Line Cook Jobs in Ithaca, 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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Line Cook - Hourly Wage Plus Tips

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 18 hours ago

MAXIE'S STANDS WITH ALL WHO OBJECT TO RACISM, VIOLENCE AND BIGOTRY Maxie's Supper Club (est. 1999) is a great Ithaca restaurant known for fantastic southern food and drink, wonderful people and...

HIRING NOW! Fry cooks, Pizza makers and Dishwashers

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago

We are currently hiring for fry cook's, pizza makers and dishwashers. No experience necessary. Apply in person at Northeast Pizza and Bones 23 Cinema Dr., Ithaca, NY 14850 or go online to...

HIRING NOW! Fry cook and Pizza makers

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago

We are currently hiring for fry cook's. No experience necessary. Apply in person at Northeast Pizza and Bones 23 Cinema Dr., Ithaca, NY 14850 or go online to www.pizzaandbones.com We are in need...

Allechant seeks line cooks, dishwashers, and servers

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago

Allechant is seeking line cooks, dishwashers, and servers for our charming neighborhood bistro....

Cook (Hourly)

  • Lansing, NY (12 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lansing, NY (12 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 4 days ago

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Cook (Permanent)

  • Lansing, NY (12 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lansing, NY (12 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 6 days ago

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Line Cook

  • Aurora, NY (24 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Aurora, NY (24 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Inns of Aurora LLC (JOs are H2B) Line Cook in Aurora , New York Line Cook - 5 fulltime, temporary, peakload (H-2B) jobs available 04/01/2025 - 11/1/2025....

STUDENT-Terrace Dining Hall Cook

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 14 days ago

Id : 2902, Title : STUDENT-Terrace Dining Hall Cook, Category : Student, RequisitionType : Student, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...849, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-02-11T18:57:31 00:00,...

Cook

  • Horseheads, NY (21 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Horseheads, NY (21 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 18 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table - At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. It's an...

Cook

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 22 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 22 days ago

You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your...

Food Service Worker

  • Horseheads, NY (21 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Horseheads, NY (21 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Location Name: BETHANY VILLAGE - 45735001 Location ID: 45735001 Food Service Worker Location: BETHANY VILLAGE - 45735001 Workdays/shifts : ANY SHIFT (OPEN AVAILABILITY). More details will be...

4H Camp Hidden Valley: Kitchen Assistant - Watkins Glen, NY

  • Watkins Glen, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Watkins Glen, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 24 days ago

The mission of Hidden Valley 4-H Camp is to provide youth with a fun, residential camp experience under the guidance of positive role models that emphasize community building, positive social...

Line Cook - Ithaca Chili's

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 25 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 25 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cornell University Temporary Food Service/Kitchen Worker, Cornell Dining - Multiple Positions Avail in Ithaca , New York Temporary Food Service/Kitchen Worker, Cornell Dining - Multiple Positions...

Line Cook

  • Horseheads, NY (21 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Horseheads, NY (21 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Pay: $15 - $17 As a Line Cook for Texas Roadhouse, you'll make made-from-scratch Legendary Food for our guests to enjoy....

Demographic Data for Ithaca, NY

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Ithaca, NY

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Ithaca, NY 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 Ithaca, 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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