Line Cook Jobs in Cookeville, 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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Line Cook - Cookeville Chili's

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 1 day 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...

Cook

  • Carthage, TN (23 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carthage, TN (23 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary\: Responsible for the timely preparation and seasoning of all foods served in the hospital. Also responsible for sanitation of area and equipment and service on patient tray line. Job...

Line Cook

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Come join the Outback Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

PT Cook

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 4 days ago

PT Cook DESCRIPTION Cook Great position to add extra income. Set hours. Charter Senior Living of Cookeville is dedicated to the care and wellbeing of our residents. It is our goal to assure that...

Day Time Team Member: Kitchen Staff

  • Carthage, TN (23 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Carthage, TN (23 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Learn More About the MRCO Family at MRCO.NET with benefits that include Competitive Pay, Optional Daily Pay, Flexible Scheduling, Paid Vacation Time (All Positions), Free Meal During Shift,...

Cook

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Overview 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...

Kitchen/Cook Staff (Early Pay Available!)

  • Carthage, TN (23 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Carthage, TN (23 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Learn More About the MRCO Family at MRCO.NET with benefits that include Competitive Pay, Optional Daily Pay, Flexible Scheduling, Paid Vacation Time (All Positions), Free Meal During Shift,...

Restaurant Cook

  • Sparta, TN (21 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Sparta, TN (21 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 16 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Restaurant Cook will oversee the day to day operation of the grill and food prep in the restaurant....

Cook

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 19 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...

Line Cook

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 22 days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 22 days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Combining quality and bold FLAVOR starts with our Line Cooks....

Line Cook

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

As a line cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes and plate presentation to delight our guests....

Line Cook

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

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

Cook

  • Sparta, TN (21 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sparta, TN (21 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant Cook, you will oversee the Appetite Satisfaction Department, which involves operating the following stations: Food Production, Grill, Fryer and other tasks if applicable...

Cook/ Cashier (TN, Cookeville)

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 90+ days ago

Return to Job Listings Cook/ Cashier (TN, Cookeville) TN, Cookeville We are seeking a skilled Cook/ Cashier to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the restaurant or food...

Cook

  • Carthage, TN (23 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Carthage, TN (23 miles from Cookeville, TN)
  • 90+ days ago

As a SONIC Drive-In restaurant Cook, you will oversee the Appetite Satisfaction Department, which involves operating the following stations: Food Production, Grill, Fryer and other tasks if applicable...

Demographic Data for Cookeville, TN

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Cookeville, TN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Cookeville, 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 Cookeville, 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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