Line Cook Jobs in South Dakota

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/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Role: Food Service Worker Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents in a...

Food Service Worker

  • Parkston, SD
  • 22 hours ago
  • Parkston, SD
  • 22 hours ago

Location: Avera Queen of Peace Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Afternoon Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate...

Cook/Host/Cafeteria Server Hospital

  • Barnard, SD
  • 23 hours ago
  • Barnard, SD
  • 23 hours ago

Location: Avera St Luke's Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is...

Cook/Host/Cafeteria Server Hospital

  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 1 day ago

Location:** Avera St Luke's Hospital **Worker Type:** Regular **Work Shift:** Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) **Pay Range:** _The pay range for this...

Part-Time Kitchen Staff

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 1 day ago

Sioux Falls Christian School is looking for a part-time MS/HS server. Duties include:Display and take down retail itemsPut out SubwayMake sandwichesFill and put out condiments dailyServe on MS/HS...

Cook - Full Time

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 1 day 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...

Pizza Maker (01846) 5509 Bendt Dr

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE We are very actively recruiting individuals seeking jobs during this time! We are seeing an increase in business and the need for more individuals to be a part of...

Pizza Maker(1805) 840 Timmons Bid.

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago

Pizza Maker(1805) 840 Timmons Bid. 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 840 Timmons Boulevard, Rapid City, SD 57703 Job Description CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE We are very actively recruiting individuals...

Cook

  • Spearfish, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Spearfish, SD
  • 3 days ago

Peaceful Pines Senior Living is committed to providing exceptional care and service with compassion. Our community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The Cook will be...

Wegmans Gourmet Line Cook

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago

cook Experience making sushi and other types of Japanese cuisine Knife skills Food safety and quality assurance knowledge Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant ingredients and cuisine Preferred...

Senior Cook (Immediate Hire, Full Time)

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time SENIOR COOK positions. Location : Morrison Healthcare Monument Rapid City - 353 Fairmont Boulevard, Rapid City, SD 57701. Note: online applications accepted...

Line Cook

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary: To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and...

Cook I - Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 4 days ago

Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown Overlooking the river, we're in The Steel District next to historic Falls Park and Levitt Outdoor Amphitheater. Take our complimentary Canopy Bikes to explore...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Spearfish, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Spearfish, SD
  • 5 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Restaurant Line Cook

  • Yankton, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 5 days ago

Perkins Restaurant is now hiring Cook s for our Perkins Restaurant in Yankton. Stop in any time to apply at: 2216 Broadway St. - Yankton Benefits of working for us include: 1. Supportive ownership...

Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in South Dakota

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 Dakota 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 South Dakota
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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