Line Cook Jobs in Massachusetts

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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What You Will Bring: Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills: High School or GED Cooking Fryer Knife Skills Portion Control Casual Dining...

Proprietors Bar & Table

Line Cook

We are seeking line cooks for our upcoming season beginning in mid-April 2025. We operate a fast-paced, focused kitchen that draws inspiration from many different cuisines....

Clintons Grille

Chef / Line Cooks / Pizza Makers

Join the culinary team at Clintons Bar & Grille located in Clinton, MA We are currently seeking talented individuals to fill the following positions: Chef / Line Cooks / Pizza Makers At Clintons Grille...

Cook

  • Rochdale, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Rochdale, MA
  • 14 days ago

Role: Cook Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At...

Cook

  • Reading, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Reading, MA
  • 16 days ago

, fryer, food processor, scales, meat slicerPhysical Requirements: - Ability to sit, stand for long periods, reach, push, pull and lift minimum of 20 pounds, stoop and kneel- Ability to grasp and use...

Cook

  • Burlington, MA
  • 26 days ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 26 days ago

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Location: Burlington, MA Address: 53 Third Avenue Pay: $18 / hour Job Posting: 04/15/2025 Job Posting End: 06/01/2025 Job ID: R As a line cook at Wegmans,...

Food Service Worker

  • Newton, MA
  • moments ago
  • Newton, MA
  • moments ago

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our missionfrom doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts,...

Lead Cook

  • Devens, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Cook / Chef- The Residence at Charles Meadow

  • Millis, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Millis, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : The Residence at Charles Meadow - Millis, MA Salary Range : Undisclosed Description LCB Senior Living is hiring Cook/Chef at The Residence at Charles Meadow. Apply today...

Line Cook

  • MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • MA
  • 2 hours ago

Thistle & Leek Gastropub is looking for a line cook to join their team in the heart of Newton Centre (a three minute walk from the Green Line and several parking lots)....

Grill Cook

  • Woburn, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Team Member | Cook | Prep Cook | Grill Cook | Prep Crew | Line Cook | Customer Service | Restaurant | Part Time | Full Time | Team Member...

Daycare Kitchen Assistant!

  • Randolph, MA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Randolph, MA
  • 9 hours ago

Reporting to the Centre Director, acts as an integral member of the Kids & Company team to assist in the overall management of day-to-day operations of all food preparation and cooking in the...

Cook

  • Woburn, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA
  • 11 hours ago

When you work at The Delaney At The Vale, 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...

Line Cook

  • Auburn, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Auburn, MA
  • 11 hours ago

Come join the Outback Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Westford, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Westford, MA
  • 11 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Massachusetts

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Massachusetts offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
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 Massachusetts
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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