Line Cook Jobs in Morristown, NJ

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

  • Ledgewood, NJ (11 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ledgewood, NJ (11 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

As a Line Cook, you are a key part of that by creating delicious food for our customers, while getting to work with various cuisines from menus created by our famous Michelin-starred and Celebrity Chefs...

Line Cooks

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Line Cooks (Jersey City) Maxwell Alley compensation: $18-$22 hourly employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook Maxwell Alley, a new project opening this spring in downtown Jersey...

Line Cook

  • Clifton, NJ (19 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (19 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

ROMA RESTAURANT 312 Clifton avenue clifton NJ ROMA RESTAURANT NEEDS LINE COOK FOR A FULL OR PART TIME, expirience is required...

Line Cook - Cocinero

  • Raritan, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Raritan, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Please include a call back number! Cook needed for breakfast 5 days a week 8am-3pm! *Comfortable in a high-paced kitchen setting and using standard kitchen equipment * Breakfast / brunch / lunch...

Line Cook

  • North Bergen, NJ (24 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (24 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

LINE COOK (NORTH BERGEN) LOLITAS MEXICAN CANTINA 8809 RIVER ROAD near GORGE ROAD compensation: HOURLY employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook LINE COOK MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE...

Short Order Cook

  • Chester, NJ (9 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chester, NJ (9 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Customer Service Preparing Food Operating Cash Register Use Equipment such as grill, oven, stove and other appliances...

[Don Chicken] Hiring Line Cook (cocinero de linea)

  • Montville, NJ (11 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montville, NJ (11 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

[Don Chicken] Hiring Line Cook (cocinero de linea) (Pine Brook) Don Chicken Pine Brook 48 Stiles Ln Pine Brook, NJ compensation: $720/Week employment type: job title: Line Cook Location (Ubicacion):...

Line Cook Wanted- Part Time

  • Caldwell, NJ (12 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Caldwell, NJ (12 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Line Cook Wanted- Part Time (West Caldwell) compensation: X employment type: job title: Line cook Looking for a line cook with experience with Italian food. Must have Sautee experience....

Caribbean Cook

  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef that will deliver exceptional culinary experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food service management and a...

Unit Counselor-Food Service Worker (HB532803)

  • Staten Island, NY (23 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Staten Island, NY (23 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

meals served, modifying proper food and portions as needed Set and wait on tables: pick up meal trays after meal period; return trays to the kitchen; strip tray waste into garbage cans Simple stove grill-type...

Quick Hire: Food Service Worker

  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a leader in the food service industry, is seeking a Quick Hire: Food Service Worker to join their team. As a Food Service Worker, you will be part of the culinary team supporting the...

Food Service Worker

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview: The Food Service Worker is responsible to prepare and deliver quality food for patients, visitors and staff, following HACCP standards. Qualifications: Required: Cooking experience...

Experienced Counterperson/kitchen cook of takeout restaurant

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for experienced evening PT counterperson with POS experience / kitchen cook. For counter person position. Candidates must speak basic English and demonstrate honesty and responsibility....

Experienced Line Cook

  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Experienced Line Cook- Full time....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Florham Park, NJ (4 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (4 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Jets Training Center - 1 Jets Drive, Florham Park, NJ 07932. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Morristown, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Morristown, NJ 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 Morristown, NJ
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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