Line Cook Jobs in Alpine, 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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Prep and line cook

  • El Cajon, CA (9 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • El Cajon, CA (9 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Prep and line cook, Mexican food We are open 7am to 12am Experienced cooks only bilingual...

Pastry and Bakery Cook

  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and food prep checklists. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and...

Poway Chinese Restaurant needs cooks/necesita cocineros

  • Poway, CA (22 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Poway, CA (22 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 3 days ago

El restaurante chino Poway necesita cocineros de inmediato. Se requiere experiencia con comida china o asiatica. Tiempo completo o tiempo parcial. Con el tiempo diariamente. 45-50 horas por...

Cook

  • Lakeside, CA (11 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lakeside, CA (11 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Ability to work most stations and utilize equipment safely and efficiently including grills, ovens, fryers, flat tops, broilers and slicers....

Line Cook - Otay Ranch Chili's

  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Pizza Cook

  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Loft94 Lead Cook

  • Jamul, CA (9 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jamul, CA (9 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Exhibit excellent knife skills, classic cuts and sharpening. Assist in operation of other food and beverage venues as needed....

Pizza maker/italian cook

  • El Cajon, CA (9 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (9 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

un Pizza maker/italian cook (east county) n/a compensation: n/a employment type: experience level: mid level job title: pizza maker/italian cook Looking for pizza maker/ Italian food cook. Must...

Pizza maker/italian cook

  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

un Pizza maker/italian cook (south county) n/a compensation: n/a employment type: experience level: mid level job title: pizza maker/italian cook Looking for pizza maker/ Italian food cook. Must...

Pizza Maker

  • La Mesa, CA (16 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (16 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

un pizza maker (LA MESA) n/a compensation: n/a employment type: experience level: mid level job title: pizza maker LOOKING FOR PIZZA MAKER/COOK FOR ITALIAN FOOD. MUST HAVE GOOD EXPERIENCE IN...

Pizza maker/italian cook

  • La Mesa, CA (16 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (16 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

un Pizza maker/italian cook (LA MESA) n/a compensation: n/a employment type: experience level: mid level job title: pizza maker/italian cook Looking for pizza maker/ Italian food cook. Must have...

Gm-Km-Pasta Pizza Cooks-Serves

  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

un GM-KM-PASTA PIZZA COOKS-SERVES (Chulla visit) D'Lish 386 east h street compensation: Depends on experience employment type: job title: Prep Line/Line Cook, Cashier Restaurant GM record of leadership...

Pizza maker

  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

un Pizza maker (CHULA VISTA) compensation: N/A employment type: experience level: mid level job title: pizza maker Looking for pizza maker Must have good experience in pizza making. full time....

Childcare Center Cook- La Petite, Corral Canyon Rd

  • Bonita, CA (19 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bonita, CA (19 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know...

Food Service Worker

  • National City, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • National City, CA (23 miles from Alpine, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Paradise Valley Hospital is the South Bays oldest hospital, the second oldest hospital in all of San Diego County, and the largest employer in National City. For more than 100 years,...

Demographic Data for Alpine, CA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Alpine, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Alpine, 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 Alpine, 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%


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