Line Cook Jobs in Santa Fe, NM

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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Cook

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago

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 facility. At...

Rooftop Bar - Seasonal Line Cook

  • Tesuque, NM (5 miles from Santa Fe, NM)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tesuque, NM (5 miles from Santa Fe, NM)
  • 5 days ago

Starting at $18, Seasonal Position - May to October Property Location: 828 Paseo de Peralta - Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 You belong at Drury Hotels. Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a...

Cook I

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 hours ago

Company Description Settled more than 150 years ago by Bishop Jean Baptiste Lamy, this iconic Santa Fe landmark is steeped in history and has undergone a sensitive restoration to preserve its...

Line Cook

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 13 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 13 hours ago

Joseph Wrede of Joseph's Culinary Pub is looking for a full time Line Cook. Applicant should have at least 3 years experience in a fast paced kitchen environment....

PM Line Cook

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 days ago

Sweetwater Harvest Kitchen seeking experienced line cook for dinner service. 3:30 pm arrival time, we close at 8 pm, so it's not late night. Tuesday - Saturday....

Experienced line cook wanted at La Mama

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 days ago

cook and prep cook, a competent, respectful, positive, outgoing and warm team player who has kitchen skills, loves food, farms, sustainability and communication with your team....

Pantry/Salad Station Cook - Arroyo Vino

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 5 days ago

Arroyo Vino, one of Santa Fe's top restaurants, is looking for a full-time pantry/salad station cook. Tuesday thru Saturday; 3 or 4pm to close. The position will average 30-35 hours per week. The...

2024-2025 SY: Cook at Capital High School

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 11 days ago

Position Type: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition/Cook Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Cook Work Unit: Capital High School/...

Position Type: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Cook/Cashier (0.8571 FTE) Work Unit:...

2025-2026 SY: Cook/Cashier (0.8571 FTE) at Milagro Middle School

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Cook/Cashier (0.8571 FTE) Work Unit:...

2025-2026 SY: Cook/Cashier at Capital High School

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Cook/Cashier Work Unit: Capital High...

2025-2026 SY: Cook/Cashier at Ramirez Thomas Elementary School

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Cook/Cashier Work Unit: Ramirez Thomas...

2025-2026 SY: Cook/Cashier at El Dorado Community School

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Cook/Cashier Work Unit: El Dorado...

2025-2026 SY: Cook at El Dorado Community School

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Cook Work Unit: El Dorado Community...

2025-2026 SY: Cook/Cashier at Santa Fe High School ( 2 Positions)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Cafeteria/Student Nutrition   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Cook/Cashier Work Unit: Santa Fe High...

Demographic Data for Santa Fe, NM

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Santa Fe, NM

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Santa Fe, NM 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 Santa Fe, NM
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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