Line Cook Jobs in Chatham, MA

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

  • Barnstable, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Barnstable, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Fire & Sirens LLC Line Cook in Cotuit , Massachusetts Sets up equipment and stocks other necessary supplies; prepares food for daily service - cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing sauces (knife...

Cook

  • Hyannis, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hyannis, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 6 days ago

You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your...

Breakfast Cook

  • Chatham, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Chatham, MA
  • 15 days ago

, grilling, frying, sautéing, etc....

Line Cook

  • Chatham, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Chatham, MA
  • 15 days ago

The Line Cook plays an integral role in creating memorable dining experiences for our resort guests....

Food Cook - Pizza and Subs

  • Harwich, MA (4 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Harwich, MA (4 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 19 days ago

Basic knife skills and willingness to learn necessary. We are looking for team players with work ethic. Please leave name and phone number. Principals only....

Line Cook, Nights

  • Barnstable, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Barnstable, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 22 days ago

: job title: Line Cook, Nights Sam Diego's is looking for one skilled and motivated line cook to join the team on the night shifts....

Prep / Event Cook

  • Barnstable, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Barnstable, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Basic knife skills and willingness to learn necessary. Opportunity to become an Event chef position. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. post id: ... [ ]...

Line Cook

  • Wellfleet, MA (17 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Wellfleet, MA (17 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 27 days ago

, year-round line cooks....

Breakfast & Lunch line cook.

  • Brewster, MA (6 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brewster, MA (6 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

un Breakfast & Lunch line cook....

Cook (Temporary)

  • Hyannis, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hyannis, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 30+ 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....

Cook

  • Brewster, MA (6 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brewster, MA (6 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Maplewood Senior Living Cook in Brewster , Massachusetts About Us: Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood...

Line Cook at The Chatham Inn

  • Chatham, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chatham, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description WE ARE Introducing our newest property with Noble House Hotels & Resorts -The Chatham Inn, Cape Cod's only Relais & Chateaux and Forbes Five-Star hotel. A luxurious...

Cook (Temporary)

  • Hyannis, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hyannis, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 30+ 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....

KFC Cook

  • Hyannis, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hyannis, MA (16 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

We offer early wage access through Tapcheck so you can cash out on your wages before payday!** At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals...

Cook - Part Time

  • Brewster, MA (6 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brewster, MA (6 miles from Chatham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Title: Cook Location: Brewster, MA Employment Type: Part Time Salary Range: Competitive Department: Dining About Us: Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day?...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Chatham, MA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Chatham, MA 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 Chatham, MA
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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