Line Cook Jobs in Irvine, 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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FT Dietary Cook

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Compensation Range: Starting Pay Rate: $18.00 - 19.00/hourly, DOE Overview: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious...

Food Service Worker, PT Variable Shift

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Performs a variety of tasks associated with the serving of patient meal trays, hot and cold entrees, salads, sandwiches, desserts and supplements. Takes and logs hot and cold food temps on...

Food Service Worker Tres Habaneros Cold Prep, FT Variable Shift

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Performs a variety of tasks associated with the preparation and serving of salads, sandwiches, desserts, supplemental and enteral feedings and snacks using tally sheets and recipes for patients,...

Kitchen Cook, Helper Needed (Santa Ana)

  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 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...

Food Service Worker Storeroom, PT Variable Shift

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Performs a variety of tasks associated with inventory, i.e., ordering, receiving and storage. Ensures all products are rotated per FIFO standards and that all stored products are within expiration...

Cook 3 - Knotts Hotel

  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 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
  • 18 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 18 hours ago

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

Line Cook

  • Irvine, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 21 hours ago

For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: click here Job Summary The Line Cook is responsible for providing guests with exceptional service, quality, and value for the cafe...

Food Service Worker I, 2.0 hours per day

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Little Lake City School District DEFINITION: Under supervision to maintain food service facilities and equipment in a neat, clean, safe and sanitary condition; to assist in the preparation,...

Cook

  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 hours 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 (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 23 hours 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...

Hiring Cook (Mexican Food, Mariscos & Mexican Sushi)

  • Cerritos, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cerritos, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Mexican Grill is a vibrant restaurant specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine, fresh mariscos (seafood), and creative Mexican-inspired sushi....

All Postions Available for Front of House / Kitchen Staff

  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, 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 (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, 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 (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, 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...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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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