Line Cook Jobs in Hampton, VA

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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Cook (Bowling Center)

  • Fort Eustis, VA (11 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Eustis, VA (11 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in and knowledge of methods and procedures relating to food preparation and presentation gained in a grill, snack bar, restaurant, club or similar food activity...

Line Cook I

  • Williamsburg, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Amentum is seeking a Line Cook I located in the Williamsburg area of Virginia. The Line Cook assist in preparing food for the day whether breakfast, lunch or dinner....

Restaurant Hiring Fry Cook & Saute Cook

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Local Restaurant Hiring for both full time and part time. Restaurant Experience Mandatory Email must include resume or brief description of work history. Without this we wont be able to move...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Cook

  • Williamsburg, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 4 days ago

City/State Williamsburg, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview: Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in Williamsburg, V A, is hiring a Cook. This is a full time, rotating shift position with...

Cook

  • Newport News, VA (3 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (3 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 5 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table - At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. It's an...

Cook

  • Hampton, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 5 days ago

Role: Cook 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 facility. At HCSG, we are...

Line cook

  • Newport News, VA (3 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (3 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Hiring experienced line cook. Full time available. Must have experience &and Serve safe knowledge Seafood and non seafood items on the menu. Were located in Huntington park by the fishing pier....

Cook

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities One of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily...

Cook LLH

  • Newport News, VA (3 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (3 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Demonstrates the competence to complete prep work including, but not limited to slicing deli meat, chopping vegetables, preparing salads and sandwiches, short order grill cook, specialty pizza prep...

Grill Cook - Chick-fil-A Norfolk State University

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Are you a culinary rockstar with a passion for sizzling flavors and mouthwatering grilled creations?...

Restaurant Cook

  • Suffolk, VA (24 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (24 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 8 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Restaurant Cook will oversee the day to day operation of the grill and food prep in the restaurant....

Line Cook

  • Williamsburg, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Come join the Carrabba's Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Cook I - Full Time

  • Williamsburg, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 11 days ago

In accordance with established recipes and production guidelines; prepares entrees, soups, starch, vegetables, and salads for use in Independent Living, Assisted Living, Healthcare Services, team...

Line Cook

  • Hampton, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 12 days ago

PI274010010 a job alert for this search Line Cook Hampton, Virginia, United States, 23666...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Hampton, VA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Hampton, VA 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 Hampton, VA
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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