Line Cook Jobs in Bloomingdale, IL

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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Tastes of Bri

Line Cook & Meal Prep Cook

  • Tastes of Bri
  • Cicero, IL (18 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tastes of Bri
  • Cicero, IL (18 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 3 days ago

You will showcase your knife skills and expertise in broiling, frying, sautéing, and sauce making to deliver high-quality dishes to our customers....

Breakfast Line Cook

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Busy family restaurant looking for experienced breakfast line cook. *MUST HAVE At LEAST 2 YEARS Experience in high volume full service breakfast restaurant!!!...

Line Cook

  • Wilmette, IL (20 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Wilmette, IL (20 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Hiring Full-Time Line Cook Positions Background: Michigan Shores Club is a private membership club located on Lake Michigan and a short walk from the...

Cook

  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Cleans assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods...

Cook (Part-time)

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Company Overview Shriners Children's is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. We are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary...

Line Cook (Upscale / Fine Dining)

  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day 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 Team Member/Cook

  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Cook

  • Lincolnshire, IL (18 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (18 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Were hiring people to join our team as LINE COOKS!...

Cook

  • Maple Park, IL (24 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maple Park, IL (24 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Cook Career Opportunity- PRN Recognized for your culinary skills Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a...

Ema - Glenview (1260) is looking for a Line Cook

  • Golf, IL (17 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Golf, IL (17 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Were hiring people to join our team as LINE COOKS!...

Line Cook

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Boka Restaurant is looking for dedicated line cooks....

Cook (Cantonese Style)

  • Burbank, IL (21 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burbank, IL (21 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

at David's Kitchen Inc in Burbank, Illinois, United States Job Description Plan menus and cook Chinese style dishes, dinners, and other food according to traditional or standard Chinese recipes....

Lead Cook - Taste Bar Cafe, Falls - Full Time

  • Oak Brook, IL (13 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (13 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Id : REQ_568384, Title : Lead Cook - Taste Bar Cafe, Falls - Full Time, Category : Merchandising, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...474, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Lead Food Service Worker

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage $20.52 Looking for a better work life balance? Join an amazing organization that puts Veteran's first for an amazing career! The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) located at the Chicago,...

Cook PRN

  • Forest Park, IL (15 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Forest Park, IL (15 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Shape the future of behavioral health care throughout the Forest Park community by joining our extraordinary team at Riveredge Hospital. Bring your compassion, expertise,...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Bloomingdale, IL

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Bloomingdale, IL 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 Bloomingdale, IL
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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