Food preparation and assistance to Chef and Sous Chef, responsible for maintenance and food safety of assigned station.
Hospitality & Food · Cleveland, OH
Line Cook jobs in Cleveland, 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–$25/hr
Typical pay range
$38k
Median, full-time
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$14 - $14.5 per hour
Do you love to cook? Are you passionate about food? As a Cook on our team, you’ll help bring recipes to life while being able to flex your creativity! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best equipment, you’ll be imm…
Role Purpose Great restaurant memories come from many places. The sights, sounds, scents and as importantly the food. As Cook / Commis Chef, your passion for presentation and dedication to delivering flavour will complet…
Lead Line Cook Position Summary : We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Lead Line Cook to oversee the operations of our kitchen facility. This role is crucial in maintaining the efficiency, cleanliness, and…
$18 - $19 per hour
00 / Hour ~ Full-Time ~ Full Benefits ~ Hiring Immediately ~ Opportunities for Career Growth! At SSP America, our Line Cooks have the important role of receiving food orders, preparing delicious dishes for our guests, pr…
$16 per hour
We are hiring immediately for GRILL COOK (FULL-TIME) positions. Location : Cleveland Clinic Crile Cafe. 2049 East 100th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full-time. Monday t…
be 18 years or older for this position. POSITION SUMMARY As a Cook, you would prepare food and serve our guests. As part of this, you... ..., proper portioning, and food prep logs/tools Restocks front line with prepared…
$65k - $85k
assisting in the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. You will assist in the supervision, preparation, and cooking of various food items, developing daily menu items and their preparation and g…
At Marco’s Pizza, our team members are the heart of everything we do. As an Inside Team Member, you'll play a key role in creating exceptional guest experiences while preparing the high-quality pizzas we're known for. Wh…
$19 per hour
Position: Lead Line Cook Reports To: F&B Director, Executive Chef, Restaurant Manager Position: Lead Line Cook Reports To: Position Summary: As a Lead Line Cook, will be responsible for preparing and executing high-quali…
The Cook plays a vital role in delivering high-quality meals to guests by preparing and cooking food items according to recipes and standards. This role is essential in maintaining the kitchen's efficiency and ensuring t…
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What line cooks earn in Cleveland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $13–$17 | $28k–$35k |
| Mid level | $16–$20 | $33k–$42k |
| Senior | $19–$25 | $40k–$53k |
Adjusted for the Cleveland 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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