Line Cook Jobs in Idaho

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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Deli Cook

Keep our grab & go stocked and fresh What You Bring Team spirit and a can-do attitude Open to feedback and always growing Safe knife skills and food handling know-how Able to follow recipes and read...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Malad City, ID
  • 45+ days ago
  • Malad City, ID
  • 45+ days ago

Role: Food Service Worker Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents...

Line Cook

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 hour ago

The line cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the kitchen's pantry, fry station, grill, broiler and saute areas....

Sandwich Artist

  • Boise, ID
  • 8 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 8 hours ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Line Cook

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 11 hours ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 11 hours ago

As a Line Cook, you'll help to provide each customer with an awesome dining experience in the restaurant, through your passion and commitment to prepare food at its best....

Cook, Senior- DJC

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 11 hours ago

Description State of Idaho Opportunity Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. The Idaho Department of Juvenile...

Grill Cook

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 20 hours ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 20 hours ago

The grill is kept clean at all times and the flow ofmeals on the grill is managed effectively.Key Responsibilities:- Ability to grill and work around high heat- Ability to interact positively with each...

Cook

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 20 hours ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 20 hours ago

This job was posted by : For more information,please see: be able to cook on oven, saut, char broiler, gridle, fryers, etc.Be self-motivated, hardworking and reliable....

Cook

  • Mountain Home, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain Home, ID
  • 1 day ago

Overview Overview: Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we! We foster an environment that embraces our employees' unique strengths, experiences and perspectives which drive our...

Cook-Assisted Living

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 1 day ago

Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner. Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Ability to follow prepared...

Line Cook

  • Ponderay, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Ponderay, ID
  • 1 day ago

un Line Cook (Sandpoint) Cafe 95 image 1 of 1 1109 Fontaine Dr compensation: Hourly + Tips employment type: job title: Line Cook We have a Part Time Line Cook position open at Cafe 95 in Ponderay Idaho...

Line Cook

  • Ponderay, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Ponderay, ID
  • 1 day ago

We have a Part Time Line Cook position open at Cafe 95 in Ponderay Idaho. This is for breakfast and lunch shifts. Excellent pay! Experience preferred....

Food Service Worker PRN Rotating Shift

  • Nampa, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 1 day ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Position Purpose: Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Nampa, ID is hiring a Food Service Worker to support the Food and...

Grill Cook

  • Meridian, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 2 days ago

Grill Cook shifts vary from week to week depending on customer traffic & time of year....

Cook

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 2 days ago

at Elior North America in Pocatello, Idaho, United States Job Description Cook Job Reference Number: 29750 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: Idaho...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Idaho

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Idaho offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
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 Idaho
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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