Line Cook Jobs in Carlsbad, 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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Line Cook

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Overview To ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks and ensure proper sanitation levels....

Line Cook - Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Sandpiper is one of the hottest restaurants in SD according to Eater. We are looking for a full time experienced cook to join the team. Great ingredients, wood burning equipment, positive and fun...

Chef/Cook needed ASAP

  • Oceanside, CA (11 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Oceanside, CA (11 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Train and mentor kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, knife skills, and food service practices. Assist in catering events by planning menus and coordinating food service logistics....

Line Chef

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Looking for a line chef in La Jolla. Small, busy kitchen with great staff. Getting busier with summer approaching and have 4-5 shifts to fill. Wednesday- Saturday nights (3-10). Prior experience...

Cook

  • Escondido, CA (16 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Escondido, CA (16 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a...

PM Line Cook - Georges at the Cove

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We have a kitchen team with excellent experience, talent and a positive attitude. If you have a desire to contribute, learn and grow, give us a reply. Full time positions available. Please attach...

Food Service Worker

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 1 day ago

White Sands, a HumanGood life plan community (CCRC) in beautiful La Jolla, CA, is seeking individuals to join our dining services team. As the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living...

Food Service Worker - Health Center

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 1 day ago

White Sands, a HumanGood life plan community (CCRC) in beautiful La Jolla, CA, is seeking individuals to join our dining services team. As the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living...

Cook 2 - Vue

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 2 days ago

Maintain knowledge of traditional knife skills and consistently apply such skills in the kitchen....

Food Service Worker-Dietary-Part Time Varied-Temecula Valley Hospital

  • Temecula, CA (24 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Temecula, CA (24 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities About Temecula Valley Hospital Temecula Valley Hospital (TVH), part of Southwest Healthcare, brings advanced technology, innovative programs, patient-centered and family sensitive...

Garde Manger - Pantry Cook I

  • Valley Center, CA (18 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Valley Center, CA (18 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 2 days ago

WHO WE ARE: Be a member of the winning team at Valley View Casino & Hotel - named one of San Diego's Best Places To Work by the San Diego Business Journal. Valley View is where fun and your future...

Line Cook

  • Escondido, CA (16 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Escondido, CA (16 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 2 days ago

set up work on a timely basis * Maintain steam table items, refrigerated items and dry storage items * Ensure that the kitchen is prepared to operate properly and efficiently during dinner shift * Broil...

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Oceanside, CA (11 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (11 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Do you feel that you have the potential to be a grill master for Texas Roadhouse? Our legendary steaks are our most popular menu item at Texas Roadhouse, and our Broil Cook position is important!...

Line Cook

  • Oceanside, CA (11 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (11 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Do you feel that you have the potential to be a grill master for Texas Roadhouse?...

Poway Chinese Restaurant needs cooks/necesita cocineros

  • Poway, CA (18 miles from Carlsbad, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Poway, CA (18 miles from Carlsbad, 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...

Demographic Data for Carlsbad, CA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Carlsbad, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, 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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