Line Cook Jobs in Willoughby, OH

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

  • Macedonia, OH (23 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Macedonia, OH (23 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 6 days 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...

Experienced Food Service Worker

  • Shaker Heights, OH (13 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Shaker Heights, OH (13 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 11 hours ago

Hours Full Time 40hrs Day Shift Location\: UH Management Services Center in Shaker Heights, OH University Hospitals is offering a $1,000 sign on bonus, minus applicable taxes, for full time...

Full-Time Food Cook. Job in Northfield Gr8Jobs

  • Northfield, OH (23 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northfield, OH (23 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : Northcoast Behavioral Health - 1756 Sagamore Road, Northfield, OH 44067. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Line Cook

  • Lyndhurst, OH (10 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lyndhurst, OH (10 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Your Background: Great technique: strong knife skills and a range of cooking methods set you apart Attention to detail: you know your weights, measurements and volumes Cleanliness and organization:...

Woodstock BBQ hiring line cook and dishwasher

  • Lakewood, OH (24 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, OH (24 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago

The candidate must know how to follow recipes and demonstrate competent knife skills. They will also understand and follow sanitation practices....

Student Food Service Worker (On Campus), Part-Time (Lake Erie College)

  • Painesville, OH (10 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Painesville, OH (10 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Are you a current student at (Lake Erie College) looking for work on campus? AVI Foodsystems, Inc. is seeking friendly, service-oriented people to join our team! Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems...

Cook, Full-time

  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago

, sauteing, roasting, frying, and broiling ingredients and assembling and refrigerating cold ingredients Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures Maintain appropriate dating...

URGENTLY HIRING! Cook, Full-time

  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago

, sauteing, roasting, frying, and broiling ingredients and assembling and refrigerating cold ingredients Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures Maintain appropriate dating...

URGENTLY HIRING! Cook, Full-time

  • Richmond Heights, OH (7 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond Heights, OH (7 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Cook, Full-time at Flight Options, one of our corporate transportation accounts in Richmond Heights, OH....

Cook

  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Company Overview Cityview Healthcare & Rehabilitation, a Certus Healthcare community, located in the heart of downtown Cleveland, Ohio provides short term, long term and specialized services to...

Cafe Food Service Worker

  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Become a HERO and Never Work Weekends again! We are looking for a School Cafeteria Food Service Worker who is responsible for ensuring and maintaining regular daily operations of the designated...

Line Cook/Dishwasher

  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (19 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 3 days ago

The Line Cook/The Dishwasher at Five Iron will support the team leader in managing all aspects of our kitchen....

Overnight - Food Service / Kitchen / Cook

  • Garfield Heights, OH (18 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Garfield Heights, OH (18 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Member is able to: Answering questions about menu items and promotions Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items Restocking product and workstations Using food preparation equipment including ovens, fryers, grills...

Food Service Worker

  • Willoughby, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Willoughby, OH
  • 4 days ago

Food Service Worker University Hospitals United States, Ohio, Willoughby Jun 07, 2025 Description Hours Part Time 20hrs Variable Shift Working every other weekend and holiday required Location:...

Cook $500 Sign on Bonus

  • Mentor, OH (3 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (3 miles from Willoughby, OH)
  • 5 days ago

$500 Sign on bonus paid out $250 at 90 days and $250 at 120 days Support the Director, Food Service with planning, directing, controlling, communicating, and coaching in the Food Service...

Demographic Data for Willoughby, OH

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Willoughby, OH

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Willoughby, OH offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
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 Willoughby, OH
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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