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

  • Springdale, MT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springdale, MT
  • 30+ 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...

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining,...

Cook 1 - Pantry/Prep (Glacier NP)

  • MT
  • 3 days ago
  • MT
  • 3 days ago

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining,...

Cook 2 - Line Cook (Grouse Mountain Lodge)

  • Whitefish, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Whitefish, MT
  • 3 days ago

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining,...

Fast Food Cook (Glacier NP)

  • MT
  • 3 days ago
  • MT
  • 3 days ago

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining,...

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining,...

Employee Dining Cook (Glacier NP)

  • MT
  • 21 days ago
  • MT
  • 21 days ago

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining,...

What perks can you expect?: Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. Get discounts on hotel stays, dining,...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 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...

Line Cook, The Ridgeline Hotel

  • Gardiner, MT
  • 11 hours ago
  • Gardiner, MT
  • 11 hours ago

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and chef specifications....

Line Cook

  • West Yellowstone, MT
  • 16 hours ago
  • West Yellowstone, MT
  • 16 hours ago

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and chef specifications....

Bartender/Kitchen Staff

  • Shelby, MT
  • 22 hours ago
  • Shelby, MT
  • 22 hours ago

Marias Valley Golf course in Shelby, MT is needing 3 or 4 employees for the Club House.They will be hiring both Part-time and Full-Time employees.They will be hiring for cooks, servers, and...

REVELRY - $20-$24/hr & tip outs daily PM LINE COOK

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 22 hours ago

Tip Outs: Paid daily into your account of choice. Equivalent to $4-$6/hr extra per hour. Example: work a 4:00pm-11:00pm, and receive $35-$60 that shift! After training period Health/Dental Shift...

REVELRY - $20-24/hr & tip outs daily Line Cooks

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 22 hours ago

Daily Tip Outs Health/Dental insurance available for full time Shift meal/drink Looking for line cooks to join our team!...

Line Cook

  • Gardiner, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Gardiner, MT
  • 1 day ago

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and chef specifications....

Demographic Data for Montana

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Montana

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Montana 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 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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