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Hospitality & Food · Omaha, NE
Line Cook jobs in Omaha, NE
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
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$38k
Median, full-time
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We are hiring immediately for full time DISHWASHER position. Location : Creighton Prep - 7400 Western Avenue, Omaha, NE 68114. Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : Full time schedule. Monday through Frida…
$16 - $17 per hour
over $5 million to strengthen the lives and relationships in our communities. Our guiding value is “Be a Good Neighbor”. Title: Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) Invitation: To love people by cooking up great tasting and g…
Looking for self-motivated individuals to be part of our kitchen staff. Team members will be expected to: - Have completed the Level 2 Course for Douglas County's Food Handlers Certification ( - Be prompt and show up rea…
$16 per hour
experience for residents and guests What You'll Need Required: - High school diploma or GED Preferred: - Experience as a prep cook, dietary aide, or in food service - Experience in a nursing home, hospital, or other heal…
understanding performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trends Ensure efficient execution and delivery of all culinary products in line with the daily menu Maintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer; res…
Workplace Hospitality builds dining and hospitality programs that work, day after day. Chef-led menus designed around the people and the operational reality of each space. Reliable across locations, consistent across shi…
About Prep Network Prep Network () operates websites -- 100+ in total -- aimed at maximizing visibility and value for high school athletes at all levels. Our scouts provide content, player rankings, and event coverage ye…
$12 - $14 per hour
Description Chick-fil-A Legacy Village is looking for a BOH kitchen prep. Here at Legacy Village we love to have fun and work hard. Apply with us and lets see what is next for you! Thank you for your interest in a great…
Culinary / Kitchen Helper Responsibilities: We are looking to hire a hard-working person to direct the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, some desserts, or other comfort foods.…
$60k - $70k
Executive Chef in menu development and execution Ensure high standards of food quality and presentation Oversee food preparation and cooking processes Maintain inventory and ensure proper food storage techniques Train an…
$15 - $18 per hour
Company Overview ~Sickies Garage serves Award winning Burgers, Wings and More! ~Sickies Garage is a Fun, Fast paced environment with a cool Hot Rod inspired vibe! ~We love to thrill our guests with Fantastic food and a F…
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What line cooks earn in Omaha
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 Omaha 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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