Line Cook Jobs in Brea, 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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Lead Food Service Worker

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Lead Food Service Worker Location Samaritan Medical Center 830 Washington Street, Watertown, NY 13601 Department: 01.8311 Dietary Position Category: Entry Employment Type: Full time Shift(s):...

Cook - Part-Time Regular - Varied Shift - 8hr ICH

  • Covina, CA (11 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Covina, CA (11 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Current Emanate Health Employees - Please log into your Workday account to apply** Everyone at Emanate Health plays a vital role in the care we deliver. No matter what department you belong to,...

Line Cook

  • Orange, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Orange, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Line Cook We build jobs that advance into lifelong careers. Start crafting yours today. You give your all to delight our Guests, we serve up the ingredients for you to live your best life....

Restaurant Cook 2

  • Garden Grove, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Pay: $22.55 per hour At Great Wolf, the Restaurant Cook 2 works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality. The Restaurant Cook 2 prepares food...

Food Outlet Cook

  • Garden Grove, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Pay: $20.50 per hour At Great Wolf, the Outlet Cook works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality. The Outlet Cook prepares food for guests...

Restaurant Cook 1

  • Garden Grove, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Pay: $21.55 per hour At Great Wolf, the Restaurant Cook 1 works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality. The Restaurant Cook 1 prepares food...

Cook

  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (14 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Flexible schedule Free meal while working, 50% discount when dining Quality training and development What You'll Do: As a line cook at Islands, you will: Prepare quality food for our guests to Islands...

FOOD SERVICE WORKER I (various sites)

  • Whittier, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Whittier, CA (9 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Description / Essential Elements: Print ESSENTIAL DUTIES Under supervision, to maintain food service facilities and equipment in a neat, clean, safe and sanitary condition; to assist in the...

Food Service Worker I Floater

  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 19 hours 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...

Line Cook

  • Pasadena, CA (20 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA (20 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

We are looking for dedicated individuals that want to grow with a dynamic growing, restaurant group We are interested in an experienced Line Cooks and Pasta Cooks....

Pantry Line Cook

  • Tustin, CA (13 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (13 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Must have advanced knife skills, able to make vinaigrettes & basic sauces, candied nuts, gelato, pizelle, sandwiches & salads....

Line Cook Needed

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Shenanigans Irish Pub is a full service restaurant looking for experienced line cooks for day shifts and night shifts (Full or part-time)....

Line Cook

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago

LINE COOK This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience the moment they walk through our...

Grill Cook

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Cook- Bel Vista Health care

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Brea, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner. Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Ability to follow prepared...

Demographic Data for Brea, CA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Brea, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Brea, CA 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 Brea, 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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