Line Cook Jobs in South Carolina

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 Cooks

As a Line Cook, your main tasks include using knife skills, and making sure plates are top-notch. You'll also need to control portions, maintain food quality, and work efficiently in the kitchen....

River City Cafe Hiring Line Cooks!

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 6 hours ago

River City Cafe is currently accepting applications for Line Cook positions!...

Pizza Maker $19-$21 an Hour

  • Charleston, SC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 6 hours ago

GREAT PAY Great work life balance, close at 9PM seven days a week, clean and cool temp kitchen Closed All Major Holidays! Apply online or Apply in person at the location, address below....

Deli Cook PT

  • Aiken, SC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 7 hours 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,...

Cook - Customer Service

  • Batesburg, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Batesburg, SC
  • 8 hours ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and experience great food....

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Central, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Central, SC
  • 8 hours ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and experience great food....

Cook - Team Member

  • Easley, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Easley, SC
  • 8 hours ago

As the team at Zaxbys expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxbys is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To our...

Cook - Entry Level

  • North Augusta, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • North Augusta, SC
  • 8 hours ago

As the team at Zaxbys expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxbys is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To our...

Cook - Now Hiring

  • North Augusta, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • North Augusta, SC
  • 8 hours ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and experience great food....

Cook - Restaurant Crew Member

  • Easley, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Easley, SC
  • 8 hours ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and experience great food....

Cook

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 8 hours ago

As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant Cook, you will oversee the Appetite Satisfaction Department, which involves operating the following stations: Food Production, Grill, Fryer and other tasks if applicable...

Kitchen/Cook

  • Irmo, SC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Irmo, SC
  • 9 hours ago

At Pizza Hut, our vision is to "Connect People Through the JOY of Pizza." As a Pizza Hut / Team SRC Team Member, you can be the smiling face that greets and serves the customers or a cook who make...

Cook

  • Charleston, SC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 16 hours ago

Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in and knowledge of methods and procedures relating to food preparation and presentation gained in a grill, snack bar, restaurant, club or similar food activity...

Line Cook (GA/SC)

  • Greenville, SC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 16 hours ago

Line Cook - Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Voted TOP WORKPLACE, 12 years running! Recognized for our contributions to charity! What our Line Cooks bring to the table......

Part-Time Food Service Worker

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 16 hours ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 16 hours ago

ASRC Federal Field Services provides logistical support at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in North Charleston (FLETC Federal Complex off of Spruill Avenue). We are looking for a Food...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in South Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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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