Line Cooks for hire in Memphis, TN

Find line cooks who can expertly prepare and cook various dishes, maintain kitchen hygiene and collaborate effectively with kitchen staff. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Memphis, TN to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    3,188

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills10%
    Time Management7%
    Organizational Skills7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED63%
    Associate's degree17%
    Bachelor's degree12%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years40%
    3-5 years30%
    6-10 years30%
  • Current company

    Olive Garden
    Amerigo Italian Restaurant
    BAYOU BAR AND GRILL
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years60%
    2-5 years20%
    More than 5 years20%

Browse Indeed's database of 3,188 profiles for Line Cooks in Memphis, TN

Last updated: Oct 12, 2026

Line Cook: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Memphis, TN: $45,597 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $36,200 – $57,435 yearly

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  • Line Cook

    Memphis, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe Food Manager CertificationServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementFood Service ExperienceFood Preparation
  • Cook

    Memphis, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    TIPSDriver's LicenseServsafeCleaningForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Southern Style CuisineCasual Dining ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementStrategic PlanningOrganizational Skills
  • Cook/Prep

    Memphis, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCPRFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingQuality ControlQuality Inspection
  • Cook

    Memphis, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL aServsafeTWIC CardForklift Certification+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsGrillingKitchen GrillsQuick Service & Fast Food Restaurant Experience
  • Line Cook

    Memphis, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Safe Quality Food CertificationServsafeElectric Pallet Jack Certification+3 more

    Skills

    Upscale Casual ExperiencePresentation SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementHi-LoOrganizational Skills
  • Lead Line Cook/Supervisor

    Memphis, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLNon-CDL Class CServsafeFood Handler CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    BarbecueAnalysis SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceOrganizational SkillsManagementKitchen Experience

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What's the average time to fill a line cook role?

The average time to fill a line cook role is 109 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do line cooks tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a line cook include: communication skills, time management and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for line cooks?

Common licenses or certifications for line cooks include: Driver's License, Servsafe and Food Handler Certification.

What are some job titles related to line cooks?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to line cooks include: cook, line cook/cashier and level 3 cook.

What level of education is common for a line cook?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a line cook in Memphis, TN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a line cook?

Most line cooks have 13 years of professional experience.

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