Line Cook Jobs in Commack, NY

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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Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Lead Cook

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...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Pizza Maker - FT

Our Melville store has an immediate need for a FT Pizza Maker for its busy department. Our Pizza Makers are responsible for preparing pizza dough in addition to cutting, grating, and slicing...

Cook

  • Lake Grove, NY (8 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lake Grove, NY (8 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Line cooks are responsible for prepping ingredients and assembling dishes according to company recipes and specifications....

Bistro Cook

  • Norwalk, CT (21 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Norwalk, CT (21 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 6 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....

Line Cook Upstream Hospitality Group Now Hiring

  • Blue Point, NY (14 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Blue Point, NY (14 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Upstream Hospitality Group - Now Hiring: Line Cook Click here to learn more & apply today! Now Hiring: Line Cooks for Surf Shack Seasonal Beach Location!...

Chef or cook needed

  • Sayville, NY (14 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sayville, NY (14 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Chef or cook needed (Sayville) Sayville Pizza Main street compensation: Weekly pay competitive rates employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Cook Full-time position kitchen cook...

Pastry-Chef de Partie

  • Fairfield, CT (23 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CT (23 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Prepare breads and pastries, including preparing doughs and fillings, proofing, baking, and decorating as appropriate. Review Production sheet to understand variety of baked goods to be produced...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

Flik Hospitality Group We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: The Point Cafe - 2200 Atlantic Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902. Note: online applications...

Full-time Grill Cook

  • Rye, NY (23 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Rye, NY (23 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

We are hiring a Full-time Grill Cook to join our Culinary team and contribute to this shared mission of Member satisfaction through Culinary excellence....

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Part Time

  • Fairfield, CT (23 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CT (23 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 19 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to...

Line Cook

  • Deer Park, NY (5 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Deer Park, NY (5 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 19 hours ago

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour As a Line Cook for Texas Roadhouse, you'll make made-from-scratch Legendary Food for our guests to enjoy....

Weekend Cook - SIGN ON BONUS

  • West Sayville, NY (11 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 23 hours ago
  • West Sayville, NY (11 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 23 hours ago

This position includes a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Concern Housing offers an Agency Sponsored Retirement Plan and Employee Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan for part time employees. Concern encourages...

Cook- Campus Dining

  • Jericho, NY (14 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jericho, NY (14 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 day ago

together with co-workers to coordinate meal preparation and presentation; ensure quality and quantity control Operate and oversee use of appliances including, but not limited to: espresso machines, grills...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Jericho, NY (14 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jericho, NY (14 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to...

Line Cook

  • Hauppauge, NY (6 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (6 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a reliable, skilled, and detail-oriented Line Cook to join our kitchen team....

Demographic Data for Commack, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Commack, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Commack, NY 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 Commack, NY
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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