Line Cook Jobs in Sparta, WI

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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Food Service Worker

  • Tomah, WI (15 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Tomah, WI (15 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 10 hours ago

Summary Wage Grade 3 Food Service Workers perform tasks with several steps or a sequence of tasks that requires attention to work operations. They follow set procedures in accomplishing repetitive...

Food Service Worker

  • Tomah, WI (15 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tomah, WI (15 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Wage Grade 3 Food Service Workers perform tasks with several steps or a sequence of tasks that requires attention to work operations. They follow set procedures in accomplishing repetitive...

Breafast Cook With Great Hours! at THE BREAKFAST CLUB & PUB

  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 3 days ago

The Breakfast Club & Pub in downtown La Crosse offers a great selection of breakfast items, tot-dishes, burgers, sandwiches, salads, a kid's menu, appetizers and more. Full bar with 16 beers on...

Hy-Chi Department Cook

  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Onalaska, WI (23 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Onalaska, WI (23 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Be a Part of Something Uncommonly Good At Noodles & Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We're hiring restaurant Team Members...

Deli Hotbar Cook

  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 8 days ago

If you have experience in fast food, as a line cook, or in a deli or restaurant setting, or no experience - but a willingness to learn, we'd love to talk with you about the Deli Hot Bar Cook opportunity...

Grill Cook NA-03

  • Fort McCoy, WI
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort McCoy, WI
  • 11 days ago

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Cook

  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 14 days ago

Job Summary: To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and...

Lead Grill Cook (30 hours/week)

  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 15 days ago

Grill Cook - Supporting Action/Task May Include: Prepare food items according to standard operating procedures and customer specifications using a flat top grill, deep fryer and other kitchen equipment...

Food Service - Cook

  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Eagle Crest Communities: Eagle Crest South I (La Crosse, WI) Full-Time Opportunities Full-Time: 80 hours per 2 week pay period Available Shifts: Days of the week may vary and will include varied...

Senior Cook (Full Time)

  • Holmen, WI (23 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Holmen, WI (23 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for a full time SENIOR COOK position. Location : Caretta Senior Living - 2120 Slaphorst Lane, Holmen, WI 54636. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Pizza Hut Cook

  • Black River Falls, WI (18 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Black River Falls, WI (18 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

Wage: $10.00-$12.00 Cook Benefits Include: Weekly Pay Paid Training Casual Uniforms Paid Vacation Flexible Hours Employee Meal Benefit Career Growth Pizza Hut Perks - Discounts for Verizon, AT&T,...

Lead Cook

  • Onalaska, WI (23 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Onalaska, WI (23 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS! Benefits & Perks: Educational Assistance with DeVry University with complimentary laptop Immediate Family Members are also eligible Competitive Pay with Service Award...

Pizza Maker(02001) - 1009 W Wisconsin St

  • Sparta, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sparta, WI
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description No one likes being bored at work, which is why a Domino's job is all about having fun! We live to beat the rush and make it possible to make, bake or take pizzas during the...

Pizza Maker(02005) - 2402 State Rd

  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (21 miles from Sparta, WI)
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description No one likes being bored at work, which is why a Domino's job is all about having fun! We live to beat the rush and make it possible to make, bake or take pizzas during the...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Sparta, WI

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Sparta, WI 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 Sparta, WI
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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