Line Cook Jobs in Aliso Viejo, CA

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 I Floater

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

DO NOT ATTACH A DRIVER'S LICENSE, DMV RECORDS OR ANY FORMS OF IDENTIFICATION. If you attach a driver's license or any document with a photo of yourself and/or indicating your age, your application...

Food Service Worker I

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

DO NOT ATTACH A DRIVER'S LICENSE, DMV RECORDS OR ANY FORMS OF IDENTIFICATION. If you attach a driver's license or any document with a photo of yourself and/or indicating your age, your application...

Senior Food Service Worker, La Habra High School

  • Fullerton, CA (22 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fullerton, CA (22 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

The Fullerton Joint Union High School District (FJUHSD) proudly serves over 13,000 high school students across six comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one alternative...

Kitchen Cook, Helper Needed (Santa Ana)

  • Santa Ana, CA (13 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (13 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

We're a Japanese/Chinese noodle house. We need all positions in the kitchen. The Ad is valid for long term. Having experience is great but we can train. We're looking for long term employees with...

Cook 3 - Knotts Hotel

  • Buena Park, CA (24 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Buena Park, CA (24 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Six Flags Cook 3 - Knott's Hotel in BUENA PARK , California Overview: $21.00 / hour Cook 3 is responsible for preparing menu items in accordance with recipes and production procedures. Age...

Grill Cook

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Team Member | Cook | Prep Cook | Grill Cook | Prep Crew | Line Cook | Customer Service | Restaurant | Part Time | Full Time | Team Member...

Cook

  • Mission Viejo, CA (9 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (9 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Under general supervision prepares/serves quality food in appropriate quantities and in a timely manner for patients, employees, staff, and visitors in accordance with established recipes and...

Sandwich Artist

  • Tustin, CA (11 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (11 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

All Postions Available for Front of House / Kitchen Staff

  • Tustin, CA (11 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (11 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Servers - Start $21/hr + Benefits Cooks - Start $25/hr + Benefits Dishwashers - Start $22/hr + Benefits Baja Fish Tacos - Now Hiring We are accepting applications for all positions for our Tustin...

FT Grill Cook: Mon-Fri No Nights, No Weekends, No Holidays

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Full time Grill Cook needed for a corporate dining facility in Corona. Hours are 5:30/6:00am - 2:30/3:00pm. Benefits include paid sick leave, vacation and holiday pay....

PT Cook

  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At Integral Senior Living & Solstice Senior Living, we believe in delivering the highest quality lifestyles for our residents! To achieve this, we believe in recruiting and developing the senior...

Food Service Worker Per Diem

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities COME JOIN THE TEAM! Food Service Worker Per Diem Food Service Worker located at CRMC Hospita l in Corona, CA Reporting to the Director of Nutritional Services this position...

Line Cook, Naples Ristorante

  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The opportunity Delaware North's Patina Restaurant Group is searching for part-time Cooks to join our team at Naples Ristorante in Anaheim,...

Line Cook, Leatherby's Cafe Rouge

  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity Delaware North's Patina Restaurant Group is searching for a full-time or part-time Cook to join our team at Leatherby's Cafe Rouge in Costa Mesa, California. As a Cook, you will...

Cook

  • Santa Ana, CA (13 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (13 miles from Aliso Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Cooks are responsible for providing the highest quality food preparation, plate presentation, and prompt service to all residents....

Demographic Data for Aliso Viejo, CA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Aliso Viejo, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Aliso Viejo, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
22.8%
Bachelor's Degree
19.5%
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 Aliso Viejo, CA
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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