Line Cook Jobs in Union, 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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Position Requirements: A minimum of 2-years experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter along with at least 6-months experience in a similar...

Cook

  • New York, NY (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Cook with the Promise Academy...

Cook

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Role: Cook Pay Rate: $19/hour 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...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Lead Cook - Seafood Dept

Requirements High school diploma or GED 2+ years of experience as a prep or line cook Experience leading a kitchen team and cooking in a fast paced retail environment Must be able to speak, read and...

Line Cook

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • moments ago

Details Maison Premiere, critically acclaimed and James Beard Award Winning seafood restaurant and cocktail bar is seeking line cook to join our expanding team....

Breakfast And Lunch Cook

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • moments ago

un breakfast and lunch cook hillvue 1439 ridge rd compensation: above average employment type: experience level: mid level job title: breakfast /lunch cook breakfast and lunch cook Principals...

Third Cook Part Time CHONY Rotating Shifts

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Location New York, New York Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Description: Best-in-Class Culinary Services: Cooks Make It Possible When patients require compassionate, respectful care,...

Food Service Worker

  • Brooklyn, NY (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (15 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Location: 21 Flushing Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205 Availability Requirement for this role: Applying to this requisition allows you to be considered for multiple opportunities. Please provide as much...

Cook Substitute

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station....

Cook - Meadowview Hospital

  • Secaucus, NJ (12 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (12 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Service line to ensure compliance with portioning, plate presentation and quality guidelines....

Food Service Worker - Meadowview Hospital

  • Secaucus, NJ (12 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (12 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares and serves food according to menus and in correct portion sizes as mandated by yield guides. Performs cleaning duties, including sweeping...

Vegetarian Cook - Middle Eastern / Mediterranean

  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Restaurant in East Williamsburg is searching for a cook to join our team ASAP. We are a fully vegetarian, mostly vegan restaurant with a menu made up of sandwiches, hummus, baked falafel,...

Experienced Line cook needed

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

We are looking for team players who have passion for cooking and can maintain an exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have the following qualifications -...

Line Cook/Cashier/Customer Service (late nights as needed )

  • Montclair, NJ (8 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Montclair, NJ (8 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Line Cook Job Type: Full-time Job Summary: We are looking for a motivated and skilled Line Cook to join our kitchen team in a fast-paced environment while ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently...

Line Cook

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Maintain menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation Safely use all kitchen equipment....

Demographic Data for Union, NJ

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Union, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Union, NJ 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 Union, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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