Line Cook Jobs in Yelm, 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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Dietary Cook

  • East Olympia, WA (17 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • East Olympia, WA (17 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview 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...

Sandwich Artist

  • Olympia, WA (19 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA (19 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 15 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...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook - Buffalo Wild Wings $16-$35/hr

  • Olympia, WA (19 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA (19 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

Slicing, dicing, cooking, grilling and saucing gives you all kinds of opportunities to utilize your skills....

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Steilacoom, WA (21 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Steilacoom, WA (21 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 17 hours ago

Senior Cook Location: STEILACOOM - Steilacom High School - 51955001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays morning shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type:...

Senior Cook

  • Steilacoom, WA (21 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Steilacoom, WA (21 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: STEILACOOM - Steilacom High School - 51955001 Location ID: 51955001_7 Senior Cook Location: STEILACOOM - Steilacom High School - 51955001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning...

Food Service Worker - Server or Cashier - 20262215

  • Lakewood, WA (23 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakewood, WA (23 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Application Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Hourly Wage Range - $25.86/hr - $27.21/hr Hours per Day...

Preschool Cook

  • Graham, WA (13 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Graham, WA (13 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Paid time off Training & development Are you passionate about working with preschool children? The Learning Experience seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic...

Line Cook - Breakfast Part-Time

  • Fircrest, WA (24 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fircrest, WA (24 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Line Cooks can also be utilized in our snack bar, on the patio, or in the cabana....

Line Cook

  • Olympia, WA (19 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (19 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Hiring Range: $17.29-$19.67 Line Cook Full Compensation Range: $17.29-$22.91 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant....

Breakfast Cooks Needed

  • Puyallup, WA (24 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (24 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Meridian Cafe is looking for Breakfast Cooks for our busy kitchen. Experience is helpful and we are willing to train. Full and part time hours available. Weekends and holidays are a must. Starting...

Cook Wanted

  • Lakewood, WA (23 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (23 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Were hiring an experienced cook who can hold down the line and the kitchen solo. If youve got solid skills, a strong work ethic, and take pride in putting out great food consistentlyread on. This...

Line Cook - Trappers Sushi

  • Puyallup, WA (24 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (24 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Line Cook - Trapper's Sushi Trapper's Sushi Puyallup Puyallup, WA, USA 3 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Trapper's Sushi is looking to grow our team by adding a new Line Cook...

Market Line Cook

  • Olympia, WA (19 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (19 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description Pay | $19 ~ $26/hr ( $17 - $21/hr base plus hourly bonus avg ) Title | Market Line Cook Hours | Part-Time / Full-Time Status | Seasonal (Through October, 2025...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Lacey, WA (18 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (18 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 10 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time GRILL COOK positions. Location : Bon Appetit at Saint Martin's University - 5000 Abbey Way Southeast, Lacey, WA 98503....

Food Service Worker NA-02

  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (13 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (13 miles from Yelm, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Performs a variety of tasks having several steps or a sequence of tasks that requires attention to work operations in a kitchen or dining area following established procedures., Break down and...

Demographic Data for Yelm, WA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Yelm, WA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Yelm, WA 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 Yelm, 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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