Line Cook Jobs in Brentwood, 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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Culinary Specialist

  • Stockton, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 9 days ago

As a Culinary Specialist, you'll cook meals and work alongside chefs to prepare meals comparable to any major restaurant, so that Soldiers can sit down and enjoy a hot meal in between training or...

Line Cook - Antioch Chili's

  • Antioch, CA (7 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Antioch, CA (7 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 hours 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...

Food Service Worker (6 hours)

  • Mountain House, CA (12 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mountain House, CA (12 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Required Attachments for External Applicants: -Resume -Letter of interest 1 Professional Reference Required Attachments for Internal Applicants: -Letter of Interest Requirements / Qualifications...

Classified: Food Service Worker - Williams Middle School, Job #3079, Bilingual preferred, not required

  • Tracy, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tracy, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Minimum Requirements: -Completed Edjoin Application. -Must pass District's Food Service Worker exam. If selected, you will be contacted to schedule an appointment to complete the exam. Applicants...

Classified: Food Service Worker - Kimball High School, Job #3078, Bilingual preferred, not required

  • Tracy, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tracy, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Tracy Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Minimum Requirements:-Completed Edjoin Application.-Must pass District's Food Service Worker exam. If selected, you will be...

Line cook

  • Danville, CA (11 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Danville, CA (11 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Line cook (danville / san ramon) Santorini Restaurant 105A Town And Country Drive compensation: $21-$23 per hour employment type: job title: Line cook We need someone to have experience with Mediterranean...

Back-of-House Kitchen Assistant Mimis Chocolates (Dublin, CA)

  • Dublin, CA (15 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dublin, CA (15 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Part-time | 20/hr 3 days/week | Shifts between 6AM12PM, 8AM-2PM Mimis Chocolates is hiring! Were a soulful, high-standard dessert shop looking for a reliable, early-rising, detail-oriented kitchen...

Lead Food Service Worker I @ Sun Terrace Elementary #2319

  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 1 day ago

CLASS TITLE : Lead Food Service Worker I REPORTS TO : Supervisor, Food & Nutrition Services Work Length:.875 FTe (193 days ) TEAMSTERS To see what a Food Service Worker does watch this video!...

Cocineros/Cooks

  • Stockton, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Estamos contratando cocineros(a) y preparadores,para trabajar por la manana en breakfast y lunch. Abrimos de 7:00 am a 3:00 pm Interesados favor de mandar mensaje de texto a este numero ...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Lafayette, CA (20 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lafayette, CA (20 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Location Name: LAFAYETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT - 45512001 Location ID: 45512001 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: LAFAYETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT - 45512001 Workdays/shifts : Varying...

Cook

  • Stockton, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 days ago

stove tops and grills etc....

Food & Nutrition Services Cook/Baker Holbrook Language Academy #2097

  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Mt. Diablo Unified School District Food & Nutrition Services Cook/Baker To be considered for the position you will need to complete the Food & Nutrition Service test. You will receive an...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Pleasanton, CA (18 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (18 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Cook I

  • San Ramon, CA (17 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (17 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Pizza Maker

  • Stockton, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stockton, CA (24 miles from Brentwood, CA)
  • 3 days ago

un pizza maker pizza compensation: top dollars employment type: experience level: mid level job title: pizza maker pizza maker hire full time near stockton area OK for recruiters to contact this...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Brentwood, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Brentwood, 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 Brentwood, 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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