Line Cook Jobs in Montana

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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Cook

  • Three Forks, MT
  • 6 days ago
  • Three Forks, MT
  • 6 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...

PRN Temporary Cook

  • Pray, MT
  • 7 days ago
  • Pray, MT
  • 7 days ago

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

Line Cook

  • Billings, MT
  • 1 hour ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 1 hour ago

As a Line Cook, you'll help to provide each customer with an awesome dining experience in the restaurant, through your passion and commitment to prepare food at its best....

Line cook and Dishwasher for seasonal restaurant in Virginia City

  • Sheridan, MT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sheridan, MT
  • 5 hours ago

Looking for line cooks and a dishwasher Housing available for $300 a month and if you stay the whole season, rent will be returned Please email us at ..., send us your resume pay is DOE and Kitchen...

Heist line cook

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 12 hours ago

We are looking for line cooks for Plonk and J.W. Heist in downtown Bozeman. This kitchen is shared between the two restaurants so there will be some crossover in the back of house....

Cook $22-$26 DOE

  • Belgrade, MT
  • 12 hours ago
  • Belgrade, MT
  • 12 hours ago

Top-paying, great benefits! Must have Open Availability including weekends. Are you a confident individual whos passionate about learning, growing, and sharing your skills? At Sharbert...

Food Service Worker (On Call)

  • Missoula, MT
  • 15 hours ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 15 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for on call FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : St. Patrick - 500 West Broadway Street, Missoula, MT 59802. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : On...

Senior Cook

  • Helena, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: HELENA SCHOOL DISTRICT 1 - 56289001 Location ID: 56289001 Senior Cook Location: HELENA SCHOOL DISTRICT 1 - 56289001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning and afternoon/evening...

As proud winner of the 2015 & 2021 ORVIS-Endorsed Fly Fishing Lodge of the year, Madison Valley Ranch in Ennis, Montana is seeking a breakfast cook for our 2025 season. The position begins in...

Cook

  • Great Falls, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 1 day ago

Elior North America Cook in Great Falls , Montana Cook Job Reference Number: 28655 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: Montana (US-MT) The Role at a...

Full-Time Breakfast & Lunch Cook

  • Billings, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 1 day ago

Full-Time Breakfast & Lunch Cook Location Billings, MT Department Dining Services * Production / Banquette style cooking experience required! * Who We Are: Westpark Village offers senior living at...

Line Cook, Pizza Campania

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 2 days ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 2 days ago

Come join the team at Pizza Campania! We are a locally owned and operated Neapolitan-style Pizzeria, specializing in scratch-made food, unique ambiance, an exceptional Old-World beer and wine list...

Food Service Worker, Part Time

  • Libby, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Libby, MT
  • 3 days ago

Food Service Worker, Part Time CPMC Food Services - Libby, Montana Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is looking for a Food Service Worker to join our Cafe Team! The Food Service Worker is responsible...

Cook, Full Time

  • Libby, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Libby, MT
  • 3 days ago

Cook, Full Time CPMC Food Services - Libby, Montana The Food Service Department at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is looking for a talented Cook to join our team! Forget the old idea of flavorless...

Food Service Worker, PRN

  • Libby, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Libby, MT
  • 3 days ago

Food Service Worker, PRN CPMC Food Services - Libby, Montana Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is looking for a Food Service Worker to join our Dietary Team! This position is responsible for assisting...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Montana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Montana 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 Montana
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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