Line Cook Jobs in Middletown, CT

A Line Cook, or Station Chef, is an integral part of the culinary team in a commercial kitchen. They are primarily responsible for preparing food items, following recipes, and cooking meals in their designated section. The position demands efficiency, ability to work under pressure, and strong attention to detail as they need to deliver high-quality food within a fast-paced environment. Line Cooks also maintain clean work areas, sanitize kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety standards are upheld.

Before becoming a Line Cook, a person might start their culinary career as a Kitchen Helper, Dishwasher, or Prep Cook. Important skills for a Line Cook include cooking skills, knowledge of food safety, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long periods. A certification in food handling or a degree from a culinary school is often required. Some also pursue additional certifications such as the ServSafe Food Handler certificate and Certified Culinarian (CC) certification from the American Culinary Federation to enhance their credentials and improve job prospects.

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Food Service Worker (Per Diem)

  • Bozrah, CT (24 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bozrah, CT (24 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Work where every momen t matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We...

Part time cook and bar help

  • Old Saybrook, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Old Saybrook, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Easy prepped food for the fryer. Thats it. Not alot to clean. This is for our new late night menu and we will get BUSY for the summer....

Cook

  • New Haven, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Haven, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 1 day ago

This is a full time culinary position in a four star luxury hotel offering fine dining breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to banquets and catering.The position is ideal for a recent graduate...

Full-Time Cook

  • Avon, CT (19 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Avon, CT (19 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Equipment may include a meat slicer, food processor, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwasher, dumb waiter, warmer cabinets.Assists in establishing food production line to ensure meals are prepared...

Food Service Worker

  • East Hartford, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Location Name: EAST HARTFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS - 18345001 Location ID: 18345001 Food Service Worker Location: EAST HARTFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS - 18345001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours...

Line Cook-250

  • New Haven, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Operate, maintain and properly clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron and flat top grill. 8....

Grill Cook (Part Time)

  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for a part time GRILL COOK position. Location: UConn Health - 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032Note: online applications accepted only....

Pizza maker -Full time $1,300

  • Naugatuck, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Naugatuck, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Hiring - Pizza Maker with Experience only for more info call or Text ... (Must have Experience) 6/ days - open to close. Call for more info!

Cook

  • Bloomfield, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT (21 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Experience as a Cook, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices Safe knife handling skills Experience operating commercial slicers, ovens, grills...

Line Cooks Wanted

  • West Hartford, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 4 days ago

un Line Cooks Wanted Rockledge Grille 289 South Main St compensation: based on experience employment type: job title: line cooks Rockledge Grille in West Hartford is looking for full and part time line...

Food Service Worker - HRA New Britain Nutrition

  • New Britain, CT (10 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (10 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares and serves food according to menus and in correct portion sizes as mandated by yield guides. Performs cleaning duties, including sweeping...

Guest Service Aide/Cook - McKinney Shelter

  • Hartford, CT (16 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (16 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life’s challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs,...

Grill Cook (Part Time)

  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time GRILL COOK position. Location : UConn Health - 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032 Note: online applications accepted only....

Line Cooks Wanted

  • West Hartford, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (15 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Rockledge Grille in West Hartford is looking for full and part time line cooks. Pay based on experience. Please send resume via email or call ... to speak with a manager....

Line Cook - Bristol CT Chili's

  • Bristol, CT (17 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bristol, CT (17 miles from Middletown, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Demographic Data for Middletown, CT

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Middletown, CT

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Middletown, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Line Cooks in Middletown, CT
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%


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