Line Cook Jobs in Seattle, WA

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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Part Time Line Cook

  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

Part time Night cook for small Family Owned Bar Must be able to move quick, know how to prepare a wide variety of food. This will be pizzas, sandwiches, steaks, salads, burgers. Must be able to...

Sandwich Artist

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Breakfast Cook

  • Tukwila, WA (4 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA (4 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 hours ago

Additional Information Part-Time, Weekly Pay, Day Shift, Travel discounts Job Number 25072998 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Courtyard Seattle Southcenter, 400 Andover Park...

Pantry Cook

  • Woodway, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Woodway, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 12 hours ago

Job Duties: Prepares all cold food items including appetizers, desserts, sandwiches, and salads in strict adherence to recipe and plate presentation specification....

Cook - Intermediate Line - Water%27s Table

  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 13 hours ago

Anintermediate line cook requires good communication and culinary skills. The desired cook candidate will have hotel cooking experience and a culinary degree....

Lead Line Cook-Eight Restaurant

  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 14 hours ago

Regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Ensure proper presentation, maximum appeal, and freshness of products....

Culinary Tidal AM Cook 1 ($26.80/hour)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 hours ago

This team-oriented entry level line cook position requires good communication skills and strong teamwork. Previous experience in culinary (prep) and/or food & beverage is valued....

Restaurant BOH - Line Cook

  • Newcastle, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newcastle, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

As the Line Cook at The Golf Club at Newcastle, you will work in view of guests to prepare dishes and service patrons with a friendly demeanor and a clean, tidy, and organized manner....

Line Cook (Seasonal)

  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

As the Line Cook at Washington National Golf Club, you will work in view of guests to prepare dishes and service patrons with a friendly demeanor and a clean, tidy, and organized manner....

Lead Cook (Full-Time)

  • Newcastle, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newcastle, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

As the Lead Cook at The Golf Club at Newcastle; Calcutta Grill, under the supervision of the Chef, you will perform routine duties associated with all aspects of the kitchen....

Cook (Part-Time)

  • Mukilteo, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Mukilteo, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

cook, banquet cook, restaurant cook, or prep cook....

Banquets BOH - Line Cook

  • Newcastle, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newcastle, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

As the Banquet Line Cook at The Golf Club at Newcastle, you will work in view of guests to prepare dishes and service patrons with a friendly demeanor and a clean, tidy, and organized manner....

Cook's Helper (40 hrs/wk)

  • Kirkland, WA (7 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Kirkland, WA (7 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 21 hours ago

Operates, safely and accurately, a variety of commercial food service equipment, including knives, slicer, thermometers, measuring utensils, scales, toaster, food warmer, mixer, blender, grill, fryer...

Child Care Cook

  • Kirkland, WA (7 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kirkland, WA (7 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Child Care Cook Bring your cooking talents and kitchen management skills to work each day as a Cook at our Kirkland Bright Horizons. Youll lead planning menus, preparing meals, and helping track...

Line Cook - Mukilteo, WA

  • Mukilteo, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mukilteo, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Brewery & Alehouse 621 Front Street, Mukilteo, WA 98275 Neighboring Communities: Lynnwood, WA Everett, WA Marysville, WA Keywords: Cook, Line Cook, BOH, Prep Cook, Brewpub, 98275, 98204, 98203, 98026...

Demographic Data for Seattle, WA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Seattle, WA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Seattle, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
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 Seattle, WA
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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