Line Cook Jobs in Athens, AL

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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Line Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Come join the Outback Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Line Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Line Cook in AL - Madison - #40 (380 Town Madison Blvd) LINE COOK J. Alexander's Restaurant is a contemporary American restaurant, known for its daily scratch made wood-fired cuisine....

Grill Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Grill Cook in AL - Madison - #40 (380 Town Madison Blvd) NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: GRILL COOK J....

Cook

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Role: Cook Pay Rate: 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...

FN Cook, PRN, Days

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 17 days ago

Overview Job Summary: The primary purpose of the Cook/Prep Cook/Baker/Salad Prep position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines...

Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 19 days ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Cook to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality,...

HOH Line Cook

  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

The line cook is required to reach with hands and arms. The line cook must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds....

FN Cook - Madison Hospital Dining Food Catering - FT - Shift Varies

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Performs all functions in relationship to preparing all foods for meal service for patients and cafeteria. This includes breakfast, lunch, supper, all meats, vegetables, modified diets,...

Cook

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

City Center Village Cook in Decatur , Alabama Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the food industry and possess strong culinary...

Line Cook

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Line Cook for Texas Roadhouse, you'll make made-from-scratch Legendary Food for our guests to enjoy....

Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table - At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. It's an...

Cook

  • Madison, AL (21 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (21 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its an...

Grill Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

We offer great restaurant culinary careers for grill cooks (concinero / cocinera / Jefe / Jefa) who have back of house meat butchering, meat prepping, grilling and cooking, chef / kitchen experience...

Line Cook

  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (18 miles from Athens, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: LINE COOKS & PREP COOKS Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay....

Demographic Data for Athens, AL

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Athens, AL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Athens, AL 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 Athens, AL
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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