Line Cook Jobs in Aiken, SC

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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Food Service Worker - Flexible Schedule

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 1 hour ago

Food Service Worker Location: AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY - 29133001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 1 hour ago

Food Service Worker Location: AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY - 29133010 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Cook NA-04

  • Jackson, SC (22 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Jackson, SC (22 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 4 hours ago

This position is located at 1917 Club Fort Jackson, South Carolina. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email,...

Food Service Worker - Paine College

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview Are you passionate about food and great service? Our campus dining facility is looking for dedicated, friendly, and hardworking individuals to join us as Food Service Workers - an...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 7 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....

Deli Cook PT

  • New Ellenton, SC (13 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • New Ellenton, SC (13 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Are you looking for PT work with flexibility? Join Kjs Market and see why were not like other grocery stores. In addition to being part of a family-owned and growing company, we offer weekly pay,...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Location Name: AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY - 29133005 Location ID: 29133005 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY - 29133005 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open...

Line Cook

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 14 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....

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • Graniteville, SC (10 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Graniteville, SC (10 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 16 days ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $11.38 - $14.88 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 18 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home - 1101 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30901. Note:...

Line Cook

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 19 days ago

The line cook is also responsible for the correct handling and preparation of all food items to ensure our Guests' safety at all times....

Lead Cook - FT - Days - Augusta

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 19 days ago

Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 20 days ago

We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Piedmont - 1350 Walton Way, Augusta, Georgia 30901. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Part time...

Bluebird Kitchen Cook FT

  • Batesburg Leesville, SC (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Batesburg Leesville, SC (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 21 days ago

Overview To produce all assigned menu items efficiently and consistently while following the specifications, recipes, and techniques of Kj's and the Bluebird Kitchen. Come grow with grocery at...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Augusta, GA (20 miles from Aiken, SC)
  • 22 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...

Demographic Data for Aiken, SC

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Aiken, SC

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Aiken, SC 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 Aiken, SC
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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