Line Cook Jobs in Hiawatha, IA

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 at Eastern Iowa Airport

  • Swisher, IA (15 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Swisher, IA (15 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 3 days ago

$18.00 / Hour Full-time or Part-Time Shifts Available 2 weeks PTO (Paid Time Off) Immediate Hiring Great Advancement Opportunities We are currently hiring for Line Cooks to work at our restuaraunts...

Part Time Food Service Worker 3hrs -HS

  • Vinton, IA (17 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Vinton, IA (17 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 16 hours ago

Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District Part Time Food Service Worker 3hrs -HS in Vinton , Iowa Part Time Food Service Worker 3hrs -HS JobID: 373 Position Type: Food Service/ Part-Time Cook...

PERSONAL ASSISTANT. Live-In, Salary. Cook, Errands, Clean, Etc

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 18 hours ago

un PERSONAL ASSISTANT. Live-In, Salary. Cook, Errands, Clean, Etc (COME to East Bay California. Assistance if needed) compensation: It includes Live-in, Salary, Meals, Free time. Relocation...

Night Cook

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Bag Cook 3rd Shift Location: Kraft Heinz Cedar Rapids 4601 C Street SW Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404 Plant Overview: 3-Shift Operation Non- Union Facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members...

Cook

  • Anamosa, IA (21 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anamosa, IA (21 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Starting at $17 Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Cook! The Cook supports the Kitchen Manager and prepares food to serve our residents in our restaurant-style dining experience...

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 6 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...

Food Service Worker

  • Van Horne, IA (20 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Van Horne, IA (20 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Benton Community School District has an opening for a Food Service Worker in our MS/HS Building All interested applicants must apply using our Frontline online system. The link is shown below....

Substitute Food Service Kitchen Worker

  • Van Horne, IA (20 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Van Horne, IA (20 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Substitute Food Service Kitchen Worker Benton Community School District Benton Community Middle - High School - Van Horne, Iowa Job Details Job ID:3703548 Application Deadline:Posted until filled...

Restaurant Line Cook - DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Description - Line Cook - DoubleTree Cedar Rapids Are you looking to continue growing your career?...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Mount Vernon, IA (14 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, IA (14 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 17 days ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Market Grille Cook

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 19 days ago

Equipment Used to Perform Job: Grill, toaster, coffee machine, fryer, flat top stove, oven, steamer, chopper, hot case, kitchen utensils, knives, stove, chicken roaster, can opener, and C.A.R.S. reordering...

Cook

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 19 days ago

When you work at Cottage Grove Place, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's...

ZE Cook, PT

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 20 days ago

Food. Service. Film. Fun! Marcus Theatres: Where Talented People Find Limitless Opportunities! Join the Marcus Theatres Culinary Team and learn how we have redefined food at the movies! As a cook...

Hy-Chi Cook

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 20 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully...

Breakfast Cook

  • Marion, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Marion, IA (5 miles from Hiawatha, IA)
  • 21 days ago

Equipment Used to Perform Job: Grill, toaster, coffee machine, oven, steamer, chopper, hot case, kitchen utensils, knives, stove, chicken roaster, can opener and C.A.R.S. reordering system....

Demographic Data for Hiawatha, IA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Hiawatha, IA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Hiawatha, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
22.8%
Bachelor's Degree
19.5%
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 Hiawatha, IA
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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