Line Cook Jobs in Murfreesboro, 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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Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 15 hours ago

Prior grill cook experience is preferred. + Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour. We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Murfreesboro, TN (12 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (12 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Prior grill cook experience is preferred. Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour. We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Food Service Worker

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 1 day ago

Wage Grade 2 Food Service Workers perform tasks with several steps or a sequence of tasks that requires attention to work operations. They follow set procedures in accomplishing repetitive...

Cook

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 4 days ago

Fuel the well-being of seniors as a Dietary Cook in our vibrant senior living community. Join our culinary team, where your passion for creating delicious & nutritious meals will contribute to the...

Line Cook

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 5 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Range: $14.74-$17.79 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Cook (P1-1922930-1)

  • La Vergne, TN (21 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN (21 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 5 days ago

COOK (P1-1922930-1) LOCATION La Vergne, TN POSTED 05/15/2025 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1922930-1 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our...

Cook

  • Smyrna, TN (16 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (16 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Smyrna, TN (16 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (16 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 9 days ago

Overview 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...

Line Cook

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 11 days ago

The Line Cook will maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production level form the Kitchen staff....

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • La Vergne, TN (21 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • La Vergne, TN (21 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $11.60 - $15.70 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Cook

  • Smyrna, TN (16 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (16 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Purpose of this position The purpose of this position is to prepare and provide food service to residents in a cost-effective, efficient manner to safely meet residents' needs in compliance with...

Cook

  • Shelbyville, TN (21 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Shelbyville, TN (21 miles from Murfreesboro, TN)
  • 15 days ago

Fuel the well-being of seniors as a Dietary Cook in our vibrant senior living community. Join our culinary team, where your passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals will contribute to...

Line Cook - Middle TN State Chili's

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 16 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cook

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 20 days ago

Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner. Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Ability to follow prepared...

Grill Cook

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 23 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 23 days ago

Team Member | Cook | Prep Cook | Grill Cook | Prep Crew | Line Cook | Customer Service | Restaurant | Part Time | Full Time | Team Member...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Murfreesboro, TN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Murfreesboro, TN 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 Murfreesboro, 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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