Line Cook Jobs in Clinton, 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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Sampson Regional Medical Center

Cook

Sampson Regional Medical Center is hiring a Cook to join the Food & Nutrition team! Description: The selected applicant will be responsible for preparing and producing food items as required for...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Mount Olive, NC (20 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Olive, NC (20 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 6 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Butterball - 1628 Garner Chapel Road, Mount Olive, NC 28365. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Cook

  • Newton Grove, NC (17 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newton Grove, NC (17 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 7 days ago

You will use your experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling baking and boiling as a critical part of your role....

Subway Sandwich Artist - Morning/Midday Shift

  • Elizabethtown, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Overview Join Our Team as a Morning/Day Shift Sandwich Artist/Cashier at Subway! Are you a morning person with a flair for culinary creativity and excellent customer service? Subway is seeking an...

$11.50 Full Time Evening Cook Position

  • Elizabethtown, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 25 days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

Cook - Golden Years Nursing Home

  • Falcon, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Falcon, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 28 days ago

Liberty Cares With Compassion At Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment. We are currently seeking an...

$10.50 hr. Cashier or Cook Part Time

  • Elizabethtown, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elizabethtown, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

$11.50 Cashier or Cook Available Any Time

  • Elizabethtown, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elizabethtown, NC (22 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

Team Member (Cook/Customer Service)

  • Mount Olive, NC (20 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mount Olive, NC (20 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. As a Pizza Hut team member, you can be the smiling...

cook BOH Lead

  • Dunn, NC (23 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dunn, NC (23 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Are you looking for a leadership position at a company with a purpose? Do you want to help grow a team on a mission to spread love and kindness through our little corner of the world? Hwy 55 is...

Cook

  • Mount Olive, NC (20 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mount Olive, NC (20 miles from Clinton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Hwy 55 is looking for folks with great hustle and competitive drive to join our cook team. If you have awesome energy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you may be a good fit for us! Flexible...

Cashier/ Cook/ earn up to $11.50/hr.

  • Clinton, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clinton, NC
  • 90+ days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

Pizza Maker / Customer Service Rep (In-Store Team Member) (FT8905)

  • Clinton, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clinton, NC
  • 90+ days ago

ABOUT THE JOB You got game? You got spring in your step? You want the best job in the world! And schedules that work with you, not against you? That's right, we live to beat the rush and make it...

Pizza Maker / Customer Service Rep (In-Store Team Member) (PT8905)

  • Clinton, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clinton, NC
  • 90+ days ago

ABOUT THE JOB You got game? You got spring in your step? You want the best job in the world! And schedules that work with you, not against you? That's right, we live to beat the rush and make it...

Demographic Data for Clinton, NC

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Clinton, NC

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Clinton, NC 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 Clinton, 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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