Line Cook Jobs in Valley Center, 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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Chef/Cook needed ASAP

  • Oceanside, CA (19 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, CA (19 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 1 day 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....

Cook

  • Escondido, CA (11 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Escondido, CA (11 miles from Valley Center, 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...

Cook 2 - Vue

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

Line Cook

  • Escondido, CA (11 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Escondido, CA (11 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 3 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 (19 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (19 miles from Valley Center, 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 (19 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (19 miles from Valley Center, 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 Valley Center, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Poway, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 4 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 Cocinero $20 plus TIPS

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

Naked Cafe is seeking a quick and efficient line cook for high volume kitchen. We are a breakfast and lunch cafe. Must have breakfast experience....

Vue Cook 2

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

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

Grill Cook

  • San Marcos, CA (11 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (11 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Cook 1 Lead-Cook- BQTS - JC Golf

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

COOK 1 LEAD-COOK- BQTS - JC GOLF CARLSBAD, CA JC Golf is looking for passionate individuals to join our team who are interested in sharing their unrivaled love for hospitality and golf with our...

Buffet - Cook I

  • Valley Center, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Valley Center, CA
  • 5 days ago

Strive for picture perfect plate presentation. Perform other duties as assigned by management....

Buffet - Associate Cook

  • Valley Center, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Valley Center, CA
  • 5 days ago

Strive for picture perfect plate presentation. Perform other duties as assigned by management....

Cook I

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

Job Title : Cook I Full-Time : Must be able to work weekends Starting at $19.30 - $21.70/hr. LOTS of Opportunity in a Stable & Beautiful work environment. Fulltime Benefits include PTO, Holidays,...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Valley Center, CA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Valley Center, 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 Valley Center, 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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