Line Cook Jobs in Chattanooga, 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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Breakfast Cook

  • Rising Fawn, GA (20 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Rising Fawn, GA (20 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 18 hours ago

CLOUDLAND LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN A CURIO COLLECTION HOTEL Living above the clouds on top of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, Cloudland is the Southeasts newest and most spectacular resort hotel!! If you...

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • Rising Fawn, GA (20 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rising Fawn, GA (20 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $11.38 - $14.88 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Cook Chattanooga, TN 2140 EAST 28TH STREET 37407, 2140 EAST 28TH STREET, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States of America Req #34154 Monday, March 10, 2025 Location: Chattanooga Metropolitan Area...

Childcare Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Overview Join Us and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education! At Childcare Network, we're not just offering jobs; we're inviting you to join a dynamic movement that's shaping the future....

Food Service Worker

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

Description Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Food Service Worker with Parkridge East Hospital you can be a part of an...

Line Cook - Cleveland Chili's

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 5 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...

Senior Cook (Full Time)

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago

Fresh Ideas We are hiring immediately for a full time SENIOR COOK position. Location: Boyd Buchanan School - 4650 Buccaneer Trail, Chattanooga, TN 37411. Note: online applications accepted only....

Senior Cook (Full Time)

  • Chattanooga, TN (4 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (4 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time SENIOR COOK position. Location : Boyd Buchanan School - 4650 Buccaneer Trail, Chattanooga, TN 37411. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Hotel Restaurant Cook

  • Ooltewah, TN (14 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ooltewah, TN (14 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Hotel Restaurant Cook Full-Time Evenings and Weekends SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chattanooga North/Ooltewah Ooltewah, TN A property of: Gibson Hotel Management, Inc. Posted 5 days ago SHARE...

Cook

  • Hixson, TN (10 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hixson, TN (10 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 6 days ago

As a Cook at Dominion Senior Living, you will be responsible for planning and preparing meals for our residents while ensuring that each meal is not only nutritionally balance, but also enjoyable!...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago

Location Name: ERLANGER BARONESS HOSPITAL - 63112001 Location ID: 63112001 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: ERLANGER BARONESS HOSPITAL - 63112001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours...

Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago

Hot burgers, cold shakes, and little moments of magic right in the neighborhood. At SONIC, we do things a little differently. We find the fun, the moment of chill in the every-day. Working at...

Cook

  • Collegedale, TN (14 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Collegedale, TN (14 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 8 days ago

COOK You have seasoned kitchen skills, a passion for delicious meals, and a spirit of hospitality. Come put those great traits to work in a place where you truly make a difference in people's...

Cook - Dietary Aide HCC

  • La Fayette, GA (24 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • La Fayette, GA (24 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 8 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: The Dietary Aide Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as directed by the Food Service/Dietary Manager/Supervisor. The Cook...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 9 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Bradley Medical Center - 2305 Chambliss Avenue, Cleveland, TN 37311. Note: online applications accepted only....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Chattanooga, TN 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 Chattanooga, 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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