Line Cook Jobs in Sarasota, 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 III

  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Additional Information Pastry Job Number 24216610 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, 1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, Florida, United...

Cook I - Experience

  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station....

Cook III - Entry Level

  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station....

Saute Cook /Experienced Line Cook

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring: Saute Cook /Experienced Line Cook Join Our Growing Restaurant in Bradenton, FL! Are you passionate about Italian cuisine?...

Shore LBK Line Cooks

  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Longboat Key, FL (7 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago

We are offering FT opportunities for Sous Chefs & Line Cooks. We have a generous pay scale, incentives for qualified employees including health, dental and vison....

Cafe Food Service Worker

  • Parrish, FL (19 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parrish, FL (19 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Become a HERO and Never Work Weekends again! We are looking for a School Cafeteria Food Service Worker who is responsible for ensuring and maintaining regular daily operations of the designated...

Cook Full Time Shift Varied

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Clean all worktables, ovens, fryers, grill, steam kettle, refrigerators and stove following the posted cleaning schedule....

Hiring Line Cooks - Rib City

  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 3 days ago

LINE COOK At least 1 year full service kitchen experience required. We open at 11am and close at 9pm, so NO early mornings or late nights!...

Cooks wanted

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Specialty sandwiches, baking, roasting, grill and fry experience. Must be able to follow recipes. $20 per hour day and night shift. Send resume with full name and contact number....

Sautee Cook

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 4 days ago

81555 to download JobStack and get started today Pay Rate: The pay rate for this job is $16 - $16 / hour* What you'll be doing as a Sautee Cook: Prepare meals in a large volume establishment Saute, grill...

Cook

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Role: Cook Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care...

Cooks, Restaurant

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 4 days ago

Family owned and operated, full menu Italian kitchen, seeking experienced cooks, saut, pizza makers. Willing to train the right persons. Positions available for lunch and dinner.Hours of operation...

Daytime Line Cooks: The Grasshopper Tex-Mex Restaurant & Lounge

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 days ago

Tamiami Trl compensation: $15.50-$16.50 employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Daytime Line Cook Daytime Line-Cook. Ask For Dino .... Principals only....

Line Cook

  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a line cook that has talent and skills. We serve only 90-110 people for lunch and do it all in 2-1/2 hours....

Deli - Line Cook - Sandwich - Prep - Full Time - Days

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 6 days ago

Busy restaurant is looking for a Full Time Sandwich Maker. Ideal Candidates pay is $16.00 to start plus one week of vacation after one year & six paid holidays off after 90 days. Aflac insurance...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, 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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