Line Cook Jobs in New Mexico

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

  • Silver City, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Silver City, NM
  • 15 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...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Belen, NM
  • 21 days ago
  • Belen, NM
  • 21 days ago

Role: Food Service Worker Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents...

Rooftop Bar - Seasonal Line Cook

  • Tesuque, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Tesuque, NM
  • 2 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...

Food Service Worker

  • Holloman AFB, NM
  • 2 hours ago
  • Holloman AFB, NM
  • 2 hours ago

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Child Development Center on Holloman AFB in New Mexico. This is a flexible position (0-40 Hours Per Week).Work schedule is typically...

Cook

  • Holloman AFB, NM
  • 2 hours ago
  • Holloman AFB, NM
  • 2 hours ago

Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in and knowledge of methods and procedures relating to food preparation and presentation gained in a grill, snack bar, restaurant, club or similar food activity...

Bravo-Cook Bravo- Uptown

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 hours ago

A Line Cook is an hourly, non-exempt Family Member who reports directly to the Executive Chef....

Kitchen Cook

  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 1 day ago

.; Operate commercial kitchen equipment, including but not limited to mixer, meat slicer, food chopper, stove, oven, deep fryer, and dishwasher; Safely use and store cleaning products and related chemicals...

Cook

  • Church Rock, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Church Rock, NM
  • 1 day ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED plus one (1) year food service experience as a prep or line cook. Must meet all knowledge, skills and abilities....

Experienced line cook wanted at La Mama

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day 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....

Food Service Worker (Part Time)-Cannon AFB

  • Clovis, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Clovis, NM
  • 1 day ago

Veterans Preference: The Jobs for Veterans Act mandates priority of service to veterans seeking employment and training opportunities. To ensure compliance with this law, this job posting will be...

Student Nutrition 7 Hour Cook/ Baker/ Harrison Schmitt Elementary

  • Silver City, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Silver City, NM
  • 1 day ago

Silver Consolidated School District Job Description The SCSD is an EEOC employer Position: 7 Hour Cook/Baker Supervisor: Cafeteria Manager General Job Description: The development and...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location : Intel RR5 - 4100 Sara Rd M/S B RR50108, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Note: online applications...

Holloman Popeyes Cook

  • Holloman Air Force Base, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Holloman Air Force Base, NM
  • 2 days ago

Prepares all forms of hot cereals; broil meats; prepares and cooks concentrated or dehydrated soups, sauces and gravies; and makes cold sandwiches and sandwich fillings....

Subway Food Service Worker $17.76/HR

  • Kirtland, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Kirtland, NM
  • 2 days ago

H-... Subway Food Service Worker $17.76/HR United States - New Mexico - Kirtland AFB Intermittent Job Description As a Food Service Worker at Subway, you'll be joining a family-minded,munity...

Pizza Maker

  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 2 days ago

As a Cook for Pizza Inn, you will be responsible for learning the tasks associated with all of the following positions. For each of the positions, you will be expected to: Have a neat, clean...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in New Mexico

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in New Mexico offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
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 New Mexico
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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