Line Cook Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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 Cooks--Sugar Salt Sand

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 20 hours ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 20 hours ago

Sugar Salt Sand is seeking experienced Line Cooks....

Cook for Sports Bar and Grill

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Our well established sports bar and grill menu includes excellent American and Mexican cuisine with a local consistent following....

Line Cook

  • Johnstown, CO (20 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnstown, CO (20 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Come join the Bonefish Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Cook Senior Living Community No Late Nights

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 4 days ago

Cook, Full Time or Part Time Pay Range: $19.00 - $22.00 Non-exempt Schedule will be flexible. Successful candidate must be open to working weekends. Make a difference by providing great care and...

Pizza Cook

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 4 days ago

Cook Requirements: High-volume line cook experience preferred. Valid state accredited food safety and handling certification....

Kitchen Assistant - Part time

  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Kitchen Assistant - Part time JobID: 4916 Position Type: Nutrition Services Date Posted: 2/28/2025 Location: District Nutrition Services Department Date Available: 2024/25 School Year Closing...

Cook - Full Time

  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers...

Cook Part-Time Colorado State University

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 5 days ago

Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens....

Cook Part-Time Blue Arena

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Responsible for operating large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and ovens....

Golf course cooks, dishwasher/prep

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 6 days ago

Mackenzie's Pub & Grill at Southridge golf course is hiring line cooks and dishwasher/prep cooks for spring/summer/fall season....

Cook

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 8 days ago

City, State: Loveland, Colorado The purpose of a COOK is to cook and serve food and/or beverages to guests according to hotel brand standards and in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver...

Line Cook - Rock Bottom Rest and Brewery

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 11 days ago

Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and fryers. Season and cook food according to recipes or specification. Substitute for or assist other cooks during peak business periods....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Loveland, CO (6 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (6 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 11 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Hach Water - 5600 Lindbergh Drive, Loveland, CO 80538. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

Breakfast Cook / Day Prep

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 12 days ago

Job Title: Breakfast Cook / Day Prep Department: Kitchen Reports To: Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager Prepared Date : 04/07/2025 SUMMARY : The person in this position assists in the daily...

Cook

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 14 days ago

*Please note the restaurant team member position could fall in line with these types of positions: crew, cashier, cook, line cook, prep cook, dishwasher, server, host, drive-thru, customer service,...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Fort Collins, CO 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 Fort Collins, CO
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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