Line Cook Jobs in Bettendorf, IA

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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Line Cook/Dishwasher

  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 20 hours ago

Line Cook/Dishwasher American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Line Cook/Dishwashers to our shipboard team for the 2025 season on America's rivers....

Kitchen Assistant

  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Operate grill, broiler, or deep-fat fryer to prepare specific fast foods. Maintain, clean, and sanitize kitchen and cafeteria workstations....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Guest Food Service Worker

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 7 days ago

Hours: Varies for breakfast and lunch. This position is on an as needed basis. Salary: $10.50 per hour Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work at a fast pace. Must have good math skills. Looking...

Market Grille Cook

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 8 days ago

Equipment Used to Perform Job: Grill, toaster, coffee machine, fryer, flat top stove, oven, steamer, chopper, hot case, kitchen utensils, knives, stove, chicken roaster, can opener, and C.A.R.S. reordering...

Cook

  • Silvis, IL (5 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Silvis, IL (5 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Essential Job Duties: Cook, prepare, and package food product pursuant to operational and quality standards Operate dresser, front swamp, back swamp, grill, and food prep stations as assigned Comply...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Silvis, IL (5 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Silvis, IL (5 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 10 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : MercyOne Genesis Silvis - 801 Illini Drive, Silvis, IL 61282 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Line Cook - Part-time

  • Silvis, IL (5 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Silvis, IL (5 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 15 days ago

fulfill tasks assigned by Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Lead Cook which may include: Breading, freezing, thawing, proofing, baking Preparing meats, seafood, poultry and vegetables for roasting and grilling...

Cook

  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 19 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table - At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. It's an...

Homemaker Cook

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 21 days ago

Learn more about how WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging here! The Summit of Bettendorf, a WellSpire Community for Healthy Living, offers a vibrant lifestyle in the heart of...

Cook-First Shift

  • De Witt, IA (19 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 25 days ago
  • De Witt, IA (19 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 25 days ago

At WellSpire, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a life of continued growth, experience, and meaning - and to pursue joy, regardless of physical, social, or economic...

Production/Cook

  • Milan, IL (13 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Milan, IL (13 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 27 days ago

Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. As a Pizza Hut team member, you can be the smiling...

Line Cook

  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Line Cook for Texas Roadhouse, you'll make made-from-scratch Legendary Food for our guests to enjoy....

Line Cook

  • Rock Island, IL (8 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rock Island, IL (8 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

LINE COOK ROCK ISLAND, IL What we offer: Health, Dental, Vision and other benefits available after 60 days DailyPay 401k Paid Training Paid PTO Referral program Discounts at all Kinseth Hotel Corporation...

Cook

  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Davenport, IA (6 miles from Bettendorf, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

What began as an idea between two brothers to open a Mexican restaurant has since grown into one of the largest, privately held Taco Bell franchisees in America. At Border Foods, we work with a...

Demographic Data for Bettendorf, IA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Bettendorf, IA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Bettendorf, IA 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 Bettendorf, IA
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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