Line Cook Jobs in Chesterton, IN

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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Line Cook

  • Schererville, IN (22 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schererville, IN (22 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 1 day ago

The Line Cook is responsible for the daily preparation and execution of food items in the pantry, fry, grill, broil and saute stations....

Line Cook PostBoy Now Hiring

  • New Buffalo, MI (19 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Buffalo, MI (19 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Line Cook | PostBoy | Now Hiring image 1 of 18 compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience) employment type: job title: Line Cook Culinary Agents is working with the team at PostBoy to connect them with...

Cook/Baker, 1.0 Days.

  • Munster, IN (24 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Munster, IN (24 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Cook/Baker, 1.0 Days. page is loaded Cook/Baker, 1.0 Days. locations IN Munster time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R113582 Franciscan Health Munster Campus 701...

Cook

  • Michigan City, IN (9 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (9 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $16 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

Cook

  • Michigan City, IN (9 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (9 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, saute station, salad-bar and on the service line; Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods...

Iron Skillet Cook - PT

  • Gary, IN (15 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gary, IN (15 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Perform grill cook tasks, such as setting up broiler, fryer and grill stations according to the line check sheets....

Cook/Baker

  • Munster, IN (24 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Munster, IN (24 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Franciscan Health Munster Campus701 Superior Ave Munster, Indiana 46321 WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest...

Cook/kitchen

  • Crown Point, IN (21 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (21 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Our cook is responsible for preparing food, portioning serving sizes, and serving to meals to the classrooms. As well as, conducting inventory, labeling foods as they come in and rotating stock....

Food Service Worker

  • Munster, IN (24 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Munster, IN (24 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Powers Health is hiring, Food Service Worker for the Munster Location Full-time schedule / Retirement Savings Plan / Sign on Bonus Job Summary: Performs a variety of kitchen duties to provide food...

Cook I - Noodle Bar

  • Gary, IN (15 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Gary, IN (15 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 10 days ago

Demonstrate good knowledge when comes to knife skills and cooking procedures....

Lead Cook-Porter County

  • Valparaiso, IN (11 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (11 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 10 days ago

Looking for a Leadership position in Food Service?**Do you have** integrity**, a **positive can-do attitude**, a **strong character** and able to work in a **structured environment**?**Tigg's...

Lead Cook - CVI

  • Munster, IN (24 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Munster, IN (24 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 11 days ago

Cook – CVI - Hartsfield Village (Powers Health) Cook, Full Time - 11:00am - 7:30pm, includes Nights, Weekends & Holidays / Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing The Cook plays an important role in...

School Nutrition Cook/Server

  • Merrillville, IN (17 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (17 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 12 days ago

SCHEDULE: 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (8 Hours) Times may vary Monday through Friday, when school is in session and lunch is served. DUTIES: The applicant will prep fruits, cup them up and bag and tag...

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Schererville, IN (22 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Schererville, IN (22 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Be a Part of Something Uncommonly Good At Noodles & Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We're hiring restaurant Team Members...

Cook - Food & Beverage

  • Gary, IN (15 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Gary, IN (15 miles from Chesterton, IN)
  • 15 days ago

Demonstrate good knowledge when comes to knife skills and cooking procedures....

Demographic Data for Chesterton, IN

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Chesterton, IN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Chesterton, IN 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 Chesterton, IN
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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