$95k - $105k
catering experience a plus High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable Institutional and batch cooking experiences Hands-on chef experience a must Comprehensive knowledge of food and caterin…
Hospitality & Food · San Jose, CA
Line Cook jobs in San Jose, 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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$20–$38/hr
Typical pay range
$57k
Median, full-time
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features and menu specials Additional responsibilities include: Assisting with breakfast service, including light quick-order cooking such as eggs and pancakes Planning daily and weekly baking production based on menus M…
Mise en place, ordering, butchering, inventory and working in the line will be an integral part of the Culinary and back of house... ...satisfaction. To communicate all guest requests to an appropriate cook in a timely a…
are the heart and soul of our business, and we are looking for enthusiastic, upbeat, and hard-working people to join our team. As a Line Cook, you can craft your skills and gain experience working in a fast-paced, struct…
experiences one service, one plate, and one guest at a time. We hire for potential as much as experience. If you're passionate about cooking, committed to continuous improvement, and excited to grow within a Michelin-cal…
$24 per hour
Need cooks with AM availability, 5 days a week including weekends. Necesitamos cocineros con disponibilidad en horario de mañana, 5 días a la semana, incluyendo fines de semana. Line Cook / Cocinero — The Stand San Jose…
$18.45 - $30 per hour
Wage Scale Line Cook - $18.45 - $30.00 per hour. This position is eligible for tips. Prep Cook - $18.45 - $30.00 per hour. This position is eligible for tips. These positions will earn a base hourly rate between $18.45/h…
cultural storytelling in one of Silicon Valley’s most prominent retail and lifestyle destinations. Learn more at POSITION SUMMARY Line Cook will provide chefs with the timely and quality preparation of food using a varie…
$20 - $25 per hour
Description [About Us] Ondam is looking for energetic and responsible Line Cooks to join our kitchen team! If you are passionate about food, love working in a fast-paced environment, and want to grow with a great team, w…
$90k - $110k
preparation of all ingredients and food products to fulfill prep lists, par levels, and recipe standards. Utilize various preparation and cooking methods to ensure the quick, precise creation of our menu items in accorda…
$25 - $35 per hour
cleaning compounds. Report equipment problems and maintenance issues to leadership immediately. Utilize various preparation and cooking methods to ensure the quick, precise creation of our menu items in accordance with J…
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What line cooks earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$25 | $41k–$52k |
| Mid level | $24–$30 | $50k–$63k |
| Senior | $29–$38 | $61k–$80k |
Adjusted for the San Jose 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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