Line Cook Jobs in Rochester, 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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Line Cooks-Fairport

  • Penfield, NY (8 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Penfield, NY (8 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

BRAND NEW RESTAURANT LOOKING FOR PM LINECOOKS. FULLTIME POSITION. SCRATCH KITCHEN, GREAT PLACE TO LEARN AND IMPROVE YOU CRAFT.

Line Cook

  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Family owned restaurant in Gates looking to hire a reliable line cook. As a Line Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen....

Friendly Cook - Monroe County Juvenile Center

  • Henrietta, NY (7 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Henrietta, NY (7 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

Whitsons Culinary Group is a dynamic and innovative food service and meal production company servicing the Northeast by providing excellent dining programs. Currently, we have openings for...

Food service worker (Fri 4-830pm $15 hr)

  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Looking for a hard working employee to work Fridays from 4pm - 830pm. Employee will be expected to perform following task: -take food orders from customer and put together dinner plate (no cooking...

Nutritional Service Worker/Cook - Gouverneur Hospital (Per Diem)

  • Rochester, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 10 hours ago

Nutritional Service Worker/Cook Department: Food Services Location: Gouverneur Hospital Hours Per Week: As needed (Per Diem) Schedule: Variable day, weekends, and holidays; 8 hour shifts: 10 am to...

Cook

  • Rush, NY (11 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rush, NY (11 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Cooking on grill and fryer. Must have 1 year experience. Will Train. Must be able to life 50lbs. Must be able to work weeknights and weekends....

Lead Cook

  • Brockport, NY (15 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brockport, NY (15 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Salary Pay: $18.50 - $23.07 / hour Overview Elderwood is currently seeking a Lead Cook to coordinate and oversee the activities of other dining services personnel involved in direct preparation of...

Cook

  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

Cook DEPARTMENT: Food and Nutrition LOCATION: Clifton Springs Hospital - Clifton, New York HOURS PER WEEK: 40 hours per week SCHEDULE: Variable 5:15am -1:15pm, 10:30am - 6:30pm and 7:00am -2:30pm...

Cook Family Shelter

  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

Make a difference in a family's life! Volunteers of America Upstate New York's continuum of residential programs offer homeless & low-income individuals and families safe housing and support...

Cook / Dietary Assistant

  • North Chili, NY (10 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Chili, NY (10 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Community is hiring a full-time 37.5 hour hook. The Cook is responsible for meal preparation to assure that all foods are prepared to meet dietary...

Line cooks

  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago

Here at Rise & Grind Cafe and Diner we have position open for Line Cooks, available AM shifts. We are looking for Full & Part Time Positions....

Winfield Grill Hiring - Line Cook

  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago

Busy family oriented restaurant looking to hire a line cook. This is a full time position, but we are flexible to your needs....

GBH Line Cook

  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago

BREW HOUSE HOURS OF OPERATION: Sunday - Thursday | 11am-10pm Friday & Saturday | 11am-11pm SHIFTS NEEDED: Evenings/Weekend availability is a MUST JOB DESCRIPTION As a Line Cook, you will strive to exceed...

Cook, Rochester Psychiatric Center, P25994

  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 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...

Lilac Festival Short Order Cooks & Cashiers

  • Rochester, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 6 days ago

Looking for short order cooks and cashiers to work in our concessions tents and food trucks at the Rochester Lilac Festival downtown in Highland Park May 9-May 18!! Every day service is...

Demographic Data for Rochester, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Rochester, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Rochester, 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 Rochester, 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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