Line Cook Jobs in Swannanoa, 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

  • Arden, NC (14 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arden, NC (14 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day 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...

Line cook

  • Black Mountain, NC (7 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Black Mountain, NC (7 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 7 hours ago

restaurant in Black Mountain NC is looking for a line cook to join the team....

Dietary Cook/Aide

  • Fletcher, NC (12 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fletcher, NC (12 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Beck's Rest Home is looking for dedicated Dietary cook/ aides to come join our team. We will train the right person. Come see us @ 316 Lower Brush Creek Road, Fletcher or call us @ ... or ....

Temporary Cook

  • Arden, NC (14 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arden, NC (14 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Role: Cook (temporary) Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a temporary Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals to residents in a long-term...

Restaurant Cook

  • Asheville, NC (9 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Asheville, NC (9 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY The Restaurant Cook will oversee the day to day operation of the grill and food prep in the restaurant....

Line cook

  • Black Mountain, NC (7 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Black Mountain, NC (7 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago

The Pure & Proper restaurant in Black Mountain NC is looking for a line cook to join the team. Were a new American restaurant with an open kitchen concept offering full or part time availability....

LIBERTY HOUSE CAFE LINE COOK $23/hr (asheville)

  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for experienced prep and line cook who is passionate about working with local products in a fast paced ego free kitchen....

Pizza Cook/Line Cook

  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Pizza Mind is looking to add a seasoned pizza cook or line cook. You would need experience with hand tossing dough and cooking with deck ovens on a stone or experience cooking on a line....

Deerpark Line Cook - Full Time

  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 3 days ago

The Line Cook II is responsible for preparing food products that represent Biltmore's standards for all dining, banquet and a la carte services....

Sunny Point Cafe Line Cook

  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Sunny Point Cafe is looking to hire an AM Line Cook. Candidates must have weekend availability. This is a full time position. Typical hours are 4 or 5 days a week 7:30am-4pm....

Line Cook

  • Hendersonville, NC (18 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (18 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Overview We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Line Cook to join our culinary team....

Line Cook

  • Arden, NC (14 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arden, NC (14 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 4 days ago

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

Line Cooks

  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Availability: We prefer to hire a line cook with open availability at this time but can be flexible for qualified candidates....

Line Cook Postero

  • Hendersonville, NC (18 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (18 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Interested individuals should take pride in their work, have proficient knife skills, and understand time management....

Cook (Full & Part Time)

  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Asheville, NC (8 miles from Swannanoa, NC)
  • 5 days ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Demographic Data for Swannanoa, NC

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Swannanoa, NC

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Swannanoa, 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 Swannanoa, 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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