$80k - $92k
Job Description LifeWorks is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead culinary operations at one of our premier locations. This role oversees all kitchen operations, from menu development and food quality to team l…
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
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$57k
Median, full-time
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$23 per hour
We are hiring immediately for a full time PIZZA GRILL COOK position. Location : Uber - 200 South Mathilda Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Note: online applications accepted only . Schedule : Full time; Monday through Friday…
$21 - $23 per hour
Job Title Catering Attendant (Corporate Dining) – San Jose Company The Party Staff, Inc. Location Assignments take place primarily within the San Jose and greater Silicon Valley area, supporting corporate dining programs…
$18.5 - $19.5 per hour
Position: Dishwasher Shifts, Time, and Days: 6am-2pm (Tues-Sat) Pay Range: $18.50-$19.50 Oakmont of San Jose is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management…
House Canada 150th celebration, Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson delivers culinary excellence under a commitment to the craft of cooking and the personal mantra, “if it isn’t right, it doesn’t leave the kitchen.” Chef B…
$20 - $21 per hour
The Party Staff, Inc. is looking to add to our growing roster of Dishwashers in San Jose, CA! We are on the hunt for rockstar dishwashers to join our team at The Party Staff. Our company has been providing top-notch staf…
Integral Senior Living (ISL) proudly manages care and lifestyle-focused Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across California and surrounding areas serving thousands of residents and families…
accordance with established food policies and procedures. Responsibilities: Assisting the Dietician / Dietary Management and Cook as requested Helping with meal preparation in accordance with the dietary needs of the res…
tables and washing them. On occasion, you will be asked to reset and prepare tables, assists with unloading delivery trucks, clean cook stations, kitchen appliances, and machines. Our goal is to employ a person with exce…
$25 - $30 per hour
Description Company Description Chick-fil-A is a leader in the fast-food industry and is known for its commitment to excellent food, beverages, and hospitality. Chick-fil-A at First Street celebrated its grand opening in…
low temperature in the refrigerator and high temperature in the cooking area Ability to work in loud areas, for example, the music for... ...and closing duties each shift – setting up and tearing down the line to ensure…
Are you self-motivated and proud of the work you do? Here at Aramark, we take pride in the level of service and safety we provide! As a General Utility Worker on our team of other service stars, you’ll take on the import…
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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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