Line Cook Jobs in Tukwila, WA

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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Culinary Specialist

  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 10 days ago

As a Culinary Specialist, you'll cook meals and work alongside chefs to prepare meals comparable to any major restaurant, so that Soldiers can sit down and enjoy a hot meal in between training or...

Cook - Restaurant - E. Washington, Brownsville, TX

  • Bremerton, WA (15 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bremerton, WA (15 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

Color balances fryers and adds sufficient shortening so that the proper shortening level can be maintained....

Grill Cook

  • Bothell, WA (15 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bothell, WA (15 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

, grill, grill, grill, grill, fry, fry, fry, fry, kitchen, kitchen, kitchen, kitchen, cook, cook, cook, cook, prep, prep, prep, prep...

Cook Darhma -PF Changs - Seattle Tacoma International Airport

  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

Monitors and maintains proper cooking temperatures of large volume equipment such as grills, deep fryers, ovens, broilers, and roasters. 6....

Cook I- FT Closing Shift- Saltys at the Sea - Seattle Airport

  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

Monitors and maintains proper cooking temperatures of large volume equipment such as grills, deep fryers, ovens, broilers, and roasters. 6....

Wok Cook FT - PF Chang's - Seattle Tacoma International Airport

  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 10 hours ago

Monitors and maintains proper cooking temperatures of large volume equipment such as grills, deep fryers, ovens, broilers, and roasters....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Puyallup, WA (23 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Puyallup, WA (23 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Experienced Grill Cook - $23/hr or more + tips and benefits!

  • Bothell, WA (15 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bothell, WA (15 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

The Crystal Creek Cafe is looking for full time cooks to join our team. This position requires morning, evening and weekend availability. A minimum of 2 years of line cooking experience is needed....

Grill Cook $23/hr + tips and benefits

  • Redmond, WA (13 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Redmond, WA (13 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

We are looking to add a new cook to our kitchen. This position involves preparing both breakfast and lunch menu items. We run multiple cooks every shift, so each station has its own part of the...

AGM Barback Bartender Food Runner Host Server Thai Specialty Cook

  • Bellevue, WA (7 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellevue, WA (7 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Any related customer service/oriented experience will be considered - Must have clear written and verbal communication skills Thai Specialty Cook PERKS & BENEFITS & COMPENSATIONS - From $19/hour...

Line Cook Cedarbrook Lodge

  • Seatac, WA (6 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seatac, WA (6 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Line Cook I | Cedarbrook Lodge Create menu magic and make hungry people happy....

Cook

  • Tacoma, WA (20 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA (20 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day 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...

School Kitchen Assistant Manager - Meany Middle School

  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview of Position Summary of Assignment Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager or designee, perform skilled cooking or baking to ensure high quality, nutritious food production and service....

Cook I

  • Suquamish, WA (17 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suquamish, WA (17 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Suquamish, WA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Restaurant - Food Service $19 or DOE PORT MADISON ENTERPRISES SUQUAMISH CLEARWATER...

Fry Cook / Dishwasher

  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

. *** JOB RESPONSIBILITIES *** Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes Operating and maintaining deep fryers and other kitchen equipment....

Demographic Data for Tukwila, WA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Tukwila, WA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Tukwila, WA 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 Tukwila, WA
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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