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Line Cook jobs in Sacramento, CA
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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$15–$30/hr
Typical pay range
$44k
Median, full-time
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$19 - $21 per hour
Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustaina…
$20 - $23 per hour
Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustaina…
Chick-fil-A Director Position Available Now! Are you ready to lead a dynamic team in a supportive environment? Do you thrive in a culture that values teamwork and personal growth? If so, this is the perfect opportunity f…
$72.1k - $85k
Temporary Executive Chef for Full Scratch Kitchen Needed This is a temporary position that is expected to continue for a period of up to four (4) months. The duration is subject to change based on business needs. The ass…
maintenance Enforce health code and OSHA compliance Requirements: ~3+ years kitchen management experience; BBQ or live-fire cooking experience strongly preferred ~5+ years kitchen experience ~ Kind personality and temper…
$75k - $85k
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Kitchen Manager Location: Sacramento, CA Salary: $75k-$85k (DOE) Benefits: Annual Bonuses, Benefits, Sick/PTO About Company / Opportunity: High volume family-owned and operated…
$20 - $26 per hour
ready to perform on Sacramento’s premier culinary stage? Ella Dining Room and Bar is looking for an EXPERIENCED and dedicated line cook ---who don’t just "cook," but who lead with precision, grace, and a deep passion for…
$17 - $18 per hour
Position: Dishwasher Shifts, Time, and Days: FULL TIME, including weekends Pay Range: $17-18/hour Oakmont of El Dorado Hills is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oa…
include removing dishes (plates and flatware) from the tables and washing them. You will be asked to reset and prepare tables, clean cook stations, kitchen appliances, and machines. Our goal is to employ a person with ex…
$28 - $35 per hour
Job Description Job Description Description: Come work for Sacramento's Leading Restaurant Group!!! Benefits & Perks of working for our team: ~$28- $35 per hour (Does not participate in Tip Pool) ~ FREE Meals on shift ~…
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What line cooks earn in Sacramento
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $15–$20 | $32k–$41k |
| Mid level | $19–$24 | $39k–$50k |
| Senior | $23–$30 | $48k–$63k |
Adjusted for the Sacramento 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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