Line Cook Jobs in Michigan City, 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 PostBoy Now Hiring

  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 21 hours 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

  • Michigan City, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN
  • 4 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...

Lead Cook-Porter County

  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 8 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...

Cook/Baker, PRN

  • Michigan City, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN
  • 15 days ago

Cook/Baker, PRN page is loaded Cook/Baker, PRN locations IN Michigan City time type Part time posted on Posted 15 Days Ago job requisition id R112729 Franciscan Health Michigan City Campus 3500...

Popeyes Cook

  • Lake Station, IN (21 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lake Station, IN (21 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 17 days ago

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

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 18 days ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $11.60 - $15.70 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Line Cook - Valparaiso Chili's

  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 19 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...

Cook 2 EDR

  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for multiple culinary workstations, ensuring the efficiency of the line and kitchen operation on a scheduled shift in accordance with specifications and standards. ESSENTIAL...

Cook 2 Players Lounge

  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for multiple culinary work stations, ensuring the efficiency of the line and kitchen operation on a scheduled shift in accordance with specifications and standards. ESSENTIAL...

Cook 1 - Buffet

  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for achieving all standards for basic food preparation and cooking. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Prepares, seasons, finishes, and garnishes all...

Garde Manger 2

  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for preparation of cold food following established procedures and standards. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Prepares all cold food products for...

Food Service Worker

  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 22 days ago

Compass Group Food Service Worker in Valparaiso , Indiana : FOOD SERVICE WORKER Full job description We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions....

Heart of House Cook

  • La Porte, IN (7 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 23 days ago
  • La Porte, IN (7 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 23 days ago

Slicing, dicing, cooking, grilling, and saucing gives you all kinds of opportunities to utilize your skills....

Line Cook

  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 23 days ago
  • New Buffalo, MI (10 miles from Michigan City, IN)
  • 23 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Can you throw down on the line? Do you want to learn and have some fun? Send your resume, write a cover letter, and be ready to stage. If you have...

Demographic Data for Michigan City, IN

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Michigan City, IN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Michigan City, 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 Michigan City, 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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