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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McMenamins SIX ARMS is hiring LINE COOKS!

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

McMenamins SIX ARMS is now hiring Line Cooks!...

McMenamins QUEEN ANNE is hiring LINE COOKS

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

McMenamins Queen Anne is now hiring Line Cooks!...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Mountlake Terrace, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Mountlake Terrace, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

We have an opening for a full time COOK position. Location: Premera - 7001 220th Street Southwest, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Food Service Worker 1 (Multiple Roles)

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

FOOD SERVICE WORKER 1 As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative...

Line Cook - Trapper's Sushi

  • Covington, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Covington, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 20 hours ago

Trapper's Sushi is looking to grow our team by adding a new Line Cook to our team!...

Thai Specialty Cook

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Thai Specialty Cook JPLS Greenlake LLC - Seattle, WA Posted: 5/19/2025 - Expires: 8/17/2025 Job ID: 289235437 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description Were...

Line Cook

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Line Cook Arthur's arthursseattle KITCHEN PART-TIME 23/HR + TIPS SEATTLE Part-time evening line cook position available We are looking for Line Cooks to join our team--self-motivated, fun, hard-working...

Line Cook

  • Seatac, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seatac, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 20 hours ago

Line Cook Seattle-Ta International Airport portseattle/sea-tac KITCHEN FULL-TIME 28/HR SEATAC Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards....

Pizza Line Cook

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Pizza Line Cook Via Tribunali viatribunali/queen-anne KITCHEN PART-TIME 21-24/HR + TIPS SEATTLE Queen Anne Via Tribunali is seeking a part time pizza cook Via Tribunali serves traditional Neapolitan...

Part-Time Line Cook

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

We're currently hiring a part-time line cook for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings to support our 3pm 9pm dinner service....

Hiring Experienced Cooks

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

HIRING EXPERIENCED COOKS HUSHY'S SANDWICHES NEW CONCEPT hushyssandwiches KITCHEN FULL-TIME 21-25/HR + TIPS SEATTLE Line cooks for new sandwich shop!...

Cook position

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

Cook position Vovina vovina.net KITCHEN PART-TIME 20/HR + TIPS KIRKLAND Great job on the water in Kirkland We are located in the Kirkland marina and offerpetitive wages, tip-, shift meals, and an...

Experienced Line Cook for Weekends

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Experienced Line Cook for Weekends Salumi salumideli KITCHEN PART-TIME 20.76/HR + TIPS SEATTLE Looking for weekend workers! Burnt out from fine-dining? Have passions outside of work?...

Barista + Cook

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Barista + Cook Westman's Bagel and Coffee - UDistrict westmansbagel KITCHEN FULL-TIME 20.76/HR SEATTLE We're Hiring: Barista + Cook at Westmans Bagels & Coffee (Seattle, WA) Westman s Bagels is...

Pizza Cook

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Pizza Cook Big Marios Capitol Hill KITCHEN PART-TIME 23-33/HR + TIPS SEATTLE Big Mario's Capitol Hill is hiring part-time staff members for the pizza maker position. We are looking for fun loving...

Demographic Data for Seattle, WA

Moving to Seattle, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Seattle, WA below.


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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Seattle, WA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Seattle, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
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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