Line Cook Jobs in Ocala, 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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Cook

  • Wildwood, FL (24 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wildwood, FL (24 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Do you have a passion for helping people and want to make a true impact in your next career move? Our cooks are personable and friendly individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented...

Line Cook - Ocala Chili's

  • Ocala, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Kitchen Staff

  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago

Overview: A Hooters Kitchen employee is an integral part of the day-to-day operations at every Hooters restaurant. The Hooters Kitchen employee is responsible for consistently executing all...

Cooks

  • Ocala, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 4 days ago

,cooking meats, fish and poultry by various processes, such as roasting, baking, broiling and/or frying) Assists with training personnel....

Line Cook - Lady Lake Chili's

  • Lady Lake, FL (21 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lady Lake, FL (21 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cook

  • Lady Lake, FL (21 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lady Lake, FL (21 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 9 days ago

To assist in the oversight of daily operations in the kitchen. Works with the Executive Chef to ensure the highest quality food products in accordance with HRA’s standards. This position reports...

Night Cook/Dish

  • The Villages, FL (20 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (20 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Keeps Char Grill clean and scraped to ensure product quality and sanitation....

Cook

  • Ocala, FL
  • 16 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 16 days ago

You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your...

Line cooks Needed

  • Ocala, FL
  • 17 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 17 days ago

un Line cooks Needed (Ocala) Darrell's Diner compensation: $32,00-@45,000 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line cook We are currently hiring line cooks for multiple locations...

Cook

  • Ocala, FL
  • 17 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 17 days ago

Ocala Golf Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Line Cook....

Commissary Cook III

  • Ocala, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 19 days ago

The Cook III position is an entry-level role responsible for basic food preparation tasks. The individual in this role works under close supervision and follows established recipes and guidelines...

Kitchen Staff

  • The Villages, FL (20 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 19 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (20 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 19 days ago

Hooters Management Corporation owns and operates 22 Hooters restaurants in the Chicago and Tampa Bay area and 2 hoots locations. We have more planned in the coming years, including expansion to...

Cook

  • Ocala, FL
  • 23 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 23 days ago

Overview Why You Want to Work Here: We offer weekly pay and competitive wages Flexible scheduling Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week Life insurance, short-term...

Cook

  • Lady Lake, FL (21 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lady Lake, FL (21 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision...

Deli Clerk

  • Ocala, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Earth Fare Team Members At Earth Fare Our Team Members ensure that our customers visit to our store is fulfilling, having had all their questions answered and their shopping needs met. We hope...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Ocala, FL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Ocala, FL 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 Ocala, 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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