Line Cook Jobs in Baytown, TX

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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Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Buffalo Wild Wings
  • Baytown, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 2 hours ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

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Line Cook

  • Longhorn Steakhouse
  • Webster, TX (22 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Webster, TX (22 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 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....

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Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • League City, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • League City, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 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....

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Cook (FT/PT)

  • 12 Oaks Senior Living
  • Baytown, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 2 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Baytown, TX 77521Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeJob Shift: AnyThe Cook prepares and serves nutritious, attractive meals and maintains the cleanliness of the food...

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Cook (P1-4212354-1)

  • Panda Express
  • Baytown, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 4 days ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

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Facility Cook - Deer Park, TX

  • CENIKOR
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Facility Cook - Deer Park, TX Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's Your Why? PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at...

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Lead Line Cook

  • Great Wolf Resorts, Inc.
  • Webster, TX (22 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Webster, TX (22 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Pay: $22 At Great Wolf, the Lead Line Cook works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality....

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Senior Cook

  • Houston Methodist
  • Baytown, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 15 days ago

At Houston Methodist (HM), the Sr Cook position is responsible for the preparation and cooking of entrees, side dishes and other specialty products using the recipe collection provided. In...

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Grill Cook (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • League City, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • League City, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for part time GRILL COOK positions. Location : The Crossing Retirement Community - 225 North Egret Bay Boulevard, League City, TX 77573....

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Cook

  • Compass Connections
  • Baytown, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 21 days ago

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Spanish Academic Requirements: Required High school...

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Cook Full-Time position

  • Morada Senior Living
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 22 days ago

K) with employer matching Paid training Opportunities for advancement Meals and uniforms Employee Assistance Program Responsibilities: Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill...

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Vessel Cook

  • American Commercial Lines LLC
  • Channelview, TX (14 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Channelview, TX (14 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Vessel Cook Company: American Commercial Barge Line Location: Traveling on waterways Job Type: Full-Time Are you a talented and passionate cook ready to embark on an exciting culinary...

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Cook - Part time

  • City Of League City
  • League City, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • League City, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Operate work related machines, tools, and equipment such as grills, fryers, etc. Clean food preparation equipment, work areas, and counters or tables....

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Line Cook - Baytown Chili's

  • Baytown, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Apply Now 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...

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Line Cook - Jacinto City Chili's

  • Jacinto City, TX (22 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jacinto City, TX (22 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Apply Now 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...

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Demographic Data for Baytown, TX

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Baytown, TX

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Baytown, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.5%
Associate's Degree
23.2%
Bachelor's Degree
19.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Line Cooks in Baytown, TX
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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