Line Cook Jobs in Herndon, 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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Great American Restaurants

Barbecue Pit Master

Great American Restaurants has an award-winning collection of 14 restaurants, 3 artisan bakeries and a BBQ spot in Northern Virginia and Maryland offering fantastic cuisine and plenty of fun. We...

Line Cook (AM)

  • North Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • North Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 2 hours ago

**Job Overview** To ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks and ensure proper sanitation levels....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Berwyn Heights, MD (24 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Berwyn Heights, MD (24 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

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

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Arlington, VA (16 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (16 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

FISD + We are hiring immediately for full time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. + Location: Bishop O'Connell - 6600 Little Falls Road, Arlington, VA 22213. Note: online applications accepted...

Cook(Full Time)

  • Mc Lean, VA (8 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Mc Lean, VA (8 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 7 hours 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

  • Fairfax, VA (7 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (7 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

Clean assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods...

Cook - Restaurant, Full Time - Bloomie's Mosaic

  • Fairfax, VA (7 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (7 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

About Bloomingdale's makes fashion personal and fun, aspirational yet approachable. Our mission is to guide and inspire our customers to make style a source of creative energy in their lives. We...

Cook III - Washington Hilton

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of line cook experience in an upscale restaurant setting. A hotel background would be preferred! Shift Pattern: variable with mix of AM and PM shifts....

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Arlington, VA (13 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (13 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Bishop O'Connell - 6600 Little Falls Road, Arlington, VA 22213. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

Requirement : Previous cook experience, following recipes, utilizing knife skills, and sanitation experience are preferred but not required. Pay Rate: $22.55 per hour. We Make Applying Easy!...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 17 hours 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....

Line Cook

  • North Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • North Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Overview To ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks and ensure proper sanitation levels....

Cook - Sports & Social Washington

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 18 hours ago

Sports & Social is bringing the ultimate fan experience to Washington, DC. Don’t miss a moment of the action with a huge media wall, and over 20 HDTVs! We’re raising the sports bar with big eats,...

Cook - Sports & Social Bethesda

  • Bethesda, MD (15 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (15 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 18 hours ago

Sports & Social Bethesda is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in the Pike & Rose Development. The 7,700-square-foot location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch...

Food Service Worker Dietary Part Time Varied Shifts

  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (19 miles from Herndon, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S....

Demographic Data for Herndon, VA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Herndon, VA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Herndon, VA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.1%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
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 Herndon, 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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