Line Cook Jobs in Kinston, 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

  • Kinston, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 3 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. At Pizza Hut, you'll cook pizza, wings, pasta, and...

Subway Sandwich Artist - ALL SHIFTS

  • Snow Hill, NC (15 miles from Kinston, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Snow Hill, NC (15 miles from Kinston, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Join Our Team as Sandwich Artist/Cashier at Subway! Are you an energetic individual who loves the buzz of a busy crowd? Subway is looking for a vibrant Sandwich Artist/Cashier to bring...

Cook - Dietary Aide

  • Farmville, NC (22 miles from Kinston, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Farmville, NC (22 miles from Kinston, NC)
  • 12 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: The Dietary Aide Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as directed by the Food Service/Dietary Manager/Supervisor. The Cook...

Dietary Aide/Cook

  • Snow Hill, NC (15 miles from Kinston, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Snow Hill, NC (15 miles from Kinston, NC)
  • 26 days ago

About our community We are an exceptional assisted living community, personalizing in the approach of ensuring every resident has their specific needs met at every stage. We strive daily to create...

Cook

  • Snow Hill, NC (15 miles from Kinston, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Snow Hill, NC (15 miles from Kinston, NC)
  • 26 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....

Cook - (Lenoir) -Temporary Solutions

  • Kinston, NC
  • 29 days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 29 days ago

REPOST This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be...

Cook (Part-time)

  • Kinston, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.*** Become part of an inclusive...

Grill Cook

  • Kinston, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Grill Cook Needed in the Kinston area. 1st shift 5:30am to 1:30pm ResourceMFG is looking for a skilled Grill Cook to join out team. A great opportunity to start your career....

Cook

  • Kinston, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 45+ days ago

various pieces of cooking. equipment used in commercial or institutional kitchens including kettles, convection ovens, convection steamers, braising pans, mixers, food processors, slicers, and deep fryers...

Cook

  • Kinston, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 60+ days ago

Part-Time Cook – Weekend Shift Location: Kinston, NC Schedule: Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Make a difference where it matters most. Join the team at Methodist Home for Children’s new...

Demographic Data for Kinston, NC

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Kinston, NC

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Kinston, 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 Kinston, 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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