Line Cook Jobs in Alcoa, TN

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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Dietary Aide / Food Service Worker-Part time

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 1 hour ago

Food Service Worker-Part time Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine - a comprehensive inpatient behavioral health facility. Our center will provide acute behavioral health care and outpatient...

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Clinton, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clinton, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 3 hours ago

Pay Rate: $14.00 / hour 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,...

Cook (Full-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Powell, TN (19 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Powell, TN (19 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 3 hours ago

Pay Rate: $13.00 / hour 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...

Cook - Flexible Hours

  • Powell, TN (19 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Powell, TN (19 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 17 hours ago

Pay Rate: $13.00 / hour 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...

Cook - Customer Service

  • Powell, TN (19 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Powell, TN (19 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 17 hours ago

Pay Rate: $13.00 / hour 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,...

Cook - Immediate Opening

  • Clinton, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Clinton, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 17 hours ago

Pay Rate: $14.00 / hour 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,...

Cook - Restaurant Crew Member

  • Clinton, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Clinton, TN (22 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 17 hours ago

Pay Rate: $14.00 / hour 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...

Cook (PT)

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Collegiate Hotel Group is seeking a Cook to join Graduate Knoxville by Hilton and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains high sanitation standards...

Relief Cook

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a part-time Cook provide resort-style food and service while developing strong, positive, and lasting relationships with our residents...

Cook

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Role: Cook Pay Rate: 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...

Cook-Baker-Salad Maker

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Cook-Baker-Salad Maker, Food Services Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Variable Shifts With more than 30 specialties from Cardiology and Neurosurgery to Orthopedics and Vascular care,...

Line Cook at the Wayback Hotel - Paloma Restaurant - Pigeon Forge

  • Sevierville, TN (21 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN (21 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 2 days ago

The position of Line Cook is responsible for assisting in the preparations of menu items and daily kitchen operations....

Line Cook

  • Alcoa, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Alcoa, TN
  • 3 days ago

As a Line Cook for Texas Roadhouse, you'll make made-from-scratch Legendary Food for our guests to enjoy....

Line Cook

  • Louisville, TN (3 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, TN (3 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Line Cook Introduction: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Line Cook to join our team and prepare high-quality dishes for our guests....

Line Cook - Evenings Mall Hours

  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (11 miles from Alcoa, TN)
  • 5 days ago

The Line Cook - Evenings Mall Hours is the key to ensuring guest satisfaction. This is a very important position for a friendly, helpful individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Alcoa, TN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Alcoa, TN 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 Alcoa, TN
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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