Line Cook Jobs in Norwich, CT

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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Cook - Killingly Intermediate

  • Dayville, CT (24 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dayville, CT (24 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 7 hours ago

Service daily hot lunch line to ensure compliance with portioning, plate presentation and quality guidelines....

Line Cook

  • Westerly, RI (19 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westerly, RI (19 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Between $19.00 and $22.00 Per Hour (Will discuss with applicant) Position range in Rhode Island $15.51 - $20.60 Per hour Line Cook Weekapaug Inn Restaurant, LLC Occupation: Cooks, Restaurant Location...

Pizza Cook $20+

  • Richmond, RI (22 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, RI (22 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Town Pizza Group- 2 locations- RICHMOND, RI AND VOLUNTOWN, CT We are a family owned business with two locations. We treat staff as family with frequent raises, two days off in a row, and provided...

Restaurant Cook 1 (Cook 2) - New Lodge Opening

  • Ledyard, CT (8 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ledyard, CT (8 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Pay: $21.50 per hour At Great Wolf, the Restaurant Cook 1 works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality. The Restaurant Cook 1 prepares food...

Cook-05 Int - 6140

  • New London, CT (14 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • New London, CT (14 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Grills or frys steaks, chops, poultry, pancakes, bacon, sausage, etc., by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required and removing when done....

Food Service Worker. Job in Mystic Gr8Jobs

  • Mystic, CT (13 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mystic, CT (13 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Food Service Worker Masonicare at Mystic Senior Living Community - Mystic, CT 3pm to 7:30pm - 14 hours per week Entry Level Opportunity! No prior experience is required! Masonicare at Mystic is a...

Assisted Living PT Cook

  • Mystic, CT (13 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mystic, CT (13 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Equipment may include a meat slicer, food processor, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwasher, dumb waiter, and warmer cabinets.Assists in establishing a food production line to ensure meals are...

Pizza Cook $18+

  • Voluntown, CT (13 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Voluntown, CT (13 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Town Pizza Group- 2 locations- RICHMOND, RI AND VOLUNTOWN, CT We are a family owned business with two locations. We treat staff as family with frequent raises, two days off in a row, and provided...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Pomfret, CT (24 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pomfret, CT (24 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 6 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....

KFC Cook

  • Westerly, RI (19 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Westerly, RI (19 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 7 days ago

We offer early wage access through Tapcheck so you can cash out on your wages before payday!** At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals...

Cook - Behavioral Health

  • Central Village, CT (15 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Central Village, CT (15 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Description Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 40 Job Shift: Shift 1 Shift Details: Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one...

Grill Cook (Part Time)

  • Windham, CT (10 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Windham, CT (10 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Location: We are hiring immediately for a part time GRILL COOK position. Address : East Conn St - 83 Windham Street, Windham, CT 06280. Note: online applications accepted only....

Pizza Cook

  • Mashantucket, CT (8 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (8 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 12 days ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Cook - Part Time

  • North Stonington, CT (12 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • North Stonington, CT (12 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities Are you caring, compassionate and hardworking? Our facility can provide a place for you to thrive and continue your professional development. Stonington Institute, a division of...

Night Cook (Seasonal)

  • Waterford, CT (13 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Waterford, CT (13 miles from Norwich, CT)
  • 12 days ago

We are hiring immediately for seasonal NIGHT COOK positions. Location : Dominion Millstone - Millstone Power Station, Waterford, CT 06385. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Norwich, CT

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Norwich, CT 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 Norwich, CT
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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