Line Cook Jobs in Baldwin City, KS

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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Breakfast Cook - FT- Mornings Experience Required

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 20 hours ago

Aberdeen Village Apply Online at Inquire with our office at ... Starting at $16.50 an hour PLUS Weekend Differential with our PREMIUM PAY PLAN! Additional Pay based upon experience! Excellent...

Cook

  • Lawrence, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrence, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare different types of food using varies methods such as braise, broil, simmer, bake, fry, steam, stew, and grill....

Culinary Specialist - Olathe, KS

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 1 day ago

This is a professional sales position responsible for growing new business with the expectation of achieving assigned business goals while enhancing the customer experience. This will be...

KU Baseball Hoglund Park Kitchen Assistant 4.17.25 10 AM to 5 PM

  • Lawrence, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 2 days ago

EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS OF LAWRENCE KANSAS are seeking kitchen prep assistants for a great venue in Lawrence Kansas Do you like to prepare food, know your way around a kitchen and want to...

Child Care Center Cook

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 3 days ago

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know...

Kitchen Assistant

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 4 days ago

About This Role K-State Olathe is looking for an individual to join the Food Programs and Services team as the Kitchen Assistant. The Kitchen Assistant works directly with the Manager, Food...

Grill Cook

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Hy-Chi Department Cook

  • Lawrence, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Bilingual Preferred - Mandarin - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a...

Dietary Cook - Part-Time

  • Eudora, KS (9 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Eudora, KS (9 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for full-time and/or part-time cooks to round out our kitchen staff! We offer: Competitive salaries! Benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage! 401(k) with company...

Weekend Warrior Cook $24.50hr Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon (Full Time)

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 8 days ago

After spending 14 years in healthcare, I finally found my home with Arrow Senior Living. Its home-like environment is not just for the residents but for the team members as well. From day one you...

Cook $18-21.50 10a-6p Sun/Mon (Part Time)

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 9 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 9 days ago

After spending 14 years in healthcare, I finally found my home with Arrow Senior Living. Its home-like environment is not just for the residents but for the team members as well. From day one you...

Grill Cook

  • Baldwin City, KS
  • 9 days ago
  • Baldwin City, KS
  • 9 days ago

Successful Grill Cooks mu Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window....

Cook - FT Day - Good Samaritan Society - Long Term Care

  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 15 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (23 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 15 days ago

Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers...

Cook

  • Gardner, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 16 days ago
  • Gardner, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 16 days ago

Job Description 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...

Line Cook

  • Lawrence, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (16 miles from Baldwin City, KS)
  • 17 days ago

The line cook duties include: Maintains food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils; Manages sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas; Reads food orders and/or receives verbal...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Baldwin City, KS

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Baldwin City, KS 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 Baldwin City, KS
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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