Line Cook Jobs in Lecompton, 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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Kitchen Assistant 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM

  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 21 hours ago

EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS OF LAWRENCE KANSAS has a great opportunity to work with a local small business. This is a 3-day kitchen assistant position in the evening over Easter weekend. Hop...

Cook

  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 2 days ago

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

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

  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 3 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

  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 5 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...

Hy-Chi Department Cook

  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 6 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...

Grill Cook

  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (11 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 6 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...

Dietary Cook - Part-Time

  • Eudora, KS (19 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eudora, KS (19 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 6 days ago

Dietary Cook - Part-Time - Homestead of Eudora Eudora, KS We are looking for full-time and/or part-time cooks to round out our kitchen staff! We offer: Competitive salaries! Benefits, including...

Line Cook

  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 7 days ago

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

Cook

  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 10 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...

Cook

  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 10 days ago

Building Location: Grace Home Nursing Home Department: 3099820 NUTRITION SERVICES - GV SNF Job Description: This position provides high quality appealing and nutritious foods to customers through...

Grill Cook

  • Baldwin City, KS (17 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Baldwin City, KS (17 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 10 days ago

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

Topeka - Cook - Apartments, Full Time

  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 10 days ago

Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of refrigerators, freezers, ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters....

Cook - Cocinero

  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Topeka, KS (14 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 11 days ago

At On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina we celebrate bringing people together! Its our mission to Have Fun, Work Smart, Be the Best, and Make Money....

Dietary Cook

  • Valley Falls, KS (23 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Valley Falls, KS (23 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 13 days ago

Key Job Duties and Responsibilities The Cook prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and...

Kitchen Staff Substitute

  • Scranton, KS (23 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Scranton, KS (23 miles from Lecompton, KS)
  • 13 days ago

Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Work Aids: Dishwasher, Steamer/Kettle, Mixer, Oven, Stove, Fryers, Slicer, Thermometers, Gauges, Knives, Box Cutters, Meal Counting Software, Desktop PCs, Calculator,...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Lecompton, KS

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Lecompton, 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 Lecompton, 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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