Line Cook Jobs in Rocky Mount, 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 - Hiring Immediately

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Cook (P1-1480415-1)

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 5 days ago

COOK (P1-1480415-1) LOCATION Rocky Mount, NC POSTED 11/12/2024 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1480415-1 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our...

Grill Cook

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Childcare Center Cook

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Join Us and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education! At Childcare Network, we're not just offering jobs; we're inviting you to join a dynamic movement that's shaping the future....

Line Cook

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 8 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....

Cook - Dietary Aide

  • Farmville, NC (24 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Farmville, NC (24 miles from Rocky Mount, 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...

Cook

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Overview 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,...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 13 days ago

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

Cook

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 21 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + **Care beyond the table** At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its...

Fry Cook

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 21 days ago

Cooks other items as needed using a flat grill, stove, oven and pizza oven. Cleans work area and assists the rest of the kitchen team as needed. Must enjoy a fast-pace....

Cook

  • Tarboro, NC (12 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tarboro, NC (12 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ 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...

Cook (The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills)

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 30+ 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

  • Scotland Neck, NC (23 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Scotland Neck, NC (23 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 30+ 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....

Midway Cafe Grill Cook/Cashier

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 45+ days ago

BENEFITS Job Description Experienced Short Order Grill Cook/Cashier needed....

Lead Cook- Greenfield School

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Lead Cook- Greenfield School** **Job Reference Number:** 30015 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Aladdin-Campus-Dining **State:** North Carolina (US-NC)...

Demographic Data for Rocky Mount, NC

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Rocky Mount, NC

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Rocky Mount, 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 Rocky Mount, 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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