Line Cook Jobs in Southern Pines, 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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Line Cook

  • Southern Pines, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Southern Pines, NC
  • 12 days ago

Cook food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards....

Cooks

  • Cameron, NC (14 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cameron, NC (14 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 3 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...

Food Service Worker Starbucks 12-8pm

  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 4 days ago

H-... Food Service Worker Starbucks 12-8pm United States - North Carolina - Fort Bragg Intermittent Job Description Under designated supervision, prepares and serves simple foods and beverages....

Breakfast AM Cook-Carolina-Full Time

  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Breakfast AM Cook-Carolina-Full Time Req #6968 Pinehurst, NC, USA Job Description Posted Monday, April 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM $1,000 Sign On Bonus $15-$20 Average Per Hour Annually CULTURE: Join a...

Pastry Lead Cook-Carolina-Full Time

  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Pastry Lead Cook-Carolina-Full Time Req #6943 Pinehurst, NC, USA Job Description Posted Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM $1,000 Sign On Bonus $15-$20 Average Per Hour Annually CULTURE: Join a...

Food Service Worker (Overhead)

  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 7 days ago

H-... Food Service Worker (Overhead) United States - North Carolina - Fort Bragg Intermittent Job Description Under designated supervision, prepares and serves simple foods and beverages. May...

Cook

  • Aberdeen, NC (5 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Aberdeen, NC (5 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Line Cook

  • Southern Pines, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Southern Pines, NC
  • 15 days ago

As a line cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes and plate presentation to delight our guests....

Lead Cook-No.9-Full Time

  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 16 days ago

SUMMARY: Train, supervise and work alongside other cooks and staff in preparing, cooking, and presenting food according to Pinehurst standards, with safety and sanitation as top priorities, in...

Cook-No.8-Full Time

  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Cook-No.8-Full Time Req #6927 Pinehurst, NC, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00 PM $1,000 Sign On Bonus $15-$20 Average Per Hour Annually CULTURE: Join a team that's been...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 28 days ago

Morrison Living Morrison Living is hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Quail Haven Village - 155 Blake Boulevard, Pinehurst, NC 28374. Schedule: Part time...

Child Care Center Cook

  • Cameron, NC (14 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Cameron, NC (14 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 28 days ago

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know...

Part Time Cook

  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 28 days ago

Do you have experience as a line cook, prep cook, chef, restaurant staff or in the food service industry? Then this job is for you!...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 29 days ago
  • Pinehurst, NC (4 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 29 days ago

Morrison Living is hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Quail Haven Village - 155 Blake Boulevard, Pinehurst, NC 28374. Schedule : Part time schedule; Days...

Food Service Worker (Expediter) NA-02

  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

The food service worker serves as a food service provider helping in the preparation, presentation and the serving or delivery of light food items offered for sale to patrons. He/she may perform...

Demographic Data for Southern Pines, NC

Moving to Southern Pines, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Southern Pines, NC below.


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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Southern Pines, NC

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Southern Pines, 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 Southern Pines, 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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