Line Cook Jobs in Salem, 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 (Full Time)

  • Highlands, NC (16 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Highlands, NC (16 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 12 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: Highlands-Cashiers Hospital 190 Hospital Drive, Highlands, North Carolina 28741. Note: online applications...

PT Cook - Dietary

  • Clayton, GA (23 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clayton, GA (23 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Shift:** PT, 8 hour days**JOB SUMMARY:**Responsible for preparing and serving food for hospital patients, employees and guest of the hospital, in accordance with current federal, state and local...

Food Service Worker (FSW)

  • Cullowhee, NC (23 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cullowhee, NC (23 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 4 days ago

PeopleReady ofAsheville, NC is now hiringFood Service Worker in Cullowhee, NC! Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. **As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:** - Next-day...

Cook

  • Clemson, SC (19 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clemson, SC (19 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 4 days ago

As a Cook at Dominion Senior Living, you will be responsible for planning and preparing meals to our residents. While ensuring that each meal is not only nutritionally balance, but also enjoyable!...

Kitchen/Grill/Cook

  • Brevard, NC (22 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brevard, NC (22 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Now hiring kitchen help for all shifts. Job duties include cooking product, prepping product and sandwich assembly. Pay is based on experience and availability. Up to $13 an hour. We offer:...

Cook Dillard House F&B

  • Dillard, GA (21 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dillard, GA (21 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 6 days ago

Line Cooks also monitor portions, manage inventories and maintains a sanitary kitchen work area....

Line Cook

  • Salem, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Salem, SC
  • 14 days ago

We are currently seeking a talented culinarian to join our team as a Line Cook....

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Part Time)

  • Seneca, SC (11 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Seneca, SC (11 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 14 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Location : Prisma Health Oconee Memorial - 298 Memorial Drive, Seneca, SC 29672. Note: online applications accepted...

Grill/Line Cook

  • Highlands, NC (16 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Highlands, NC (16 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 21 days ago

**Don Leon is hiring Line/Grill Cooks for his Kitchen!** Pay is $15/hour Hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays, from 8am - 4pm. Don Leon offers year 'round work....

Dietary Aide/Cook

  • Brevard, NC (22 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Brevard, NC (22 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 25 days ago

About our community We are an exceptional assisted living community, personalizing in the approach of ensuring every resident has their specific needs met at every stage. We strive daily to create...

Cook

  • Brevard, NC (22 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Brevard, NC (22 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 25 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....

Food Service Worker

  • Pickens, SC (14 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Pickens, SC (14 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 26 days ago

Wage Rate $16.00/hour Overview Are you looking for a career with premium benefits and the potential for growth? At Trinity Services Group, we have created something special, a better place to work...

Cashier Cook Crew

  • Pickens, SC (14 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Pickens, SC (14 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 28 days ago

Opportunity and pathway to advance in pay$ and position. Cross training & make a career advancement. Minimum Age 16 Responsibilities: Cooks are directly responsible for creating a great guest...

Line Cook

  • Cashiers, NC (12 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cashiers, NC (12 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

They will be expected to skillfully apply culinary techniques including basic knife skills and demonstrate a working knowledge of all kitchen equipment....

Madison's Cook - Full Time

  • Highlands, NC (16 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Highlands, NC (16 miles from Salem, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description The Line Cook works as part of the kitchen team to prepare food items for breakfast, lunch and dinner They are responsible for keeping their areas and stations organized and clean while...

Demographic Data for Salem, SC

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Salem, SC

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Salem, SC 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 Salem, 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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