliable and have transportation as well as open availability. Not looking for slackers who need constant supervision,...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Cohoes, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cohoes, NY (11 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location : 100 Coliseum Drive, Cohoes, NY 12047 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time schedule....

Seasonal Kitchen Assistant (Sur La Table)

  • Albany, NY (9 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY (9 miles from Rensselaer, NY)
  • 5 days ago

With over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table and the...

Line Cook - North Greenbush Chili's

  • Rensselaer, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Rensselaer, 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...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Rensselaer, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, 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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