Line Cook Jobs in Midland, MI

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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Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Mount Pleasant, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Central Michigan Overhead We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address: 103 East Preston, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858. Note: online applications accepted...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Mount Pleasant, MI (22 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, MI (22 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Location: Central Michigan Overhead We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address : 103 East Preston, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858. Note: online applications accepted...

Cook

  • Midland, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for an individual who is friendly with a helpful attitude, willing to pitch in wherever needed.Requirements:- Friendly, reliable, respectful, professional- Experience in line cook/food...

Cook- Casual - McLaren Careers

  • Bay City, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bay City, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Department: Food & Nutritional Services** **Shift: Variable** **Daily Work Times: VST 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.** **Scheduled Budgeted Hours: Per Diem** **Position Summary:** Prepares hot and cold...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Alma, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alma, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Morrison Living is hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Masonic Pathways - 1200 Wright Avenue, Alma, MI 48801. Schedule : Full time and part...

Cook

  • Bay City, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bay City, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 8 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...

On-Call Cooks

  • Midland, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 10 days ago

#### On-Call CooksOpenings for On-Call Cooks in the Nutrition Department to provide kitchen assistance as needed at all Centers. This position has no guaranteed weekly hours or benefits, (called...

Subway Sandwich Artist - Midday/Second Shift

  • Midland, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 10 days ago

Overview Join Our Team as a Midday/Second Shift Sandwich Artist/Cashier at Subway! Are you an energetic individual who loves the buzz of a busy lunch and afternoon crowd? Subway is looking for a...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Midland, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 11 days ago

We are hiring immediately for part time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Midland Public - 600 East Carpentar Street, Midland, MI 48640. Note: online applications accepted only....

Line Cook

  • Mount Pleasant, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 13 days ago

We offer great restaurant culinary careers for line cooks (concinero / cocinera) who have back of house cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment...

Cook - Part Time - No late nights!

  • Saginaw, MI (24 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI (24 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Join our AWARD WINNING team at Saginaw Senior Care & Rehab! National Quality BONZE Award Winners! Our cooks prepare amazing and nourishing meals for our guests and ensure the highest quality...

Cook- Casual

  • Bay City, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bay City, MI (20 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Department: Food & Nutritional Services Shift: Variable Daily Work Times: VST 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Scheduled Budgeted Hours: Per Diem Position Summary: Prepares hot and cold entrees, side...

Cook

  • Saginaw, MI (24 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI (24 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 18 days ago

Overview Why You Want to Work Here: We offer weekly pay and competitive wages Flexible scheduling Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week Life insurance, short-term...

Subway Sandwich Artist - ALL SHIFTS

  • Breckenridge, MI (12 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Breckenridge, MI (12 miles from Midland, MI)
  • 20 days ago

Overview Join Our Team as Sandwich Artist/Cashier at Subway! Are you an energetic individual who loves the buzz of a busy crowd? Subway is looking for a vibrant Sandwich Artist/Cashier to bring...

Line Cook - Big E's Midland

  • Midland, MI
  • 21 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 21 days ago

Cook you would be responsible for preparing all food items, while following local health department standards, Suburban Inns' Core Values, and Suburban Inns/Big E's standards, as well as going above...

Demographic Data for Midland, MI

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Midland, MI

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Midland, MI 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 Midland, MI
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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