Line Cook Jobs in Melbourne, FL

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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Grill Cook

  • Palm Bay, FL (2 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Palm Bay, FL (2 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Melbourne, FL (7 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Melbourne, FL (7 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location : Northrop Grumman Melbourne - 2000 West Nasa Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32904. Note: online applications...

Cook I

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 19 hours ago

Informacion disponible en espanol a continuacion. A Cook is responsible for preparing all food items based on standardized recipes for the Restaurant/Dining Outlet Cafe Room Service Employee...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 2 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....

Experienced NY Style Pizza Maker Wanted

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 2 days ago

Experienced Pizza Makers Needed! Are you a passionate and skilled Pizza Maker with a love for making delicious authentic NY Style Pies? Michelli's would love to hear from you! We're a small busy...

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • Cocoa, FL (21 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cocoa, FL (21 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $13.00 - $17.35 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Line Cook (Upscale / Fine Dining)

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 4 days ago

Line Cook (Upscale / Fine Dining) This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience the moment...

Kitchen staff

  • Indian Harbour Beach, FL (7 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Indian Harbour Beach, FL (7 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 4 days ago

kitchen staff (indian harbour beach) PHILLY'S FINEST CHEESESTEAK & HOGIES hiring kitchen staff NOW HIRING! LOOKING FOR FRIENDLY, RESPONSIBLE, DRUG FREE PEOPLE FOR PART TIME FULL POSITIONS. JOB...

Cook

  • Viera, FL (11 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Viera, FL (11 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Are you looking for a new opportunity to show off your culinary skills? Look no further! We are currently accepting applications for Cooks for our beautiful, assisted living community, Sonata...

Cook, Grill (Full Time)

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 5 days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for a FULL TIME GRILL COOK position. Location: Northrop Grumman Melbourne-2000 W Nasa Blvd. Melbourne FL 32904 FL Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook, Grill (Full Time)

  • Melbourne, FL (7 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (7 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a FULL TIME GRILL COOK position. Location : Northrop Grumman Melbourne-2000 W Nasa Blvd. Melbourne FL 32904 FL Note: online applications accepted only....

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Rockledge, FL (16 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockledge, FL (16 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Line Cook - Broil/Grill Location Rockledge, Florida, 32955 Category Restaurant Team Member Job Type Part Time Location Rockledge, Florida, 32955 Category Restaurant Team Member Job Type Part Time At...

Experienced Morning Cook Wanted

  • Cocoa Beach, FL (17 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cocoa Beach, FL (17 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 5 days ago

un Experienced Morning Cook Wanted (Cocoa Beach) Pig & Whistle compensation: starting $18 Pay based on experience employment type: job title: Cook Wanted Pig & Whistle Cocoa Beach is looking for...

Dietary Cook

  • Merritt Island, FL (13 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Merritt Island, FL (13 miles from Melbourne, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blender, mixer, fryer, slicer, steamer, food processor, convection oven, stove, conventional oven, steam table and tilt skillet....

Cook/Cashier

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 7 days ago

Responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving food at University dining areas. The position is typically in our quick service, grocery or snack bar operations and is accountable for following...

Demographic Data for Melbourne, FL

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Melbourne, FL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Melbourne, FL 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 Melbourne, FL
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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