supervisory or leadership role. Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations strongly preferred. Institutional or batch cooking experience is desirable. Strong knowledge of food production, menu planning, pu…
Hospitality & Food · Cincinnati, OH
Line Cook jobs in Cincinnati, OH
Line cooks work a station through service, prepping ingredients, firing dishes to ticket times, and keeping their area clean, stocked, and organized during the rush.
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$13–$26/hr
Typical pay range
$38k
Median, full-time
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embark on a sensory journey that captures the essence of Italy's diverse regions. Come for the vibe, stay for the food! Position: Line Cook Duties: Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food…
a sensory journey that captures the essence of Italy's diverse regions. Come for the vibe, stay for the food! Position: Pastry Cook The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality pastry and dessert items while…
Job Description Job Description WHAT YOU'LL DO: Prepare and cook food items in accordance with standard recipes and menu specifications... ...and in good working condition Monitor and assist other line cooks and kitchen…
Line Cook Restaurant: Suzu — Opening Early 2026 Position Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Location: Cincinnati, Ohio About SUZU Hospitality SUZU is our vision of modern Japanese hospitality and cuisine, embodying the harmony…
$15 - $22 per hour
Pastry Cook Restaurant: Suzu — Opening Early 2026 Position Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time / Part-Time Location: Cincinnati, Ohio About SUZU Hospitality SUZU is our vision of modern Japanese hospitality and cuisine, embodyin…
$60k - $65k
Job Description Aramark Sports & Entertainment is looking to hire an Executive Sous Chef to support our culinary operations at a large multi-sport complex in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for d…
schedule and participate in activities of executive sous chefs, cooks and other personnel involved in preparing, cooking and presenting... ...to conduct meetings, menu briefings and maintain communication lines between l…
experience, which will compel our guests to become raving fans and create brand loyalty. Join us as a guest, leave as a friend. Line cooks are responsible for prepping ingredients and assembling dishes according company…
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What line cooks earn in Cincinnati
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $13–$17 | $28k–$35k |
| Mid level | $16–$21 | $33k–$43k |
| Senior | $20–$26 | $41k–$54k |
Adjusted for the Cincinnati market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Knife skillsStation organization (mise en place)Ticket-time managementGrill, saute, and fry stationsFood safety and sanitationPrep and portioningSpeed and consistencyTeam communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which stations have you worked, and which is your strongest?
Name them plainly: grill, saute, fry, pantry. Chefs staff lines by station, so an honest answer gets you placed where you will succeed.
How do you set up your mise en place before service?
Walk through your prep list, backups for the rush, and how you check par levels. Organization before service is the whole job in miniature.
What do you do when tickets stack up and you are in the weeds?
Say you communicate with the expo, call out realistic times, and work the board in order instead of panicking. Composure is what they are testing.
How do you keep food safe during a busy shift?
Mention temperatures, glove and cutting-board discipline, labeling, and time controls. Fluent basics signal real kitchen habits.
Tell me about a conflict with another cook during service. How was it resolved?
Keep it short: line tension is normal, you addressed it after service, and the shift got done. No drama in the retelling.
Can you work weekends, nights, and holidays?
This industry runs when others rest, so answer honestly. Reliability on the worst shifts is what earns station upgrades.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For line cooks specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List the stations you can run: grill, saute, fry, pantry, or expo.
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Include your food handler card or ServSafe certification; many states require it on day one.
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Quantify volume with covers per service or the size of the line you worked.
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Name the kitchens and cuisine styles, since a scratch kitchen reads differently than a chain.
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Mention prep skills like butchery, sauces, or baking that let you flex beyond the line.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Prep Cook
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Line Cook
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Lead Line Cook
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Sous Chef
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Chef de Cuisine
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