Line Cook Jobs in Catawba, NC

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

  • Hickory, NC (17 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (17 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Role: Cook Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Mooresville, NC (14 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mooresville, NC (14 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Helps prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts. Also helps prepare catering orders. Performs cashier duties using the POS system....

Cook - Flexible Hours

  • Statesville, NC (16 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Statesville, NC (16 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago

environment Work in an environment that features hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens Operate and work safely with restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, knives, fryers...

Cook - Restaurant Crew Member

  • Statesville, NC (16 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Statesville, NC (16 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago

environment Work in an environment that features hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens Operate and work safely with restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, knives, fryers...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Mooresville, NC (11 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mooresville, NC (11 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Helps prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts. Also helps prepare catering orders. Performs cashier duties using the POS system....

PM Cook (Full-Time + Benefits) $500 Retention Bonus

  • Davidson, NC (16 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Davidson, NC (16 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Williams Place, the premier independent living community for active seniors in Davidson, has an opening for a full-time P.M. Cook. **We are currently offering a $500.00 retention bonus payable...

Line Cook

  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Come join the Outback Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Mooresville, NC (14 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (14 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 2 days ago

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

Grill Cook

  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Grill Cook Responsibilities: Responsible for preparing each order by following company recipes, carryout procedures, and plating standards Ensures proper food handling and sanitation procedures are...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to...

COOK, TEA ROOM (3rd Shift) PRN

  • Statesville, NC (16 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Statesville, NC (16 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Job Type Part-time Description The Tea Room Cook sole responsibility is the preparation of food. The responsibility also includes opening the Tea room up in the mornings and cooking food for...

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • Kannapolis, NC (24 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kannapolis, NC (24 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $11.60 - $15.70 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Cook (P1-1480466-1)

  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 6 days ago

COOK (P1-1480466-1) LOCATION Huntersville, NC POSTED 01/17/2025 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1480466-1 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: AMERICAN LEADERSHIP ACADEMIES - 97130004 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays morning shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type:...

Food Service Worker

  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (22 miles from Catawba, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Location Name: AMERICAN LEADERSHIP ACADEMIES - 97130004 Location ID: 97130004 Food Service Worker Location: AMERICAN LEADERSHIP ACADEMIES - 97130004 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning shifts....

Demographic Data for Catawba, NC

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Catawba, NC

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Catawba, NC 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 Catawba, NC
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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