Line Cook Jobs in Old Hickory, 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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Lead Production Cook

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • moments ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • moments 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 May support management in...

Cook - Prestigious Private School

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 20 hours ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a Cook to join our team at a prestigious private school in Nashville. SAGE offers weekly pay, comprehensive year-round benefits, continuous training, and room to...

Cook - Casual Dining Restaurant

  • Brentwood, TN (17 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Brentwood, TN (17 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 20 hours ago

The Heritage at Brentwood is actively looking for a hospitality-minded Line Cook to join our growing team!...

Kitchen Cook

  • Gallatin, TN (12 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gallatin, TN (12 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Combining quality and bold FLAVOR starts with our Line Cooks....

Line Cooks

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Line Cooks $19-$23...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Ensworth School - 7401 Tennessee 100, Nashville, Tennessee 37221. Note: online applications accepted...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Nashville, TN (16 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (16 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Madison, TN (4 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, TN (4 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Location: University of Memphis We are hiring immediately for a FULL TIME AND PART TIME FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Address : University of Memphis-307 MAPLE STREET Madison TN 37115...

Senior Cook (Full Time)

  • Lebanon, TN (19 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, TN (19 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Cumberland University We are hiring immediately for a full time SENIOR COOK position. Address : Cumberland University-1 CUMBERLAND SQUARE. Lebanon, TN 37087 Note: online applications...

Food Service Worker

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, 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/Chef

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

When you work at Clarendale at Bellevue Place, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 1 day ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (10 miles from Old Hickory, TN)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location: Ensworth School - 7401 Tennessee 100, Nashville, Tennessee 37221. Note: online applications accepted only....

Demographic Data for Old Hickory, TN

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Old Hickory, TN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Old Hickory, 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 Old Hickory, 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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