Line Cook Jobs in Blountville, TN

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 I

  • Kingsport, TN (9 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kingsport, TN (9 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs....

Food Service Worker

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Summary As a WG- 3 Food Service Worker, the Food Service Worker works independently with minimal supervision in a unit located outside the main facility. The WG-3 FSW demonstrates a broad...

Cook

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Cooks fried chicken, sea food and other items in a deep fryer. Ensures freshness and product rotation on the buffet. Filters fry oil as needed to ensure quality....

Grill Cook

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

The Golden Corral Grill Cook is unique. We don't hide our cooks. You will be grilling steaks, chicken and more and serving them directly to our guests!...

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 3 days ago

As a Broil Cook your responsibilities would include: High volume restaurant experience Understand cooking steak temperatures Meat seasoning, searing, and cooking Meat seasoning, searing, and grilling...

Food Service Worker

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 3 days ago

As a WG- 3 Food Service Worker, the Food Service Worker works independently with minimal supervision in a unit located outside the main facility. The WG-3 FSW demonstrates a broad knowledge of...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Elizabethton, TN (18 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elizabethton, TN (18 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Ballad Health Sycamore Shoals Hospital - 1501 West Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN 37643. Note: online applications...

Cook

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Cook Position Summary Cooks provide exceptional culinary experiences to our Residents and Guests on a daily basis. Cooks are full-service, hands-on positions that are involved in the daily...

Food Service Worker

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Location: 650 Harry L Drive Johnson City, NY 13790 Availability Requirement for this role: Applying to this requisition allows you to be considered for multiple opportunities. Please provide as...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 11 days ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (14 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 12 days ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Grill Cook (Part Time)

  • Bristol, TN (17 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bristol, TN (17 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 12 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time GRILL COOK position. Location : Ballad Health Bristol Regional Medical Center - 1 Medical Park Boulevard, Bristol, TN 37620....

Subway Sandwich Artist - ALL SHIFTS

  • Gate City, VA (18 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Gate City, VA (18 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Join Our Team as Sandwich Artist/Cashier at Subway! Are you an energetic individual who loves the buzz of a busy crowd? Subway is looking for a vibrant Sandwich Artist/Cashier to bring...

Cook

  • Kingsport, TN (9 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Kingsport, TN (9 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 16 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...

Chef de Partie

  • Abingdon, VA (23 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Abingdon, VA (23 miles from Blountville, TN)
  • 19 days ago

Chef de Partie Job Type: Permanent Job Sector: Unspecified Region: South East Location: Abingdon Salary Description: Competitive Posted: 28/03/2025 Recruiter: Compass Group Job Ref:...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Blountville, TN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Blountville, TN 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 Blountville, TN
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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