Line Cook Jobs in Waconia, MN

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

  • Eden Prairie, MN (18 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (18 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago

$19.25 / Hour plus tips (Avg Tips is $5 an hour) Full-time with benefits Paid Vacation and Sick Time Commuter Benefits We are currently hiring for Food service workers to work at.our locations...

Deli Cook

  • Delano, MN (12 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Delano, MN (12 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Company Introduction If you're friendly and dependable and you like to work with terrific guests, we'd love to talk about an opportunity on our team! Coborn's, Inc. is a fast-growing...

Cook - Lunch/Afternoon Shift

  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $15.5 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

  • Prior Lake, MN (21 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Prior Lake, MN (21 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Our McKenna Crossing community in Prior Lake is seeking a Full-TIme Cook to join our team. Includes every other weekend and scheduled holidays Wage: $18.63/hr. - $22.09 + Based on...

Part Time Cook

  • Richfield, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richfield, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS We Have a Place for YOU Apply To Mainstreet Village Today!At Mainstreet Village, find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people...

Cook

  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the...

Chef/Cook

  • Savage, MN (20 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Savage, MN (20 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Par range 20/hr-23/hr, based on experience 40 hours per two week period Perks: No Late nights, consistent & reliable hours; creative, impactful work in a restaurant setting The mission of The...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Cook

  • Robbinsdale, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Robbinsdale, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Ability to calculate recipe expansion and reduction, using appropriate math and measurements Exhibits artistic skill in plate presentations, demonstrates quality showmanship cooking and plating in fast-paced...

Cook- Casual

  • Robbinsdale, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Robbinsdale, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Ability to calculate recipe expansion and reduction, using appropriate math and measurements Exhibits artistic skill in plate presentations, demonstrates quality showmanship cooking and plating in fast-paced...

Hospital Cook

  • Golden Valley, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Golden Valley, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Critical Illness Recovery Hospital Cook Full Time $19.70 to $24.00 per hour based on experience Schedule: Location [Where] Types of Employment [What] Hours [When] - Shift - Range 8-hour...

Lead Cook - Little Six Casino

  • Prior Lake, MN (21 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Prior Lake, MN (21 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Do you have a passion for cooking for others? Flex your culinary strengths in a fast-paced scratch kitchen environment! Enjoy weekly pay, free uniforms, and health benefits. Starting pay up to...

Line Cook - Ruscello - Ridgedale

  • Minnetonka, MN (17 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Minnetonka, MN (17 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 days ago

The ideal line cook is motivated, results oriented and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day....

Cook

  • Eden Prairie, MN (18 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (18 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Maple Crest Health Center is looking for aCook! Come work in our spacious, state-of-the art kitchen!- Pay starts at $18.00 and upbased on experience!- Full-Time position! 4:30AM - 1:00PM, rotating...

Cook

  • Edina, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Edina, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Cook** **Job Reference Number:** 29755 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Dining & Events **Brand:** Lancer-Hospitality **State:** Minnesota (US-MN) **The Role at a glance:**...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Waconia, MN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Waconia, MN 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 Waconia, MN
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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