As of October 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Line Cook in the United States is $36,711. While Salary.com is seeing that Line Cook salary in the US can go up to $45,715 or down to $30,778, but most earn between $33,606 and $41,424. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Line Cook in the United States.
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Job Description for Line Cook
Line Cook prepares menu dishes following established recipes and using designated ingredients that meet production and quality standards as part of a cooking line. Follows all portion and presentation specifications and proper preparation methods. Being a Line Cook sets up and stocks workstation with all necessary supplies. Coordinates with other line cooks to ensure meals are delivered consistently and on time. Additionally, Line Cook is responsible for operating and maintaining a single workstation. May prepare sauces or garnishes. Follows all applicable guidelines and regulations for food handling and safety. Typically requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a sous chef or executive chef. The Line Cook works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)...
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Career Path for Line Cook
A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals.
Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.
For Line Cook, the first career path typically starts with a Cook II position, and then Sous Chef.
The second career path typically progresses to Cook - Institution.
The third career path typically progresses to Senior Line Cook.
Additionally, the fourth career path typically progresses to Senior Prep Cook.
Line Cook salary varies from city to city.
Compared with national average salary of Line Cook, the highest Line Cook salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Line Cook salary is 25.0% above.
The lowest Line Cook salary is in Miami, FL, where the Line Cook salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.
Jobs with different levels of education may pay very differently. Check the Line Cook salary of your education level.
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Line Cook in the United States. The base salary for Line Cook ranges from $33,606 to $41,424 with the average base salary of $36,711. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $33,748 to $41,742 with the average total cash compensation of $36,879.